Edinburgh · Scotland
Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Ingliston, Edinburgh
Traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick for homes and businesses in Ingliston and across Edinburgh. Fully insured, ARBOMaster approved and guaranteed for a year.
- Weathered mastic on the most exposed windows
- A silicone bead on a sash window that spoils the look
- Cracked mastic round a front door frame
What sealant work can’t fix
To be straight with you, some problems need a different trade:
- Timber that has rotted
- Damaged stone surrounds
- Sashes that need overhauling
If you’re not sure, just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Tenement windows
- Timber door frames
- Stone surrounds
- Sash and case windows
- Brick reveals
- Period & listed homes
Sand mastic in Ingliston
Sand mastic does not last for ever and gaps open up round the frame. We rake it out and renew it so the surround looks right again. If you are dealing with mastic worn away on windows facing the weather and a silicone bead on a sash window that spoils the look, we can put it right, whatever the surface.
Mastic can only go onto a dry joint, so outside work in Ingliston depends on the weather. Let us know about access to every frame, including any upstairs.
All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Ingliston (EH28, EH12)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Quote
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Also near Ingliston
Also in Ingliston
How it works
A visit follows a simple pattern: we check the joints, mask and protect the surrounding surfaces, do the work and clear up. Most jobs take anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows. Outdoor work around Ingliston 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.
- We check each window surround and the condition of the joint.
- We rake out the old mastic and clean the joint.
- Large voids are packed out.
- New sand mastic is applied and shaped by hand.
- We finish the mastic to a tidy line.
Before we arrive
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
- Let us know about parking restrictions
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
Get a quote
There’s no standard price list, as no two jobs are quite the same. Instead, your job gets its own clear quote. To get started, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Advice
When to call us in Ingliston
Previous repairs in cement or silicone often trap water or crack away. They don’t move with the timber and we normally remove them.
If you can see any of these, it’s time to have the joints looked at:
- Gaps round a timber door in stone or brick
- Gaps where the frame meets the masonry
- A silicone bead on a sash window that spoils the look
- Failed mastic on an exposed elevation
Letting a property close to Edinburgh Gateway station? Then cracked sand mastic around sash windows lets in the draughts tenants complain about.
Comparing quotes
- Is VAT in the price?
- How hidden problems are handled
- When the joint can take water or movement
- What product goes in the joint
Common questions in Ingliston
Do you cover Ingliston for sand mastic?
Yes. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, and Ingliston is part of that. Just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job.
Will you come out to Ingliston?
Yes, we do. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, from towns to the smallest places. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Can landlords and businesses book you?
Yes, regularly. Several properties can go on one quote.
Will you leave a mess?
Not at all. The area is protected while we work and cleaned up afterwards.
Do you hold any approvals?
Yes. We are ARBOMaster approved, the scheme for applicators of Arbo sealants.
Do the sealants smell?
Some sealants have a smell while they cure, which fades as it sets. Opening a window helps.
How long does sand mastic take?
That depends on how much there is to do, but as a guide it takes a few hours per window, depending on the condition of the joints. We’ll tell you when we quote.
Can you replace silicone on a period window with sand mastic?
Yes, we do this often. The old silicone has to come out completely so the mastic beds in well.
DIY versus a professional finish
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.
If you’ve already had a go yourself, that is fine. We cut it out and start again, so just mention it when you contact us.
Aftercare tips
To keep the joints looking good and working properly:
- Plan mastic work ahead of painting
- Avoid heavy scraping on the mastic joint
- Check with your local planning authority if your home is listed
- Ask us before painting near the mastic
Don’t run silicone over the new mastic. If anything cracks, get it looked at before trying a quick fix.
Renewing mastic before redecorating saves doing it twice. Painting over failed mastic hides the problem for a while.
Quotes for sand mastic in Ingliston
Every job gets its own quote. These are the things that affect it:
- The type of sealant required
- How many areas need sealing
- The old material and how stubborn it is
- How easy the joints are to reach
Rather than a set price list, we look at what your job involves: how many joints, what’s in them now and how we reach them. You’ll know the price before we begin.
What we need to know
To help us quote quickly, please include:
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
- If someone has resealed it before
- The address or postcode of the job
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
Asking for a quote is easy: tell us what needs doing and where. Photos by email help us understand the job, and we’ll take it from there.
Sand mastic in Ingliston: local notes
The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with sash windows throughout the Georgian New Town. For listed homes and conservation areas, check with the council before changing how windows or walls look. Sash and case windows are common in older Scottish homes, often pointed into the wall with traditional sand mastic.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Craigmount High School, the mastic around its windows and doors needs looking after like any other building’s.
Ingliston is about 6 miles west of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Homes, rented property, offices and hotels in Ingliston is covered for sand mastic, old or new, large or small. Every job comes with our 12-month guarantee. Our area takes in 175 places across Edinburgh. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, roughly 6 miles from Ingliston.
Jobs for sand mastic in EH28 and EH12 works the same way as everywhere else we cover. Sand mastic is available to properties on Ingliston Road, Glasgow Road and Fairview Road. Nearby, we also carry out sand mastic in Ratho Station (1 mile west), Ratho (1 mile south), Gogar (1 mile east), Lennie (2 miles north-east) and West Craigs (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Edinburgh (6 miles east), Leith (8 miles east), Bonnington (8 miles east), Greenside (7 miles east), Broughton (7 miles east) and Bellevue (7 miles east).
What’s near Ingliston
In Ingliston, that means homes and buildings near The Turnhouse pub. The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Gateway station, roughly 1.8 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Linburn Centre (3.2 miles south-west) and ICE Scotland Museum (2.6 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Dundas Loch and Corstorphine Hill.
How the job changes by surface
Brick reveals
Brick reveals round timber windows are often pointed with sand mastic. It gives a traditional finish.
Stone surrounds
We take care not to mark the stone while raking out the old mastic.