Orkney Islands · Scotland
Clouston New Build Mastic
Specialist new build mastic for Clouston: the right sealant, proper preparation and a neat finish. Call for a quick quote.
- Internal frame sealant that has split
- Gaps opening as the house dries out and settles
- Second-fix sealing on new plots
How we handle new build mastic in Clouston
A new house keeps drying out and settling for its first couple of years. Timber shrinks, plaster dries and baths and trays bed down, and sealant applied in a hurry at handover can split. We work on bathrooms & en suites, skirting & floors and kitchens, and people most often call us about new-build shower sealant that has already split and cracked sealant around new window and door frames.
Work in a place like Clouston is planned ahead, journey included. Outdoor plot mastic needs dry weather, but indoor floor and skirting joints can be sealed whatever the forecast.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If there’s a problem with it, please send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk.
- Location
- Clouston (KW16)
- Wider area
- Orkney Islands
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Common problems we fix in Clouston
Later trades and the final clean can damage fresh sealant. If it’s disturbed before curing, the joint can be left weak and it shows once the home is in use.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Frame joints opening as the plaster dries
- Untidy sealant flagged on a snagging list
- Gaps between new skirting and floors
- Plot mastic for developers ahead of handover
Around Clouston, as everywhere, new build mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
What your quote should include
- What the quote includes, VAT included or not
- What happens if the job turns out different
- What preparation is included
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
Why act early in Clouston
A quick bead over the top of the old sealant can look fine at first, but it won’t bond to the old layer. A lasting seal starts with removing the old one completely. In a place like Clouston, small leaks are easy to put off, but water through a failed joint keeps working away until it’s fixed.
We don’t show prices on the website, because each job is priced on what it involves. For a quick quote, please email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll talk you through it.
Why us?
- Tidy, careful work
- A choice of colours where the product allows
- We agree the colour with you first
- Old sealant always removed completely
Read what affects the cost or our reviews.
Common questions in Clouston
Is Clouston within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work across all of Scotland, including the islands, where work is planned around ferry crossings. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Is new build mastic in Clouston guaranteed?
Every job comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever it is. We’re fully insured, and an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
Do you do commercial work?
Yes. Larger jobs can be planned room by room or area by area.
Where do you work from?
We’re based in Crawley, and we work across South East England, London and Scotland.
Is it normal for sealant to crack in a new home?
It’s common, and there are generally two reasons: the house moving as it dries, and sealant that never bonded properly. A proper reseal deals with both.
What colour sealant will you use?
White and clear are the most common, but other colours are available. We match the colour to the finish and agree it with you.
Do the sealants smell?
There can be a smell while the sealant cures. Ventilation helps.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Yes, always, and completely. New sealant won’t bond properly to old, so the joint is cleaned back first.
What affects the cost of new build mastic
For a quick quote, just ask. The main things that affect it are:
- When we can work, for business premises
- The product the joint needs
- Any mould that needs treating
- The amount of work
Doing several joints on one visit is normally more efficient than separate visits, so tell us about everything that needs sealing. You will get one clear quote for the whole job.
Helping us quote
To make quoting easier, please include:
- The address or postcode of the job
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- If it’s domestic, commercial or a hotel
- Photos by email, if that is easy
Need a quote? Please email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us about the job. We will explain what we’d do and give you a clear price before work begins.
How the job changes by surface
Kitchens
Beside the sink, the joint takes water every day. A kitchen sealant goes in there.
Bathrooms and en suites
En suite showers are a common source of leaks into the room below. Resealing properly keeps water where it belongs.
Aftercare tips
To keep the joints looking good and working properly:
- Clean sealant with mild detergent, not abrasives
- Report sealant problems to your builder during the snagging period
- Photograph failed sealant before it’s redone
- Use the extractor fan every time you shower
Clean the sealant with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off it.
The sooner you deal with untidy or cracking sealant, the less there is to put right. Left alone, a small crack can become a leak in a busy bathroom.
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When something else is needed
Some problems need a builder, plumber or other trade rather than us:
- Broken tiles or a split tray
- Baths and trays that move too much for sealant to cope with
- Cracking that points to a structural problem
If you are not sure, just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will give you a straight answer.
What we seal
- Plot handovers
- Show homes
- Kitchens
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Windows & doors
- Skirting & floors
How the visit works
There’s no need to move everything out before we come, just the space around the work. Everything nearby is protected, and the job takes a few hours in a single home in most cases. For a place like Clouston, longer drives are planned in advance. Tell us about tracks, gates, a ferry crossing or anything unusual about getting there.
- We start by going through the snagging items or plot schedule with you.
- Every bit of the old builder’s sealant is cut out.
- We clean out the dust and grit left from the build.
- We prime where needed and apply a sealant suited to each joint.
- We tool every joint neatly and tell you when each area can be used.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
- Move anything stored near the joints
- Let us know about parking restrictions
Ask for a quote
Quotes start with a quick conversation. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is, and we’ll explain how we’d tackle it. When it suits you, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Related advice
New build mastic around Clouston
Clouston is close to the coast. Plot mastic on new homes near the coast takes more weather than it would inland, so any gaps are best picked up early. Timber frame is common in newer Scottish homes, so skirting and sealant joints can open up as the building settles.
Whether the job is in Clouston itself or nearby, the right material for each joint matters as much as a neat finish.
Clouston is about 9 miles west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. We provide new build mastic to homes and businesses in Clouston and nearby. 51 places in the Orkney Islands are on our list.
All of KW16 is covered for new build mastic. We also cover the places around Clouston: Stenness (1 mile north-east), Cairston (2 miles west), Grimeston (2 miles north), Germiston (3 miles east) and Wasbister (3 miles north-west). Remote and island addresses need a little more planning, so tell us where you are when you ask for a quote.
Around Clouston
Other landmarks nearby include Stromness Museum (3.3 miles south-west). Not far away are Brodgar RSPB Reserve and Loch of Stenness.