Edinburgh · Scotland
Regrouting in Powderhall, Edinburgh
Tiled areas in Powderhall need attention? We cut out the old, prepare the joints and apply the right sealant, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
- Dirty, worn grout on a tiled floor
- Grout that stays dark however much it’s cleaned
- Cracked grout along the bath or tray
DIY versus a professional finish
What a professional job adds is preparation and the right product. We take joints back to clean, dry surfaces, and the sealant is matched to the joint and its conditions, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
If you’ve already had a go yourself, that is fine. We remove it and do the joint properly, so just mention it when you contact us.
Regrouting in Powderhall, done properly
Before any work starts, the tiles are checked. Loose or hollow tiles are pointed out first, since new grout can’t fix a problem underneath. Where the tiles are sound, regrouting gives the area a new lease of life. If you are dealing with crumbling grout between the tiles and grout that stays dark however much it’s cleaned, we can help, on tiled floors, shower walls and bathroom wall tiles alike.
From stone-built tenements to new flats and suburban houses, Powderhall is in a city with every kind of home. Scottish water is generally soft, so limescale is less of a problem than in hard-water areas, but mould still grows into sealant and grout in a steamy bathroom.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by our one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Powderhall (EH6, EH7, EH3)
- Wider area
- Edinburgh
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
How we quote for regrouting
There’s no set price list, because jobs vary so much. The quote depends on:
- Which sealant suits the joint
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- The amount of work
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
What you pay reflects the work, not a rough estimate. That’s why we ask about the job first and agree the price before starting.
What to tell us for a quote
Before you ask for a quote, have a think about:
- How we’d reach the joints
- The problem you’ve noticed
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
- The rough size of the job
Every job is quoted individually. Just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the details, and photos are welcome.
Honest limits
Sealant isn’t the answer to every problem, and we’d rather say so up front. Sealant will not put right:
- Waterproofing that has failed below the tiling
- Tiles that have come away from the wall
- Cracked or broken tiles
Not sure which it is? You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will tell you honestly.
Where we work in Powderhall
- Tiled floors
- Shower walls
- Kitchen splashbacks
- Wet rooms
- Bathroom floors
- Bathroom wall tiles
What regrouting looks like in Powderhall
Powderhall is within about 1 mile of the coast. Near the coast, holiday lets and guest houses can see bathrooms used by one guest after another, and sealant and grout that work that hard wear out sooner. 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.
If you live in an older home near St Philip's Church And Hall, walls and floors in older homes can move, and sealant and grout show it first. For landlords with property near Edinburgh Waverley station, a regrout while the flat is empty is quicker than working around a tenant. Schools such as Drummond Community High School are buildings too, and washroom and kitchen sealant there needs the same care as at home, and schools and businesses are part of our work as well as homes.
Powderhall is about 2 miles north of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Anywhere in EH6, we can carry out regrouting at your property. Across Edinburgh, we cover 175 places, and Powderhall is one of them.
We work across the EH6, EH7 and EH3 postcode area for regrouting. If you need regrouting at a property on Fyfe Lane, Haig Lane and Canon Lane or anywhere close by, our applicators can take on the job. Close by, we work in Canonmills (1 mile south-west), Bellevue (1 mile south), Pilrig (1 mile east), Victoria Park (1 mile north) and Gayfield (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Queensferry (8 miles west), South Portobello (3 miles south-east), Southhouse (5 miles south), Gilmerton (5 miles south-east), Shandon (3 miles south-west) and Slateford (3 miles south-west).
What’s near Powderhall
Typical jobs here are in homes near King George V Park, Bun-sgoil Taobh na Pàirce and McDonald Road Library, among other places. Also close by are London Street Primary School (0.5 miles south) and Public House (0.5 miles south). Powderhall’s nearest station is Edinburgh Waverley station, about 1 mile south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include St. James Centre (0.9 miles south) and Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage (less than half a mile south-east). Green spaces nearby include Dunsapie Loch and Salisbury Crags.
Looking after it afterwards
No joint lasts for ever, but care makes a real difference. A few tips:
- Wipe or squeegee the shower walls
- Look at the sealant in the corners now and then
- Use a soft brush rather than a wire one
- Rinse the tiles after showering
A squeegee or cloth over the tiles after use stops soap and water sitting on the grout. Run the extractor fan or open a window to help it dry out.
Stains that won’t clean are a sign the grout is breaking down. Regrouting at this stage is straightforward while the tiles are still sound.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Powderhall
Landlords and letting agents in Powderhall can book us as well as homeowners. Resealing between tenancies is a simple way to keep a property in good order.
Failed sealant is one of the commonest items on a check-out report. We can quote for more than one property at once.
How the job changes by surface
Bathroom floors
If floor grout keeps cracking, the floor may be moving. We look for loose tiles first.
Shower walls
The grout in a shower takes the brunt of the water. We rake it out and regrout, and reseal the corners.
How it works
There’s no need to move everything out, just the space around the work. Everything nearby is protected, and the job takes a few hours for a shower enclosure, longer for a whole room in most cases. Many homes in Scotland’s cities are tenement flats, reached through a shared close and up a common stair. For a job in Powderhall, tell us the floor, how the door entry system works and where we can park nearby.
- Every tile area is checked for hollow or loose tiles first.
- We rake out the grout evenly, protecting the tile edges.
- We vacuum the joints so the new grout bonds.
- We regrout the joints and clean the tile faces.
- Silicone goes into the corners and along the edges.
Before we arrive
- Mention any tricky access
- Tell us if parking is tricky
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
Ask for a quote
For a quick quote, get us on the phone, or send an email if you’d rather. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we’ll talk you through the work before giving you a price.
Advice
Powderhall questions
Can a failed shower seal in a tenement flat in Powderhall leak into the flat below?
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.
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Edinburgh Waverley station?
Yes. We work for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners, and several properties can be quoted together. You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the details for a clear quote.
How much does regrouting cost in Powderhall?
Every job is different, so each one gets its own quote. To get one, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing and where.
Are you insured?
Yes. We’re fully insured.
How long does regrouting take?
That depends on the amount of work, but as a guide it takes anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on the area. We’ll tell you when we quote.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course. Doing several areas at once is generally more efficient, so mention them when you ask for a quote.
Do the sealants smell?
Possibly a little. Any smell clears as the sealant cures, and ventilation helps.
Do you guarantee regrouting?
There’s a 12-month guarantee on every job, including regrouting.