Argyll and Bute · Scotland
Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Ardrishaig, Argyll and Bute
Traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick for Ardrishaig, backed by a 12-month guarantee. Call for a quick quote.
- Draughty sash windows at the surround
- Cracked mastic round a front door frame
- Window mastic to renew ahead of painting
About our sand mastic in Ardrishaig
Fresh sand mastic forms a skin quite soon, but it takes longer to harden fully. Traditional guidance is not to paint over it and we will advise if you’re redecorating. We work on stone surrounds, tenement windows and timber door frames, and people most often call us about crumbling sand mastic round a window and a silicone bead on a sash window that spoils the look.
Mastic can only go onto a dry joint, so outside work in Ardrishaig depends on the weather, and longer journeys are planned in advance. Let us know about access to every frame, including any upstairs.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months.
- Place
- Ardrishaig (PA30, PA31)
- Region
- Argyll and Bute
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
How to look after the new joints
No joint lasts for ever, but care makes a real difference. Our tips:
- Keep sills and gutters clear so water drains away
- Don’t paint over the new mastic
- Take care around the mastic when scraping paint
- Check with your local planning authority if your home is listed
Look at the mastic when you look over the windows. Small cracks are easier to deal with early.
Gaps round a sash box let in draughts and rain. Left, the gap tends to get bigger as more mastic falls out.
Surface by surface
Tenement and terrace windows
In shared buildings, the windows may be part of a wider repair so it’s worth checking responsibilities.
Stone surrounds
Stone surrounds suit sand mastic well. It finishes to look like part of the surround.
Should I try it myself first?
If you do try it yourself, take your time over the preparation: take out all the old sealant, make sure the joint is clean and dry, and give it the full cure time. If it does not work out, we can still put it right.
What a professional job adds is preparation and the right product. Joints are cleaned back to sound surfaces and dried, and the sealant is chosen for how the joint moves and where it is, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
Quotes for sand mastic in Ardrishaig
The price is agreed before any work begins. It’s based on:
- The type of sealant required
- The size of the job
- Working hours on commercial sites
- The number of rooms or windows
Instead of a standard rate, we price the job in front of us: the amount of work, the old material and the access. You will know the price before we begin.
Asking for a quote
Before you ask for a quote, have a think about:
- The problem you’ve noticed
- Whether it has been sealed before
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- Where the property is
It all starts with a short chat. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is. When it suits you, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Signs you need sand mastic in Ardrishaig
Rain on the window surround works into any crack and pushes it out. Windows facing the weather tend to go first.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- Mastic that needs renewing before redecorating
- Wind and rain getting in round a sash window
- Old cement repairs round a window that have failed
- Open joints round the window box
In and around Ardrishaig, as anywhere, good sand mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
What your quote should include
- What preparation is included
- What the quote includes, VAT included or not
- What product goes in the joint
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
What happens on the day
We keep the work tidy and contained to the area we are working on. The job generally takes anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows. Outdoor work around Ardrishaig depends on the weather, as sealant needs a dry surface, so an outdoor job can move if the forecast changes. Work indoors isn’t affected.
- We check each window surround and the condition of the joint.
- We rake out the old mastic and clean the joint.
- We fill deep gaps so the new mastic is not too thick.
- New sand mastic is applied and shaped by hand.
- We finish the mastic to a tidy line.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets and children clear of the area while we work
- Mention if the joints have been sealed before
- Where the joints are inside, avoid wetting them before we arrive
Getting a quote
To get a quote, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the location and a short description of the problem. We will give you a clear price before any work starts.
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Questions from Ardrishaig
Do you cover smaller places like Ardrishaig?
Yes, Ardrishaig is covered. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, from towns to the smallest places. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Can you do sand mastic in Ardrishaig?
Yes. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, and Ardrishaig is part of that. You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and let us know what needs doing, and we will send you a clear quote.
Can you work on commercial sites?
Yes. Larger jobs can be planned room by room or area by area.
Do I need to be at home?
Access is agreed with you when the job is booked. For inside work, that normally means someone being in.
Is it messy?
No. The area is protected while we work and cleaned up afterwards.
Will the old sealant be removed?
Yes, always, and completely. New sealant won’t bond properly to old, so the joint is cleaned back first.
What exactly is sand mastic?
A traditional pointing material made from sand and a linseed-oil-based binder for the joint between timber frames and masonry.
Are you ARBOMaster approved?
Yes. We’re ARBOMaster approved, the scheme for applicators of Arbo sealants.
Ardrishaig homes and the weather
Ardrishaig is close to the coast, where wind-driven rain is a fact of life and, nearer the shore, so is salt air. That is hard on the mastic around older windows and doors, especially on the side facing the sea. Sash and case windows are common in older Scottish homes, often pointed into the wall with traditional sand mastic.
If you look after a building such as Lochgilphead High School, its window and door frames need their mastic kept sound, just like a home’s.
Ardrishaig is about 27 miles west of Greenock, in Argyll and Bute. Whether you are in the middle of Ardrishaig or further out, sand mastic is available for homes and businesses alike. We cover 118 towns and villages across Argyll and Bute. Our Glasgow page covers work nearby.
We cover every part of the PA30 and PA31 postcode area for sand mastic and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on East Bank Road, Hillview Terrace and Chalmers Street and the roads around them. Other places close to Ardrishaig include Ceann Loch Gilb (2 miles north-east), Lochgilphead (2 miles north), Cairnbaan (3 miles north-west), Bridgend (5 miles north) and Kilmichael Glassary (5 miles north). If you are somewhere remote, the job takes a little more planning.
Landmarks near Ardrishaig
A little further out are Mid Argyll Community Hospital (2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Cam Loch.
What we can’t put right
To be straight with you, there are a few things sealant won’t fix:
- Sashes that rattle, stick or will not open
- Decayed frames that need repair
- Whether work needs listed building consent
If you are not sure, just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Where we work in Ardrishaig
- Tenement windows
- Period & listed homes
- Stone surrounds
- Sash and case windows
- Brick reveals
- Timber door frames