Highland · Scotland
Beauly Sand Mastic
Traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick for householders, landlords and businesses in Beauly. Fully insured, ARBOMaster approved and guaranteed for a year.
- Wind and rain getting in round a sash window
- Failed mastic on an exposed elevation
- Window mastic to renew ahead of painting
How we handle sand mastic in Beauly
Sand mastic skins over fairly quickly, but it takes longer to harden fully. Traditionally, sand mastic is left unpainted, so ask us before you decorate. We work on tenement windows, stone surrounds and timber door frames, and common reasons people get in touch are wind and rain getting in round a sash window and failed mastic on an exposed elevation.
Many older Scottish homes still have timber windows set into stone walls. Those suit a traditional sand mastic or a neutral-cure sealant, not an acetoxy silicone that can attack some stone.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you are.
- Place
- Beauly (IV4)
- Region
- Highland
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
DIY sealant or a professional job?
Too much sealant is as bad as too little. A heavy bead looks messy and copes badly with movement, and getting the depth right matters as much as the look.
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, then guaranteed for a year.
How it works
When we get to you, we compare the joints with what we discussed. If anything is different, we explain it before carrying on. After that, the work takes anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows. Outside jobs in Beauly need a dry day, because sealant won’t bond to a wet joint, so an outdoor job can move if the forecast changes. Indoor work goes ahead whatever the weather.
- We check each window surround and the condition of the joint.
- The joint is raked out and cleaned.
- Large voids are packed out.
- We point the joint with sand mastic by hand.
- The finish is dressed neatly.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
- Clear the area around the work
- Tell us about access, such as stairs, a lift or high-level joints
Ask for a quote
We quote each job on its own, so the first step is telling us about yours. Simply drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and describe the job.
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What the job involves on each surface
Stone surrounds
We take care not to mark the stone when the old mastic comes out.
Brick reveals
Sand mastic is also used where timber frames meet brick. It gives a traditional finish.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Beauly
Letting agents often deal with us directly. Tell us the address, the job and how access works and we will quote.
Failed sealant is one of the commonest items on a check-out report. We can quote for more than one property at once.
What happens if it’s left?
Before painting the windows, it pays to renew the mastic. Painting over failed mastic doesn’t seal it, and the new mastic is traditionally left unpainted. Out of town in Scotland, exposed walls take a lot of weather, and once water gets behind a failed joint, damp in stone or harled walls is slow to dry out.
There are no prices on our website, because the cost depends so much on the job itself. Call for a quick quote and we’ll talk you through it.
Why book with us
- Rated 4.9 stars on Google
- Neat joints and a tidy finish
- 20+ years of sealant experience
- Homes, businesses and hotels
When it isn’t the sealant
New sealant can’t fix everything, and we’d rather say so up front. It won’t solve:
- Timber that has rotted
- Sashes that rattle, stick or won’t open
- Whether work needs listed building consent
If you’re not sure, just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Brick reveals
- Sash and case windows
- Stone surrounds
- Tenement windows
- Period & listed homes
- Timber door frames
What sand mastic looks like in Beauly
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. Beauly is in the west of Scotland, which is wetter than the east, which means the mastic around older windows and doors has to cope with a lot of rain.
Around Beauly, as everywhere, sand mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it. For landlords with property near Beauly station, cracked sand mastic around sash windows lets in the draughts tenants complain about.
Beauly is about 9 miles west of Inverness, in Highland. From the centre of Beauly to the outskirts, sand mastic is available for homes and businesses alike. Across Highland, we cover 253 places, Beauly among them.
All of IV4 is covered for sand mastic. Local streets include High Street, The Square and Station Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to Beauly include Windhill (1 mile north), Kirkhill (2 miles east), Muir of Ord (3 miles north), Kiltarlity (3 miles south) and Marybank (5 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Inverness (9 miles east), Cradlehall (12 miles east), Merkinch (8 miles east), Dingwall (8 miles north), Hilton (9 miles east) and Crown (9 miles east). If you are somewhere remote, a little more planning is needed.
Local landmarks in Beauly
The nearest railway station is Beauly station, about 0.5 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Lovat Castle (0.8 miles east). Not far away are Loch nam Bonnach.
Beauly questions
Do you cover smaller places like Beauly?
Yes. Beauly is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you work for landlords with property near Beauly station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for, and several properties can go on one quote. Just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the address and what needs doing, and we’ll give you a clear price.
Do you do commercial work?
Yes. Larger jobs can be planned room by room or area by area.
Can I do it myself?
For a simple, easy-to-reach joint, a careful DIYer can do a reasonable job. The usual mistakes are sealing over old sealant, sealing a damp joint and using too much.
Which is right for my windows, sand mastic or modern sealant?
For period timber windows in stone or brick, sand mastic is often the better fit. On modern frames, we’d normally use a flexible sealant, and we’ll explain why.
What exactly is sand mastic?
It’s the traditional filler for the joint round timber windows and doors. It combines sand with a linseed-oil-based binder.
Is there any odour?
It depends on the product. Some products have a noticeable smell, others very little.
Can new sealant go over the old?
No, and we never do. It may look fine at first, but the new bead soon lifts. Removing the old sealant completely is the only lasting way.
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Keeping the joints in good condition
Once the sealant has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Plan mastic work ahead of painting
- Ask the planning authority about consent for listed or conservation-area homes
- Look over the window mastic once a year
- Clear gutters so water does not pour onto the windows
Don’t touch or press the mastic while it hardens. It forms a skin fairly soon but needs longer to fully harden.
Sound mastic protects the frame. Failed mastic lets water reach the timber and timber that stays wet can rot.