East Sussex · England
Sand Mastic in Bodiam
Our applicators work in Bodiam on traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick. Old material cut out, joints cleaned and sealed neatly and a 12-month guarantee.
- Old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out
- Draughts and rain around sash boxes
- Gaps round a timber door in stone or brick
Sand mastic for homes and businesses in Bodiam
A silicone bead around a sash window can look out of place and does not suit the building. Sand mastic is the traditional choice and we can swap the silicone for it. We are often asked to deal with silicone on a period window that looks wrong and crumbling sand mastic round a window, on stone surrounds, tenement windows and brick reveals.
Outdoor sealant needs dry, clean surfaces, so work on frames around Bodiam is planned for dry weather. Let us know about access to all the frames, upstairs ones included.
Your job is guaranteed for a year, as with all our work.
- Place
- Bodiam (TN32)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear price before work begins
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
What the job involves on each surface
Sash and case windows
The mastic round a sash window is on show so we finish it carefully.
Timber door frames
Door frames get knocked and soaked and the mastic can crack early. We rake it out and renew it.
Sand mastic in Bodiam: local notes
Historic houses like Great Dixter (about 2.5 miles east) are a reminder that the area around Bodiam has older buildings as well as new. Where a home is older, older frames set in brick or stone need a sealant that suits them, and sometimes that is traditional sand mastic. Compared with the north and west, the South East gets less rain, though outdoor sealant still has to go onto a dry joint, so the forecast decides the day.
Rented homes near Robertsbridge station change hands often, and any sash windows need sound mastic to keep draughts and rain out. If you look after a building such as Bodiam Manor School, larger buildings have plenty of frames, and the mastic around each one ages. If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Giles, replacement windows fitted into old openings often leave uneven gaps that need backing and a flexible joint.
Bodiam is about 10 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Whether you’re in the middle of Bodiam or further out, we cover sand mastic for every kind of property. Our area takes in 289 places across East Sussex. For nearby work, see our Brighton page, about 31 miles away.
Jobs for sand mastic in TN32 works the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for sand mastic include Sandhurst Cross (1 mile north-east), Sandhurst (2 miles north-east), Little Conghurst (2 miles north), Four Throws (2 miles north) and Linkhill (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (10 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south), St Leonards (10 miles south), Hastings Old Town (11 miles south), Belmont (10 miles south) and Heathfield (13 miles west).
Near you in Bodiam
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Bodiam Church of England Primary School and Castle Inn. The closest station to Bodiam is Robertsbridge station, about 3.3 miles south-west of the centre.
What affects the quote in Bodiam
We quote each job individually. This is what makes a difference:
- Mould in or behind the old joints
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- How easy the joints are to reach
- Which sealant suits the joint
No two jobs are quite the same, so each one gets its own quote. Size, access and the product the joint needs all make a difference, and we’ll explain the quote if you ask.
What to tell us for a quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. When you get in contact, it helps to mention:
- Photos by email, if that’s easy
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
- If someone has resealed it before
- Where the property is
Getting a quote is simple: let us know the job and the location and its rough size. A few pictures by email make the job easier to understand, and we’ll come back to you with a quote.
Also in Bodiam
Looking after it afterwards
A little care helps the new joints last. Our advice:
- Clear gutters so water does not pour onto the windows
- Look over the window mastic once a year
- Leave the new mastic unpainted
- Find out about consent before window work on a listed home
Check the mastic when you check the paintwork. Small cracks are easier to deal with early.
Good mastic helps keep the frame dry. Once it fails, water can sit against the timber and timber that stays wet can rot.
What happens on the day
Every visit runs the same way: we look at the joints together, protect the area around them, do the work and clear up. It generally takes anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows. In a small place like Bodiam, access is generally the main thing to plan. For outside work, also let us know about exposed walls and any outbuildings involved.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- On commercial sites, let us know about site rules
- Tell us if parking is tricky
- Tell us about access, such as stairs, a lift or high-level joints
Get a quote
There’s no standard price list, because every job is different. Instead, your job gets its own clear quote. To arrange one, ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Bodiam: your questions answered
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Robertsbridge station?
Yes, rental work is part of what we do. Just ring 0345 464 0079 or email us and tell us about the property, and we’ll give you a clear price.
Can you do sand mastic in Bodiam?
Yes. We work across London and the South East, and Bodiam is part of that. Just call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with a few details of the job, and we will send you a clear quote.
Is it OK to seal over old sealant?
No, and we never do. It can look neat for a few weeks, but the new layer lifts away from the old one. Removing the old sealant completely is the only lasting way.
Do you have insurance?
Yes. We’re fully insured.
When will the new mastic be hard?
It skins over fairly quickly but takes longer to harden fully. We will tell you what to expect for your job.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course. Doing several areas at once is generally more efficient.
Is it possible to take out silicone and use sand mastic instead?
Yes, we do this often. All the old silicone is removed first so the mastic beds in well.
What exactly is sand mastic?
It’s the traditional filler for the joint round timber windows and doors. It’s made with sand and a linseed-oil-based binder.
For landlords and businesses
We also work for property managers and facilities teams. Several sites can be quoted together, and we’re fully insured.
In hotels, rooms out of use cost money, so we plan the work room by room around your bookings where we can. We have worked in hotels as well as homes and businesses.
Why it’s worth doing now in Bodiam
New mastic over crumbling mastic won’t hold. Raking out and preparing the joint gives it a sound base so the new mastic stays put. Older cottages and farmhouses around Bodiam can have timber floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.
A few things move the cost up or down: how much old sealant there is and how stubborn it is, any mould to treat, and whether we need extra access for height. We take all of that into account in your quote.
Why Bodiam clients choose us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Rated 4.9 stars on Google
- A 12-month guarantee on all work
- Experience in homes, commercial sites and hotels
See our cost guide and our reviews.
When something else is needed
We won’t take on work that will not last, so here’s what sealant cannot put right:
- Decisions on consent for listed homes
- Sashes that need overhauling
- Putty and glazing repairs
Not sure which it is? You can ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we’ll tell you honestly.
Where we work in Bodiam
- Stone surrounds
- Timber door frames
- Period & listed homes
- Brick reveals
- Tenement windows
- Sash and case windows