Aberdeen · Scotland
Sand Mastic in Craigiebuckler
Traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick for Craigiebuckler, backed by a one-year guarantee. Call for a quick quote.
- Old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out
- Open joints round the window box
- Patchy fillers round a sash window
About our sand mastic in Craigiebuckler
Our applicators renew the sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors set in stone or brick. The old mastic is raked out, the joint is prepared and new mastic is shaped by hand. We work on sash and case windows, period & listed homes and brick reveals, and the jobs we see most are mastic worn away on windows facing the weather and open joints round the window box.
Sash and case windows are a feature of older tenements in all four Scottish cities, and plenty still have them. In Craigiebuckler, as anywhere, the mastic between frame and wall is what stops draughts and rain getting in.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re not left on your own once the job is done.
- Location
- Craigiebuckler (AB15)
- Wider area
- Aberdeen
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Quotes
- A clear price before we start
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Quotes for sand mastic in Craigiebuckler
The quote reflects the job in front of us. We look at:
- Access and height
- The old material and how stubborn it is
- The number and length of the joints
- How many areas need sealing
Combining jobs into one visit is normally more efficient than separate visits, so it’s worth mentioning everything you’d like done. We will give you a clear quote for the lot.
What to tell us for a quote
Photos help, but a description is a good start. Try to tell us:
- The type of property
- Where the property is
- Any access issues, like height or stairs
- What’s wrong with the joints now
For a quote, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us where the job is and what the problem looks like. We will send you a clear quote before any work starts.
When something else is needed
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what new sealant won’t do:
- Decayed frames that need repair
- Sash cords, weights and draught-proofing of the sashes
- Masonry that needs repairing
Not sure which it is? You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we seal
- Stone surrounds
- Tenement windows
- Sash and case windows
- Brick reveals
- Timber door frames
- Period & listed homes
DIY versus a professional finish
Overfilling a joint is a classic DIY mistake. A thick, smeared bead looks untidy and doesn’t move well, and getting the depth right matters as much as the look.
Not every job suits DIY: work at height, external movement joints, fire-rated sealant and large areas need the right product, the right access and the right method.
Aftercare tips
Looking after new joints is easy:
- Avoid patching sand mastic with silicone
- Make sure water runs off the sill
- Ask a joiner to look at soft timber first
- Renew mastic before redecorating the windows
When preparing windows for paint, take care around the mastic. It can be damaged by heavy scraping.
Renewing mastic before redecorating saves doing it twice. Paint over cracked mastic only covers it up.
How the visit works
When we get to you, we check the joints match what you told us. If we find something unexpected, we talk it through with you first. Most jobs then take a few hours per window, depending on the condition of the joints. Parking in city streets around Craigiebuckler can be tight or controlled, so it helps to know about permits or nearby bays. If you’re in a flat, let us know how we get in at the street door.
- First we agree which joints need doing.
- We remove the old, loose mastic.
- Deep gaps are packed so the mastic sits at the right depth.
- The sand mastic is mixed and pressed into the joint by hand.
- We dress the finish so it sits neatly against the masonry.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about access, such as stairs, a lift or high-level joints
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
- On commercial sites, let us know about site rules
How to get a quote
We do not publish a price list, as no two jobs are quite the same. Instead, your job gets its own clear quote. To arrange one, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
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Also near Craigiebuckler
Also in Craigiebuckler
What sand mastic looks like in Craigiebuckler
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. Many older homes in Scotland have sash and case windows, and the joint between the box frame and the stone or render is traditionally pointed with sand mastic.
Letting a property close to Aberdeen station? Then cracked sand mastic around sash windows lets in the draughts tenants complain about. If you look after a building such as Airyhall Primary School, the mastic around its windows and doors needs looking after like any other building’s.
Craigiebuckler is about 2 miles south-west of Aberdeen, in Aberdeen. Homes, rented property, offices and hotels in Craigiebuckler is covered for sand mastic, old or new, large or small. Every job comes with our one-year guarantee. We cover 63 towns and villages across Aberdeen, from the larger towns to small villages.
Jobs for sand mastic in AB15 is quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. Sand mastic is available to properties on Oyne Road, Queen's Road and Fintray Road and the roads around them. Main roads around Craigiebuckler include the A9119, so getting to you is simple. We also cover Braeside (1 mile south-east), West End (1 mile east), Summerhill (1 mile north), Rubislaw (1 mile north-east) and Midstocket (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as New Aberdeen (3 miles east), Dyce (5 miles north), Tillydrone (3 miles north-east), Portlethen (5 miles south), Donside Village (3 miles north-east) and Cove Bay (3 miles south-east).
What’s near Craigiebuckler
Around Craigiebuckler, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Hazlehead Academy and Hazlehead Park and the streets around them. Craigiebuckler’s nearest station is Aberdeen station, roughly 2.4 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Woodend Hospital (0.9 miles north-west) and Gordon Highlanders Museum (0.5 miles east). Open spaces near Craigiebuckler include Rubislaw Quarry and Kincorth Hill.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Craigiebuckler
We also work for property managers and facilities teams. We can quote a run of properties together.
In hotels, rooms out of use cost money, so the work can be planned room by room. Hotel work is part of what we do, alongside homes and businesses.
Signs you need sand mastic in Craigiebuckler
Sand mastic slowly weathers. It dries out, cracks and loses its grip from the frame or the masonry.
The problems people normally mention when they call include:
- Gaps between timber frames and stone or brick
- Crumbling sand mastic round a window
- Wind and rain getting in round a sash window
- A silicone bead on a sash window that spoils the look
Historic houses such as Friendville, about 1 mile east, show how far back building around Craigiebuckler goes, and older homes nearby need a sealant that suits their walls.
What to look for in a quote
- When the joint can take water or movement
- How much experience the applicator has
- What guarantee comes with the work
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
Questions from Craigiebuckler
Can you do sand mastic in Craigiebuckler?
Yes. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, and Craigiebuckler is part of that. You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing.
How is work on the outside of a tenement in Craigiebuckler normally arranged?
Shared parts of a tenement, such as the roof and outside walls, are usually repaired with the agreement of the owners, often through a property factor. Where the title deeds are silent, the Tenements (Scotland) Act 2004 fills the gaps. Your title deeds will say who owns the windows.
What does sand mastic cost?
Every job is different, so each one gets its own quote. For a quick quote, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing and where.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We work for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, businesses and hotels.
Is sand mastic better than silicone for my windows?
That depends on your windows. Period windows in stone or brick usually suit sand mastic and newer frames normally get a flexible sealant.
Where are you based?
Our base is Crawley. We work across South East England, London and Scotland.
Can sand mastic be painted?
Sand mastic is normally left unpainted, as guidance on traditional windows advises. Ask us before decorating.
Can you quote for more than one area?
Yes. Just list everything you need.