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Regrouting in Ellen's Glen, Edinburgh
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- Grout in corners that has cracked
- Floor grout that won’t come clean
- Grout washed out of a shower
Looking after it afterwards
Joint life depends on how it’s used and looked after. We suggest:
- Use a squeegee on the tiles after showering
- Rinse the tiles after showering
- Use a soft brush rather than a wire one
- Don’t use strong acidic cleaners on grout
A squeegee or cloth over the tiles after use stops soap and water sitting on the grout. Ventilate the room well so the grout dries between uses.
If grout in the shower is washing out, act soon. Each shower drives water into the open joints and it can end up in the wall or the ceiling below.
Regrouting in Ellen's Glen
We work across Ellen's Glen, regrouting bathrooms, showers and kitchens. Out comes the old grout, the joints are cleaned and new grout goes in, and we finish by resealing the edges. If you’re dealing with grout in a colour the owner wants to change and grout in corners that has cracked, we can help, whatever the surface.
In Scotland’s cities, including the area around Ellen's Glen, many older flats had their bathrooms added into small rooms later on. Rooms like that are often small and slow to dry out, which is hard on sealant and grout.
There’s a 12-month guarantee on every job, large or small.
- Place
- Ellen's Glen (EH17, EH16)
- Wider area
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Surface by surface
Kitchen splashbacks
A splashback can be regrouted without touching the worktop. The joint along the worktop is resealed with silicone.
Bathroom wall tiles
Walls outside the shower get less water but grout there still discolours. New grout freshens them up.
Work for landlords, hotels and businesses
Businesses can book us for washrooms, kitchens, offices and more. For commercial premises, we can talk through working times when we quote.
Failed sealant is one of the commonest items on a check-out report. We can quote for more than one property at once.
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What we’re called out for in Ellen's Glen
Movement behind the tiles cracks grout. Loose tiles, bouncy floors and timber walls can all do it, which is why we check the tiles first.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Grout that stays dark however much it’s cleaned
- Splashback grout that has darkened
- Dirty, worn grout on a tiled floor
- Cracked or crumbling grout lines
Schools such as Liberton High School are buildings too, and we reseal washrooms and kitchens in schools and businesses as well as homes.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the sealant suits the joint
- Is VAT in the price?
- What happens if they find a problem under the old sealant
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
What affects the cost of regrouting
Call for a quick quote. The main things that affect it are:
- How many areas need sealing
- Whether the work is at height
- Mould in or behind the old joints
- Which sealant suits the joint
Some things make a job bigger or smaller: the old material and how easily it comes out, whether mould needs treating, and whether we need extra access for height. We take all of that into account in your quote.
What we need to know
You do not need to know the technical terms. Just tell us:
- Roughly how big the job is
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- How we’d reach the joints
- If it’s domestic, commercial or a hotel
The more we know about the job, the more useful the quote. Tell us where the job is, what’s wrong and how much there is, and email pictures if that is easy.
Ellen's Glen: your questions answered
I’m in a tenement in Ellen's Glen. Could worn sealant affect the flat downstairs?
Yes. With flats above and below, a leak from a failed seal rarely stays in one flat. A proper reseal, with all the old sealant cut out, stops it at the source.
Do you cover Ellen's Glen for regrouting?
Yes. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, and Ellen's Glen is part of that. Just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job.
Will the sealant be renewed as well as the grout?
Yes, in most cases. Fresh grout next to old, mouldy silicone would look odd and wouldn’t keep water out.
Where are you based?
Our base is Crawley. Our area covers South East England, London and Scotland.
Do you take out the old sealant first?
Yes. We cut out all the old sealant and clean the joint before resealing.
What information do you need?
The location, the problem and the rough size of the job. If you can, email a few pictures.
Is the work guaranteed?
You get our 12-month guarantee on every job. We’re also fully insured.
Is it OK to seal over old sealant?
No. The old sealant always comes out first, so the new joint bonds to clean surfaces.
How it works
A visit follows a simple pattern: we look at the joints together, mask and protect the surrounding surfaces, do the work and clear up. Most jobs take anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on the area. Parking in city streets around Ellen's Glen can be tight or controlled, so it helps to know about permits or nearby bays. For flats, mention the door entry system and any shared-stair arrangements.
- First, we check for loose or hollow tiles and point out any we find.
- We rake out the old grout to an even depth, taking care of the tile edges.
- We vacuum the joints and clean out the dust.
- We fill the joints with new grout, then clean the tiles.
- We reseal the internal corners and edges with silicone.
How to prepare
- Mention any tricky access
- For indoor joints, keep the area dry beforehand if you can
- Mention any parking rules near the property
Getting a quote
For a quick quote, get us on the phone, or email us if that is easier. Describe what needs sealing and we’ll talk you through the work and give you a clear price.
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What sealant work cannot fix
Sealant isn’t the answer to every problem, and we’d rather say so up front. It won’t solve:
- Waterproofing that has failed below the tiling
- Leaks from pipes, valves or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- Damaged tiles that need replacing
If you’re not sure, just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will give you a straight answer.
What we seal
- Bathroom floors
- Wet rooms
- Bathroom wall tiles
- Shower walls
- Kitchen splashbacks
- Tiled floors
Regrouting around Ellen's Glen
Private landlords in Scotland must be registered and meet the Repairing Standard, which includes keeping fixtures and fittings in reasonable repair. Failed sealant around a bath or shower is worth sorting between tenancies. Scotland’s water is generally soft, so sealant and grout see less limescale than in much of England. But mould still grows into sealant and grout in a room that does not dry out.
For landlords with property near Shawfair station, a regrout while the flat is empty is quicker than working around a tenant.
Ellen's Glen is about 3 miles south-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Ellen's Glen gets the same service as everywhere we cover: old sealant removed completely, careful preparation and a one-year guarantee. 175 places in Edinburgh are on our list.
Jobs for regrouting in EH17 and EH16 works the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Soutra Road, Little Road and Mansion Lane and the roads around them. Ellen's Glen sits on or near the A772. Neighbouring places we cover for regrouting include Gracemount (1 mile south-west), Liberton (1 mile north-west), Craigour (1 mile north-east), Moredun (1 mile north-east) and Southhouse (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Edinburgh (3 miles north-west), Leith (5 miles north), Bonnington (4 miles north), Greenside (4 miles north-west), Broughton (4 miles north-west) and Bellevue (4 miles north-west).
Around Ellen's Glen
In Ellen's Glen, that means homes and buildings near Liberton Parish Church and Drum Park. The nearest railway station is Shawfair station, about 2.4 miles east. Nearby you will also find Cameron Toll Shopping Centre (1.3 miles north-west) and Ellen's Glen House (less than half a mile west). Open spaces near Ellen's Glen include The New Leaf Co-op and Duddingston Loch.