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Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Anniesland Cross, Glasgow
Specialist sand mastic for Anniesland Cross: the right sealant, proper preparation and a neat finish. Ask us for a quick quote.
- Gaps between timber frames and stone or brick
- Silicone on a period window that looks wrong
- Tired mastic found when preparing windows for paint
How we handle sand mastic in Anniesland Cross
Sand mastic suits most period window surrounds. On modern frames we’d normally use a flexible sealant and we will explain which is best for yours. We work on stone surrounds, period & listed homes and sash and case windows, and people most often call us about cracked mastic round a front door frame and draughty sash windows at the surround.
Older stone-built tenements in Scotland’s cities were built with sash and case windows, though many have since been replaced. Whether you are in a tenement flat or a house in Anniesland Cross, the joint between frame and wall is what keeps the weather out.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything isn’t right with it, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
- Where
- Anniesland Cross (G13, G12, G11)
- Wider area
- Glasgow
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Quote
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Looking after it afterwards
So the new joints stay in good condition:
- Have rotten timber repaired before new mastic goes in
- Inspect the joints round the windows every year or so
- Clear gutters so water doesn’t pour onto the windows
- Ask us before painting near the mastic
Make sure water drains away from the window surround. Constant wetting wears the mastic faster.
Once mastic starts to crumble, rain gets in. That water can reach the timber frame and the wall, so renewing it early is worth it.
Windows and doors in Anniesland Cross
The west of Scotland is wetter than the east, which means the mastic around older windows and doors has to cope with a lot of rain. Sash and case windows are common in older Scottish homes, and the joint between the box frame and the stone or render is traditionally pointed with sand mastic.
For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints Church, the windows may be timber, sash or later replacements, and each needs the right sealant against the wall. Rented homes near Anniesland station change hands often, and cracked sand mastic around sash windows lets in the draughts tenants complain about.
Anniesland Cross is about 2 miles south of Bearsden, in Glasgow. Whether you’re in the middle of Anniesland Cross or further out, sand mastic is available for homes and businesses alike. Across Glasgow, we cover 183 places, and Anniesland Cross is one of them.
Here we cover the G13, G12 and G11 postcode area for sand mastic. You’ll find streets such as Crow Road, Fern Lane and Ryvra Road. Main roads around Anniesland Cross include the A82. We also cover Temple (1 mile north), Anniesland (1 mile west), Netherton (1 mile north), Kelvindale (1 mile east) and Knightswood (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Glasgow (3 miles south-east), Garnethill (3 miles south-east), Anderston (3 miles south-east), Calton (4 miles south-east), Blythswood Hill (3 miles south-east) and Langside (5 miles south).
Local landmarks in Anniesland Cross
Typical jobs here are in homes near Jordanhill College, Scotstoun Primary School and Dawsholm Park and the streets around them. You’ll also find Glasgow University Library (1.9 miles south-east) and The Esquire House (less than half a mile south-east). Anniesland Cross has its own railway station: Anniesland station. Well-known places in the area include Glasgow Museum of Transport (1.9 miles south-east) and Gartnavel Royal Hospital (0.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Anniesland Cross includes Castle Hill and Kilmardinny.
Anniesland Cross questions
I let a flat near Anniesland station. Can you help?
Yes, we work for letting agents and landlords. Just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us about the property, and we’ll send you a clear quote.
How is work on the outside of a tenement in Anniesland Cross usually arranged?
The owners of the flats normally agree repairs to shared parts like the roof and outside walls, and many buildings have a factor to arrange it. The Tenements (Scotland) Act 2004 sets out how that works where the title deeds do not. Your title deeds will say who owns the windows.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Yes, every time. New silicone does not stick to old silicone, so the joint is cleaned back first.
Do the sealants smell?
Possibly a little. It fades as the sealant cures, and ventilation helps.
How long will you be here?
As a guide, most jobs take a few hours per window, depending on the condition of the joints. Larger jobs naturally take longer, and we will tell you how long to expect.
Can you work on commercial sites?
Yes. Larger jobs can be planned room by room or area by area to suit the site.
Can I choose the sealant colour?
We’ll suggest a colour to suit the surroundings. The product needed can limit the range.
Can I paint the new mastic?
Traditional guidance is not to paint over sand mastic. If you are redecorating the window, ask us first and we will talk you through it.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Anniesland Cross
Businesses can book us for washrooms, kitchens, offices and more. On commercial sites, working times can be discussed when we quote.
For anyone letting property in or around Anniesland Cross, jobs at different addresses can go on one quote. Just tell us the addresses and what each one needs, and photos by email help.
What we cannot put right
Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits:
- Sash cords, weights and draught-proofing of the sashes
- Whether work needs listed building consent
- Crumbling stone or brickwork round the window
If you’re not sure, just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Where we work in Anniesland Cross
- Timber door frames
- Period & listed homes
- Brick reveals
- Sash and case windows
- Stone surrounds
- Tenement windows
Common problems we fix in Anniesland Cross
Previous repairs in cement or silicone often trap water or crack away. They do not suit the joint and we normally remove them.
Look out for any of the following:
- Weathered mastic on the most exposed windows
- Mastic that needs renewing before redecorating
- Modern sealant on a period surround
- Cement or filler used on old window joints that has cracked
If you look after a building such as Knightswood Secondary School, its window and door frames need their mastic kept sound, just like a home’s.
Comparing quotes
- The length of the guarantee
- Which colour the sealant will be
- How the surfaces are prepared before sealing
- Whether VAT is included
What we do, step by step
At the end, we look at the finished work together and explain the cure time. The work normally takes a few hours per window, depending on the condition of the joints, depending on the size of the job. In a city area like Anniesland Cross, parking may be by permit or pay-and-display, so tell us what’s nearby. If you are in a flat, let us know how we get in at the street door.
- We look at the surrounds with you and agree the joints to renew.
- We remove the old, loose mastic.
- Deep gaps are packed so the mastic sits at the right depth.
- We apply the mastic by hand and shape it.
- We dress the finish so it sits neatly against the masonry.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear items away from the joints we’re working on
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
- Tell us if parking is tricky
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: let us know the job and the location and its rough size. Photos by email help us understand the job.
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What affects the quote in Anniesland Cross
Every job gets its own quote. This is what makes a difference:
- How many areas need sealing
- The old material and how stubborn it is
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- The number and length of the joints
What you pay reflects the work, not a rough estimate. That is why we ask about the job first.
What we need to know
Photos by email are helpful but not essential. Try to tell us:
- The rough size of the job
- Where the property is
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- What’s wrong with the joints now
Need a quote? Please email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details. We will explain what we’d do and give you a clear quote before work begins.
Surface by surface
Timber door frames
A neat sand mastic joint round a front door suits a period home.
Sash and case windows
The box of a sash and case window sits in the stone or brick opening. Sand mastic seals the joint round it.