Glasgow · Scotland
Sand Mastic in Craigend
Traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick for homes and businesses in Craigend and across Glasgow. Fully insured, ARBOMaster approved and guaranteed for a year.
- Gaps round a timber door in stone or brick
- Open joints round the window box
- Draughty sash windows at the surround
Windows and doors in Craigend
Private landlords in Scotland must meet the Repairing Standard, which includes keeping a home wind and watertight, and sound outside sealant is part of that. The west of Scotland is wetter than the east, so there’s plenty of rain for the mastic around older windows and doors to keep out.
For landlords with property near Robroyston station, older sash windows in a rental need their mastic kept sound to keep the weather out. Managing a site like St Andrew's Secondary School? Then the mastic around its windows and doors needs looking after like any other building’s.
Craigend is about 3 miles south-east of Bishopbriggs, in Glasgow. For sand mastic in and around Craigend, please drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk for a quick quote. We cover Glasgow from our Crawley base. Our area takes in 183 places across Glasgow, from the larger towns to small villages.
Jobs for sand mastic in G33 works the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need sand mastic at a property on Binns Road, Stepps Road and Gartloch Road or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Craigend: Ruchazie (1 mile south-west), Garthamlock (1 mile east), Hogganfield (1 mile north-west), Cranhill (1 mile south-west) and Millerston (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Glasgow (5 miles west), Hillhead (5 miles west), Dowanhill (6 miles west), Woodlands (5 miles west), Woodside (4 miles west) and North Kelvinside (5 miles west).
Local landmarks in Craigend
In Craigend, that means homes and buildings near Eastbank Academy. Craigend’s nearest station is Robroyston station, roughly 1 mile north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Lightburn Hospital (1 mile south) and Glasgow Fort (0.9 miles east). Not far away are Lenzie Moss and Hogganfield Loch.
How we handle sand mastic in Craigend
Traditional burnt sand mastic blends with stone and brick surrounds. It’s a good fit for period properties, where modern sealant can look out of place. If you are dealing with mastic that needs renewing before redecorating and draughts and rain around sash boxes, we can help, on period & listed homes, brick reveals and stone surrounds alike.
Older stone-built tenements in Scotland’s cities were built with sash and case windows, though many have since been replaced. Whether you’re in a tenement flat or a house in Craigend, the joint between frame and wall is what keeps the weather out.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right with it, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
- Where
- Craigend (G33)
- Region
- Glasgow
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Price
- A clear price before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What we cannot put right
Honest advice matters more to us than a booking, so here’s what new sealant will not do:
- Crumbling stone or brickwork round the window
- Broken panes
- Planning or listed building consent (your local planning authority decides)
Not sure which it is? You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Timber door frames
- Period & listed homes
- Brick reveals
- Tenement windows
- Stone surrounds
- Sash and case windows
What affects the cost of sand mastic
We quote each job individually. These are the things that affect it:
- Any mould that needs treating
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- The amount of work
- How many areas need sealing
Doing several joints on one visit is usually more efficient than separate visits, so it’s worth mentioning everything you’d like done. We will send you a clear quote for the lot.
What we need to know
What to tell us when you ask for a quote:
- The type of property
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- The address or postcode of the job
- The rough size of the job
For sand mastic in Craigend, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk. A short description of the job and where it is helps us quote, and we’ll agree the price before any work begins.
Common questions in Craigend
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Robroyston station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for, and several properties can be quoted together. Just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the address and what needs doing, and we will give you a clear price.
How do repairs to the shared parts of a tenement in Craigend get organised?
Most tenements arrange shared repairs through the owners or a property factor. The Tenements (Scotland) Act 2004 covers the common parts where the deeds don’t.
Are you an approved applicator?
Yes. We are ARBOMaster approved, the scheme for applicators of Arbo sealants.
How do I get a quote for sand mastic in Craigend?
It depends on the job, so we quote each one individually. To get one, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a short description of the job.
Do you have insurance?
Yes. Mr Mastic is fully insured.
Can old silicone round a sash window be swapped for sand mastic?
Often, yes. With the silicone removed and the joint cleaned we point it with sand mastic.
Is consent needed for window work on a listed home?
It’s best to ask your local planning authority first. Sand mastic is often favoured as like for like, but they decide.
Will there be a smell?
Some sealants have a smell while they cure, which fades as it sets. Ventilation helps.
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What the job involves on each surface
Brick reveals
Sand mastic is also used where timber frames meet brick. It suits older brickwork.
Period and listed homes
On a listed home or in a conservation area, the right material matters. Sand mastic is often the preferred finish.
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.
Not every job suits DIY: work at height, external movement joints, fire-rated sealant and large areas call for the right materials, safe access and experience.
Common problems we fix in Craigend
Previous repairs in cement or silicone often trap water or crack away. They don’t suit the joint and we normally remove them.
Any of these means the joints need attention:
- Mastic round period door frames that has failed
- Old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out
- Modern sealant on a period surround
- Failed mastic on an exposed elevation
Provand's Lordship, about 3.1 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Craigend.
Comparing quotes
- Is VAT in the price?
- The length of the guarantee
- Which sealant they’ll use, and why
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
Landlords, agents and businesses in Craigend
Letting agents and landlords in Craigend can book us as well as homeowners. Sealant work between tenants keeps a property looking cared for before the next move-in.
We also work for businesses, from offices to washrooms and kitchens. On commercial sites, working times can be discussed when we quote.
How it works
We keep the work tidy and contained to the area we are working on, so you can get on with your day. The job generally takes a few hours per window, depending on the condition of the joints, and we explain the cure time before we leave. In a Scottish city, a lot of jobs are in tenement flats, up a common stair from a shared close. For a job in Craigend, tell us the floor, how the door entry system works and where we can park nearby.
- We look at the surrounds with you and agree the joints to renew.
- Old mastic and any loose material are raked out.
- Deep gaps are packed so the mastic sits at the right depth.
- We apply the mastic by hand and shape it.
- The surface is finished to suit the stone or brick.
Before we arrive
- Clear items away from the joints we’re working on
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
- Mention any tricky access
Get a quote
Need a quote? Please email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details. We’ll explain what we’d do and give you a clear price before work begins.