Highland · Scotland
Dores Sand Mastic
Traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick for homes and businesses in Dores and across Highland. Fully insured, ARBOMaster approved and guaranteed for a year.
- Tired mastic found when preparing windows for paint
- Gaps between timber frames and stone or brick
- Mastic dropping out of the joint
How we quote for sand mastic
There’s no set price list, because jobs vary so much. What we look at:
- How many areas need sealing
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- Any working-time requirements on site
- The size of the job
A failed joint rarely gets cheaper to fix by waiting, as water and mould keep getting in. If you are not sure whether it needs doing, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will give you an honest view and a quote.
What to tell us for a quote
Before you ask for a quote, have a think about:
- Roughly how big the job is
- Photos by email, if that is easy
- Any access issues, like height or stairs
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
Need a quote? Please drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details. We’ll explain what we’d do and give you a clear price before we start.
Sand mastic for homes and businesses in Dores
Sand mastic doesn’t last for ever, leaving gaps round the window. We rake it out and renew it so the surround looks right again. If you have mastic dropping out of the joint and wind and rain getting in round a sash window, we can help, on timber door frames, stone surrounds and period & listed homes alike.
In and around a place like Dores, homes range from older stone-built cottages to newer houses. Wind-driven rain finds any gap around a frame or sill.
Our work is backed for twelve months, in Dores and everywhere else we cover.
- Where
- Dores (IV2)
- Wider area
- Highland
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Quote
- A clear price before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
DIY sealant or a professional job?
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.
Sealing over old silicone is the commonest DIY error. New silicone will not bond to old, so it peels away and traps moisture behind it. Everything old must be removed first.
Sand mastic in Dores: local notes
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. 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.
In and around Dores, as anywhere, good sand mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint. If you live in an older home near Dores Parish Church, replacement windows fitted into old openings often leave uneven gaps that need backing and a flexible joint.
Dores is about 7 miles south-west of Inverness, in Highland. Our applicators cover sand mastic for householders, landlords and businesses in Dores and nearby, as part of our work across Highland. Across Highland, we cover 253 places, Dores among them.
Here we cover the IV2 postcode area for sand mastic. Whether your property is on Mill Croft and Torr Gardens or anywhere close by, our applicators can take on the job. Close by, we work in Torness (5 miles south), Farr (6 miles east), Slackbuie (6 miles north-east), Lochardil (6 miles north-east) and Leachkin (6 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Inverness (7 miles north-east), Cradlehall (10 miles north-east), Merkinch (8 miles north-east), Dingwall (15 miles north), Hilton (7 miles north-east) and Crown (8 miles north-east). Remote and island addresses need a little more planning, so tell us where you are when you ask for a quote.
Near you in Dores
Other landmarks nearby include Abriachan Museum (2.7 miles west) and Craig Dunain Hospital (5.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Loch Ashie.
Your questions about sand mastic in Dores
Is sand mastic in Dores guaranteed?
All our work, in Dores and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We are also fully insured and ARBOMaster approved.
Is Dores in your area for sand mastic?
Yes, Dores is within the area we cover. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. Just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job, and we will send you a clear quote.
Can you do several jobs on one visit?
Yes. Just list everything you need and we will quote it together.
Do you work for letting agents?
Yes. We work in homes, commercial premises and hotels, and we’re fully insured.
Will you leave a mess?
Not at all. The area is protected while we work and cleaned up afterwards.
Which products do you use?
It depends on the joint: anti-fungal sanitary silicone in wet areas, and other sealants where joints move or face the weather. We use products from Arbo and Everbuild.
What exactly is sand mastic?
It’s sand mixed with a linseed-oil-based binder, used between timber frames and stone or brick.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on where the joints are. Inside work needs someone to give us access, and for outside work we’ll agree access with you when we book.
How the job changes by surface
Timber door frames
Door frames get knocked and soaked and the mastic can crack early. It’s renewed by hand.
Tenement and terrace windows
Tenements and terraces often have many sash windows with ageing mastic. We work on single windows or whole elevations.
Aftercare tips
Joint life depends on how it’s used and looked after. Here’s what we suggest:
- Renew mastic before redecorating the windows
- Inspect the joints round the windows every year or so
- Clear gutters so water does not pour onto the windows
- Ask a joiner to look at soft timber first
Leave the new mastic unpainted, which is the traditional advice. Ask us before any decorating around it.
It’s best to renew mastic before painting the windows. Paint over cracked mastic only covers it up.
What happens on the day
A visit follows a simple pattern: we look at the joints together, protect the area around them, carry out the job and clear up. Most jobs take anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows. Outdoor work around Dores depends on the weather, as sealant needs a dry surface, so an outdoor job can move if the forecast changes. Indoor work goes ahead whatever the weather.
- 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.
- We apply the mastic by hand and shape it.
- The surface is finished to suit the stone or brick.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
- Mention any parking rules near the property
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
Ask for a quote
Call for a quick quote, or send an email if you’d rather. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we will explain what’s involved before giving you a price.
Advice
Why it’s worth doing now in Dores
If you are redecorating, renew the mastic first. Painting over failed mastic doesn’t seal it, and the new mastic is traditionally left unpainted. In an older home around Dores, damp from a failed joint can get into timber and plaster.
There are no prices on our website, because each job is priced on what it involves. For a quick quote, please email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll talk you through it.
Why choose Mr Mastic in Dores
- We never seal over old sealant
- Sanitary silicone with an anti-fungal additive in wet areas
- An ARBOMaster approved applicator
- Quality sealants from Arbo and Everbuild
See what affects the cost and customer reviews.
What else we do in Dores
What sealant work cannot fix
Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits:
- Putty and glazing repairs
- Sash cords, weights and draught-proofing of the sashes
- Planning or listed building consent (your local planning authority decides)
If you are not sure, just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Tenement windows
- Stone surrounds
- Timber door frames
- Brick reveals
- Period & listed homes
- Sash and case windows