Orkney Islands · Scotland
Regrouting in Tenston
Our applicators work in Tenston on raking out old, cracked or stained grout and regrouting tiled walls and floors. Old material cut out, joints cleaned and sealed neatly and every job guaranteed for a year.
- Floor grout that has worn and darkened
- Grout stained black or orange that won’t clean
- Splashback grout that has darkened
Regrouting in Tenston, done properly
We take the old grout out to a consistent depth, taking care not to chip the tile edges. The joints are then vacuumed, regrouted and cleaned off, and the corners get fresh silicone. Common call-outs are for old grout in a dated colour and grout that’s cracking and breaking up, across bathroom wall tiles, wet rooms and bathroom floors.
For a place like Tenston, the job is the same as anywhere: everything old is cut out, the joints are cleaned and dried, and new sealant or grout goes in. The journey and access are simply planned in advance.
Your job is guaranteed for a year, as with all our work.
- Where
- Tenston (KW16)
- Wider area
- Orkney Islands
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Looking after it afterwards
Aftercare is simple:
- Run the extractor fan during and after a shower
- Have loose tiles looked at early
- Skip wire brushes and scourers
- Wipe water off the walls when you’re done
If a tile starts to feel loose, get it looked at early. Movement will crack the new grout and lets water in.
Cracked grout doesn’t stay cracked for long. Water gets in behind and the tiles can start to loosen, so regrouting early can save a retile.
For landlords and businesses
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Tell us the address, the job and how access works and we will give you a quote.
If you manage several properties in or around Tenston, several properties can be quoted together. Just tell us the addresses and what each one needs, and pictures by email help.
Can I do it myself?
The difference is mostly in the preparation and the product. We take joints back to clean, dry surfaces, and the sealant is chosen for how the joint moves and where it is.
The biggest DIY mistake is sealing over old sealant. New silicone won’t bond to old, so it lifts and traps water and mould underneath. All the old material has to come out first.
The process
Good joint work is mostly preparation, and we don’t rush it. Every joint is cleaned and dried before new material goes in. In total, it generally takes a few hours, or longer for a fully tiled room. For a place like Tenston, longer drives are planned in advance. Mention tracks, gates, ferries or anything else about the route.
- We start by checking the tiles for any that are loose or hollow.
- We rake out the old grout to an even depth, taking care of the tile edges.
- The joints are vacuumed and cleaned.
- We fill the joints with new grout, then clean the tiles.
- We reseal the internal corners and edges with silicone.
How to prepare
- Tell us if parking is tricky
- Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
Ask for a quote
We don’t publish a price list, as no two jobs are quite the same. Instead, we give you a clear quote for your job. To get started, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk.
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Surface by surface
Corners and edges
Corners flex as the building moves, so we seal them rather than grout them.
Bathroom floors
Grout on a floor is walked on as well as wetted. It wears and darkens over time.
FAQs for Tenston
Is regrouting in Tenston guaranteed?
Every job comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever it is. We’re fully insured, and an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
Do you cover smaller places like Tenston?
Yes, we do. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, islands included, from towns to the smallest places. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Are you fully insured?
Yes, we are fully insured for domestic and commercial work.
Can landlords and businesses book you?
Yes. Domestic, commercial and hotel work are all part of what we do, and we’re 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.
Do you take out the old sealant first?
Yes, every time. New silicone does not stick to old silicone, so the joint is cleaned back first.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Tell us about everything you’d like done.
Do you do commercial work?
Yes. We can plan bigger jobs in stages.
What else we do in Tenston
Honest limits
Some problems need a builder, plumber or other trade rather than us:
- A floor or wall that keeps moving
- Leaks from pipes, valves or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- Tiles that are loose or hollow behind
If you’re not sure, just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
What we seal
- Shower walls
- Kitchen splashbacks
- Tiled floors
- Wet rooms
- Bathroom wall tiles
- Bathroom floors
Common problems we fix in Tenston
A poor original job is a common cause. If it was mixed too wet or not pressed in firmly tends to wash out early.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Greasy, stained grout behind the hob
- Grout that is cracking and breaking up
- Dirty, worn grout on a tiled floor
- Corners filled with grout instead of silicone
Around Tenston, as everywhere, regrouting is only as good as the preparation behind it.
What to look for in a quote
- Is VAT in the price?
- What insurance they hold
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
- What preparation is included
What regrouting looks like in Tenston
Tenston is close to the coast. Coastal homes, holiday lets and guest houses can see heavy bathroom use in busy months, and sealant and grout that work that hard wear out sooner. In Scotland, private landlords have to 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.
For jobs in and around Tenston, choosing the right material for each joint is as important as a tidy finish.
Tenston is about 12 miles west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. Jobs in Tenston get the same care as everywhere else we work: the old material taken out, joints prepared properly and a 12-month guarantee. Tenston is one of 51 places in the Orkney Islands we cover for regrouting.
All of KW16 is within our area for regrouting. Other places close to Tenston include Wasbister (1 mile south), Russland (2 miles north-east), Hourston (2 miles north-east), Skeabrae (3 miles north) and Harray (3 miles east). Remote and island addresses need a little more planning, so please mention your location when you drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
What’s near Tenston
Well-known places in the area include Skara Brae Visitor Centre (2.8 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Mill Dam of Rango and Hill of Miffia.