Edinburgh · Scotland
Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Joppa, Edinburgh
Problem with your window and door surrounds in Joppa? We remove the old material, prepare the joints and seal them properly.
- Failed mastic on an exposed elevation
- Gaps where the frame meets the masonry
- Gaps round a timber door in stone or brick
Quotes for sand mastic in Joppa
We quote each job individually. This is what makes a difference:
- The amount of work
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- The number of rooms or windows
- Any working-time requirements on site
Every job is a little different, so each one gets its own quote. The number of joints, how easy they are to reach and the sealant needed all make a difference.
What to tell us for a quote
Photos by email are helpful but not essential. Please mention:
- The problem you’ve noticed
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- The rough size of the job
- The address or postcode of the job
Want a quote for sand mastic? Please send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details. We’ll explain what we’d do and give you a clear quote before work begins.
Sand mastic in Joppa, done properly
Sand mastic has long been used to fill the joint between timber frames and masonry. It’s made from sand and a linseed-oil-based binder, applied by hand. On older homes, it suits the building far better than silicone. Typical jobs include window mastic to renew ahead of painting and weathered mastic on the most exposed windows, across tenement windows, period & listed homes and stone surrounds.
Across smaller places in Scotland, homes range from stone and harled cottages to newer houses, many standing in the open. Wind-driven rain finds any gap around a frame or sill, so the mastic there works hard.
You’re covered for a year from the day we finish. If anything isn’t right with it, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
- Where
- Joppa (EH15)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Price
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
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The process
We work through the job in order: protect, prepare, seal, tidy. Typically it takes a few hours per window, depending on the condition of the joints and we leave things clean and tidy. In smaller Scottish places, parking is generally less of an issue than access and distance. Let us know how to find you and how to reach the joints.
- We look at the surrounds with you and agree the joints to renew.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
- Let us know about parking restrictions
Getting a quote
There’s no standard price list. Instead, your job gets its own clear quote. To get started, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Advice
Keeping the joints in good condition
Good habits help new joints last longer. Our tips:
- Renew mastic before redecorating the windows
- Get any rot dealt with first
- Look over the window mastic once a year
- Avoid patching sand mastic with silicone
Do not run silicone over the new mastic. If you see a crack, ask us to take a look before trying a quick fix.
Crumbling mastic lets rain into the joint. It can soak into the frame and the surrounding masonry so early renewal protects both.
Do you need sand mastic in Joppa?
Previous repairs in cement or silicone often trap water or crack away. They do not move with the timber, and they usually need raking out.
The problems people normally mention when they call are:
- Modern sealant on a period surround
- Mastic worn away on windows facing the weather
- Tired mastic found when preparing windows for paint
- Crumbling sand mastic round a window
Rented homes near Brunstane station change hands often, and any sash windows need sound mastic to keep draughts and rain out.
What your quote should include
- Whether the sealant suits the joint
- What preparation is included
- How hidden problems are handled
- How the colour is chosen
Sand mastic in Joppa: local notes
Joppa is within about 1 mile of the coast, and homes near the sea take more wind-driven rain, with salt in the air closer to the shore. That’s hard on the mastic around older windows and doors, especially on the side facing the sea. Sash and case windows are common in older Scottish homes, often pointed into the wall with traditional sand mastic.
Schools such as Portobello High School are buildings too, and its window and door frames need their mastic kept sound, just like a home’s. For an older house near a landmark such as St Philip's Parish Church, frames set in older brick or stone need a sealant that suits the wall as well as the frame.
Joppa is about 1 mile east of South Portobello, in Edinburgh. Joppa gets the same service as everywhere we cover: the old material taken out, joints prepared properly and a 12-month guarantee. Joppa is one of 175 places in Edinburgh we cover for sand mastic.
Our applicators cover all of the EH15 postcode area for sand mastic and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Joppa Road, Brunstane Road and Milton Road East or a nearby road, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out sand mastic in Eastfield (1 mile east), Newcraighall (1 mile south), Musselburgh (2 miles east), Shawfair (2 miles south) and Inveresk (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Edinburgh (4 miles west), Leith (4 miles north-west), Bonnington (4 miles north-west), Greenside (4 miles west), Broughton (4 miles west) and Bellevue (4 miles west).
What’s near Joppa
In Joppa, that means homes and buildings near Abercorn Park, Portobello Library and 47 Figgate Lane pub. The closest station to Joppa is Brunstane station, roughly 0.5 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Cameron Toll Shopping Centre (3.1 miles south-west) and Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh (2.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include The New Leaf Co-op and Duddingston Loch.
Questions from Joppa
Is Joppa within the area you cover?
Yes. Joppa is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work across all of Scotland. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Does living near the coast affect sand mastic in Joppa?
Coastal weather is harder on outside sealant: there’s more wind-driven rain and, closer to the shore, salt in the air. Choosing the right sealant for the frame and wall, laid at the right depth, helps it last.
Should I try DIY first?
That depends on the joint. High-level, external movement and fire-rated joints are professional jobs, while a short indoor joint may be within reach.
Where do you work from?
We’re a Crawley-based firm. Our area covers South East England, London and Scotland.
Is the work guaranteed?
There’s a 12-month guarantee on every job.
Do I need permission for sand mastic on a listed building?
Speak to your local planning authority before work starts. Like-for-like sand mastic is often the preferred finish but the decision is theirs.
Will the old sealant be removed?
Yes. Sealing over old sealant is the main reason resealing fails early, and it’s something we never do.
Does someone need to be in?
If the work is inside, we need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
When it isn’t the sealant
A few problems are outside what sealant work can do:
- Masonry that needs repairing
- Sash cords, weights and draught-proofing of the sashes
- Cracked or broken glass
If in doubt, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will say what we think.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Timber door frames
- Brick reveals
- Period & listed homes
- Sash and case windows
- Tenement windows
- Stone surrounds
Should I try it myself first?
If you do try it yourself, take your time over the preparation: take out all the old sealant, make sure the joint is clean and dry, and give it the full cure time. If it fails, we can still redo it.
A DIY attempt does not rule out a professional job. We remove it and do the joint properly.
What the job involves on each surface
Period and listed homes
Sand mastic is the like-for-like choice for many period homes. On listed buildings, check with your planning authority first.
Stone surrounds
Old stone surrounds are often uneven, so the joint varies in width. Sand mastic is shaped by hand to suit.