Highland · Scotland
Farr Sand Mastic
Professional sand mastic in and around Farr, with old sealant always removed completely and a 12-month guarantee.
- Gaps where the frame meets the masonry
- Draughty sash windows at the surround
- Gaps round a timber door in stone or brick
Sand mastic in Farr
Sand mastic skins over fairly quickly but full hardening takes longer. Traditional guidance is not to paint over it and we’ll advise if you are redecorating. We work on period & listed homes, stone surrounds and sash and case windows, and common reasons people get in touch are weathered mastic on the most exposed windows and silicone on a period window that looks wrong.
Mastic can only go onto a dry joint, so outside work in Farr depends on the weather, and longer journeys are planned in advance. Tell us about access to all the windows and doors, upstairs included.
Big or small, it’s backed by our 12-month guarantee.
- Place
- Farr (IV2)
- Wider area
- Highland
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Keeping the joints in good condition
So the new joints stay in good condition:
- Find out about consent before window work on a listed home
- Look over the window mastic once a year
- Plan mastic work ahead of painting
- Ask us before painting near the mastic
Leave the new mastic alone while it firms up. It forms a skin fairly soon, but takes longer to harden fully.
Renewing mastic before redecorating saves doing it twice. Paint over cracked mastic only covers it up.
When it is not the sealant
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what new sealant won’t do:
- Sashes that need overhauling
- Damaged stone surrounds
- Cracked or broken glass
If you’re not sure, just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we seal
- Sash and case windows
- Stone surrounds
- Brick reveals
- Tenement windows
- Timber door frames
- Period & listed homes
FAQs for Farr
Do you cover Farr for sand mastic?
Yes. We work across all of Scotland, and Farr is part of that. You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and let us know what needs doing, and we’ll give you a clear quote.
Is Farr within the area you cover?
Yes. Farr 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.
Will it make a mess?
No. We protect the surfaces around the joints, and we clear up the old sealant and our materials before we leave.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Yes, every time. New silicone does not stick to old silicone, so the joint is cleaned back first.
Can you work on commercial sites?
Yes. Commercial and hotel work is a large part of what we do, as well as homes. Working times can be discussed when we quote.
What guarantee comes with the work?
Our 12-month guarantee covers every job, sand mastic included.
Do I need to be at home?
If the work is inside, we need someone to let us in. Once we’ve agreed the job, you don’t need to watch us work.
Is there any odour?
Sometimes, a little. Any smell clears as the sealant cures, and ventilation helps.
What else we do in Farr
Windows and doors in Farr
Many older homes in Scotland have sash and case windows, often pointed into the wall with traditional sand mastic. Farr is in the west of Scotland, which is wetter than the east, which means the mastic around older windows and doors has to cope with a lot of rain.
For jobs in and around Farr, choosing the right material for each joint is as important as a tidy finish.
Farr is about 6 miles south of Inverness, in Highland. Homes, rented property, offices and hotels in Farr can book us for sand mastic, old or new, large or small. The work is guaranteed for a year. We cover 253 towns and villages across Highland, large and small. For nearby work, see our Dundee page.
Every address in IV2 is covered for sand mastic. Being close to the B851, Farr is easy for our applicators to reach. Nearby, we also carry out sand mastic in Milton of Leys (4 miles north), Slackbuie (4 miles north), Lochardil (5 miles north), Hilton (5 miles north) and Dores (6 miles west). Larger places within reach include Inverness (6 miles north), Cradlehall (7 miles north), Merkinch (7 miles north), Crown (6 miles north), Millburn (7 miles north) and Muir of Ord (14 miles north-west). For island and remote addresses, the job takes a little more planning, so mention it when you ask for a quote.
What’s near Farr
Nearby you’ll also find Leys Castle (3.7 miles north) and Raigmore Hospital (6 miles north). The countryside around Farr includes Loch Farr.
What affects the cost of sand mastic
The price is agreed before any work begins. It takes into account:
- Working hours on commercial sites
- The old material and how stubborn it is
- The size of the job
- The product the joint needs
A failed joint rarely gets cheaper to fix by waiting. If you are not sure whether it needs doing, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk for an honest opinion and a quote.
What to tell us for a quote
Photos by email are helpful but not essential. Try to tell us:
- Whether it has been sealed before
- How we’d reach the joints
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- A few photos by email, if you can
A good description makes for an accurate quote. Tell us where the job is, what’s wrong and how much there is.
When to call us in Farr
Scraping and sanding before painting can loosen old mastic. It’s often found when windows are being prepared for paint.
If you can see any of these, it’s time to have the joints looked at:
- Mastic worn away on windows facing the weather
- Cracked mastic round a front door frame
- Crumbling sand mastic round a window
- Draughty sash windows at the surround
In and around Farr, as anywhere, good sand mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
What to look for in a quote
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
- Whether the sealant suits the joint
- What the cure time is
- Are they insured?
The process
Once we’re on site, we compare the joints with what we discussed. If anything is different, we explain it before carrying on. Most jobs then take a few hours for a single window, longer for several. Somewhere like Farr may be a longer drive, and the journey is planned ahead. Tell us about tracks, gates, a ferry crossing or anything unusual about getting there.
- First we agree which joints need doing.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
- Clear the area around the work
- Where the joints are inside, avoid wetting them before we arrive
How to get a quote
For a quick quote, get us on the phone, or email us if that’s easier. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we will explain what’s involved before giving you a price.
Related advice
Landlord and commercial work in Farr
We also work for property managers and facilities teams in Farr and across Highland. We can quote a run of properties together, and we’re fully insured for the work.
Failed sealant is one of the commonest items on a check-out report. Several properties can go on one quote.
What the job involves on each surface
Timber door frames
Period doors in stone or brick openings are often pointed with sand mastic. The method is the same as for windows.
Period and listed homes
Many older homes were built with sand mastic round the windows. On listed buildings, check with your planning authority first.