Perth and Kinross · Scotland
Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Dunkeld, Perth and Kinross
Our applicators work in Dunkeld 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.
- Gaps between timber frames and stone or brick
- Old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out
- Tired mastic found when preparing windows for paint
Landlords, agents and businesses in Dunkeld
Letting agents often deal with us directly. Send the address, what’s needed and the access arrangements and we will give you a quote.
If you manage several properties in or around Dunkeld, several properties can go on one quote. Send us the addresses and the work at each.
Sand mastic in Dunkeld
Our applicators renew the sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick. Out comes the old, loose mastic, and new mastic is applied and shaped by hand. If you are dealing with old cement repairs round a window that have failed and modern sealant on a period surround, we can put it right, on sash and case windows, stone surrounds and timber door frames alike.
Outdoor sealant needs a dry surface, so window work around Dunkeld is planned around the weather, and longer journeys are planned in advance. Let us know about access to every frame, including any upstairs.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are covered after we have gone.
- Place
- Dunkeld (PH8)
- Region
- Perth and Kinross
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Towns and villages near Dunkeld
Also in Dunkeld
How it works
Once we’re on site, we check the joints match what you told us. If anything is different, we explain it before carrying on. Most jobs then take a few hours for a single window, longer for several. Outdoor work around Dunkeld depends on the weather, as sealant needs a dry surface, so external jobs may need to move if the day turns wet. Work indoors isn’t affected.
- Each surround is checked first.
- The joint is raked out and cleaned.
- Large voids are packed out.
- We point the joint with sand mastic by hand.
- The finish is dressed neatly.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
- Mention if the joints have been sealed before
Get a quote
Want a quote for sand mastic? Please send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us about the job. We will explain what we’d do and give you a clear quote before work begins.
Related advice
What affects the quote in Dunkeld
Call for a quick quote. What matters most is:
- Which sealant suits the joint
- The old material and how stubborn it is
- The size of the job
- Any working-time requirements on site
Commercial jobs are quoted on the same basis as homes: the amount of work, how we reach it and what it needs, along with when we can work on site. Ask us for a quote and we will explain what it covers.
Helping us quote
To help us quote quickly, please include:
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- Where the property is
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
- Photos by email, if that’s easy
For sand mastic in Dunkeld, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk. Tell us what the problem is and where, and we’ll agree the price before any work begins.
How the job changes by surface
Period and listed homes
On a listed home or in a conservation area, the right material matters. Like-for-like sand mastic is generally favoured.
Stone surrounds
Stone surrounds suit sand mastic well. The finish blends with the masonry.
What we are called out for in Dunkeld
Age is the main cause. Even well-laid mastic needs renewing in time and how long it lasts depends on the weather it faces.
These are the problems we are asked about most:
- Gaps round a timber door in stone or brick
- Open joints round the window box
- Mastic that needs renewing before redecorating
- A silicone bead on a sash window that spoils the look
For landlords with property near Dunkeld & Birnam station, older sash windows in a rental need their mastic kept sound to keep the weather out.
What to look for in a quote
- Which colour the sealant will be
- Is VAT in the price?
- How long to leave it before use
- Who turns up on the day
Questions from Dunkeld
Is Dunkeld within the area you cover?
Yes. Dunkeld is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work across all of Scotland. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Is Dunkeld in your area for sand mastic?
Yes, Dunkeld is within the area we cover. We work across all of Scotland. Just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job, and we’ll give you a clear price.
Are you insured?
Yes. We are fully insured, and we’ve been doing sealant work for more than 20 years.
Can you do several jobs on one visit?
Yes. More than one area can be quoted together.
How long will you be here?
A typical job takes anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows, including the preparation. We’ll confirm how long when we quote.
What information do you need?
Let us know what needs doing and where, plus photos if you have them. We’ll ask anything else we need to know.
Should I check with the council before work on a listed or conservation-area home?
Checking first is sensible. Ask your local planning authority whether consent is needed for listed or conservation-area properties.
Can you seal over the old sealant?
No. Fresh sealant doesn’t stick to old sealant, and anything trapped underneath, including mould and water, stays there. We remove it all first.
When something else is needed
In fairness, there are a few things sealant will not fix:
- Putty and glazing repairs
- Sash cords, weights and draught-proofing of the sashes
- Decisions on consent for listed homes
If in doubt, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will say what we think before booking.
Surfaces we seal
- Brick reveals
- Sash and case windows
- Timber door frames
- Stone surrounds
- Period & listed homes
- Tenement windows
Windows and doors in Dunkeld
Sash and case windows are common in older Scottish homes, and the joint between the box frame and the stone or render is traditionally pointed with sand mastic. Under the Repairing Standard, private landlords in Scotland have to keep homes wind and watertight, and sound outside sealant is part of that.
Around Dunkeld, as everywhere, sand mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Dunkeld is about 10 miles west of Blairgowrie and Rattray, in Perth and Kinross. For sand mastic in and around Dunkeld, please drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk for a quick quote. We cover Perth and Kinross from our Crawley base. We cover 107 towns and villages across Perth and Kinross, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Dundee, about 24 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here for sand mastic: PH8. That includes homes and businesses on High Street, The Cross and St Ninian's Wynd. Other places close to Dunkeld include Little Dunkeld (1 mile south-east), Birnam (1 mile south-east), Inchmagrannachan (2 miles north-west), Dowally (4 miles north-west) and Middleton (4 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Perth (13 miles south-east), Blairgowrie and Rattray (10 miles east), Letham (12 miles south), Scone (12 miles south-east), Pitlochry (11 miles north-west) and Tulloch (11 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Dunkeld
In Dunkeld, that means homes and buildings near The Hermitage and Perth Arms Hotel, among other places. Dunkeld’s nearest station is Dunkeld & Birnam station, about 0.7 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Murthly Castle (3.3 miles south-east) and Scottish Horse Regimental Museum (within half a mile west). Not far away are Loch of Craiglush and Birnam Hill.
DIY sealant or a professional job?
Sealing over old silicone is the commonest DIY error. Silicone doesn’t stick to old silicone, so it lifts and traps water and mould underneath. Everything old must be removed first.
Some sealant jobs are within reach of a careful DIYer, like a short, easy-to-reach joint indoors. The common mistakes are sealing over old sealant, sealing a damp joint and using far too much.