Aberdeen · Scotland
Bieldside Sand Mastic
Our applicators work in Bieldside on traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick. Old sealant removed completely, joints prepared properly.
- Weathered mastic on the most exposed windows
- Mastic dropping out of the joint
- Open joints round the window box
Sand mastic in Bieldside, done properly
Silicone on a period window often looks wrong and isn’t always the right material. Sand mastic gives a finish that matches the age of the house and we can swap the silicone for it. If you are dealing with modern sealant on a period surround and cracked mastic round a front door frame, we can help, whatever the surface.
In a Scottish city, many flats have windows two, three or four floors up, so the mastic outside can go unchecked for years. For a flat in Bieldside, access is the first thing to plan, and in a tenement the outside of the building may be a shared repair.
Every job comes with our one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Bieldside (AB15)
- Wider area
- Aberdeen
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- A clear price before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Honest limits
A few problems are outside what sealant work can do:
- Whether work needs listed building consent
- Sashes that need overhauling
- Crumbling stone or brickwork round the window
If you’re not sure, just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Where we work in Bieldside
- Sash and case windows
- Brick reveals
- Timber door frames
- Period & listed homes
- Stone surrounds
- Tenement windows
Places near Bieldside
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What we do, step by step
Most of a good job is in the 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 for a single window, longer for several. For a tenement in Bieldside, work inside your flat is between us and you, while shared parts may need the factor or neighbours to agree. Tell us which applies when you book.
- We look at the surrounds with you and agree the joints to renew.
- We remove the old, loose mastic.
- We pack any deep voids first.
- The sand mastic is mixed and pressed into the joint by hand.
- The surface is finished to suit the stone or brick.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
- Mention any parking rules near the property
- 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.
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Bieldside questions
Do you work for landlords with property near Aberdeen station?
Yes, we work for letting agents and landlords. You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with the address and a few details, and we will give you a fixed price before we start.
Is Bieldside in your area for sand mastic?
Yes. We work across all of Scotland, and Bieldside is part of that. You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing.
What sealant do you use?
We choose the sealant for the joint, not the other way round. Where it moves, gets wet or faces the weather makes a difference.
Which is right for my windows, sand mastic or modern sealant?
Sand mastic usually suits period timber windows best. Modern frames normally suit a flexible sealant.
Can you replace silicone on a period window with sand mastic?
Yes, it’s a common request. All the old silicone is removed first so the mastic beds in well.
Can I choose the sealant colour?
We help you choose a colour that suits. The product needed can limit the range.
Will there be a smell?
Sometimes, a little. It fades as the sealant cures, and ventilation helps.
How long does sand mastic take?
Typically it takes a few hours for a single window, longer for several. Larger jobs naturally take longer, and we will tell you how long to expect.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Bieldside
Mouldy or split sealant often shows up at the end of a tenancy. Several properties can be quoted together.
From a single let to a portfolio, the work is the same standard: the old material taken out, careful preparation and a 12-month guarantee.
DIY sealant or a professional job?
What a professional job adds is preparation and the right product. We take joints back to clean, dry surfaces, and the sealant is chosen for how the joint moves and where it is, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
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 happens if it’s left?
Gaps round a sash window let in rain and draughts. Water can get to the frame and the masonry so renewing it early protects the window. In a Scottish city tenement, failed sealant affects more than one flat: a leak can come through the ceiling below, and gaps in shared walls or fire-rated joints matter to every flat.
We don’t show prices on the website, because the cost depends so much on the job itself. For a quick quote, please drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will talk you through it.
Why Bieldside clients choose us
- 20+ years of sealant experience
- Domestic, commercial and hotel work
- Every job guaranteed for a year
- We leave the area clean and tidy
Read what affects the cost and customer reviews.
Sand mastic in Bieldside: local notes
Under the Repairing Standard, private landlords in Scotland have to keep homes wind and watertight, and failed outside joints work against that. Aberdeen is known as the Granite City, and granite is hard and dense, so any sealant against it needs clean, sound edges to grip.
For landlords with property near Aberdeen station, cracked sand mastic around sash windows lets in the draughts tenants complain about. Homes close to Cults West Parish Church include some older properties, and the joint between an old wall and a newer frame is usually the first place rain gets in. If you look after a building such as Cults Academy, larger buildings have plenty of frames, and the mastic around each one ages.
Bieldside is about 4 miles south-west of Aberdeen, in Aberdeen. Across the AB15 area, we can carry out sand mastic at your property. 63 places in Aberdeen are on our list, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of AB15 is within our area for sand mastic. That includes homes and businesses on Bieldside Station Road, Baillieswells Drive and Baillieswells Road. Neighbouring places we cover for sand mastic include Riverside of Blairs (1 mile south), Milltimber (1 mile west), Countesswells (2 miles north), Peterculter (3 miles west) and Kingswells (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Aberdeen (4 miles north-east), Rosemount (4 miles north-east), Berryden (4 miles north-east), Ferryhill (4 miles north-east), New Aberdeen (5 miles north-east) and Dyce (6 miles north).
Near you in Bieldside
We work in homes and buildings around Hazlehead Park and the streets around them. The closest station to Bieldside is Aberdeen station, about 4.4 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Pitfoddels Castle (2 miles east) and Woodend Hospital (2.6 miles north-east). Not far away are Murtle Dam and Beans Hill.
Surface by surface
Period and listed homes
Many older homes were built with sand mastic round the windows. On listed buildings, check with your planning authority first.
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.
Quotes for sand mastic in Bieldside
For a quick quote, just ask. The main things that affect it are:
- Working hours on commercial sites
- How easy the joints are to reach
- How much there is to do
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
Every job is a little different, so we quote each one individually. The number of joints, how easy they are to reach and the sealant needed all play a part.
Helping us quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. When you get in contact, it helps to mention:
- If it’s domestic, commercial or a hotel
- Whether it has been sealed before
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
- The problem you’ve noticed
Need a quote? Please email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details. You will know what we plan to do, and what it will cost, before any work begins.