Angus · Scotland
Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Lunanhead, Angus
Window and door surrounds in Lunanhead need attention? We cut out the old, prepare the joints and apply the right sealant, with a one-year guarantee.
- Old cement repairs round a window that have failed
- Mastic worn away on windows facing the weather
- Tired mastic found when preparing windows for paint
Surface by surface
Timber door frames
Door frames get knocked and soaked, so their mastic can fail sooner. It’s renewed by hand.
Sash and case windows
The mastic round a sash window is on show so we finish it carefully.
About our sand mastic in Lunanhead
A silicone bead around a sash window can look out of place and isn’t always the right material. Sand mastic is the traditional choice and we can swap the silicone for it. We work on sash and case windows, period & listed homes and stone surrounds, and common reasons people get in touch are mastic round period door frames that has failed and mastic dropping out of the joint.
In and around a place like Lunanhead, homes range from older stone-built cottages to newer houses. Wind-driven rain finds any gap around a frame or sill.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Where
- Lunanhead (DD8)
- Wider area
- Angus
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
When to call us in Lunanhead
Timber frames move with the seasons. That movement opens up the mastic joint little by little.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Silicone on a period window that looks wrong
- Cement or filler used on old window joints that has cracked
- Tired mastic found when preparing windows for paint
- Draughty sash windows at the surround
If you live in an older home near Lowson Memorial Church, frames set in older brick or stone need a sealant that suits the wall as well as the frame.
What your quote should include
- Whether they seal over old material or remove it
- Whether the sealant suits the joint
- What guarantee comes with the work
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
What affects the quote in Lunanhead
For a quick quote, just ask. What matters most is:
- Any working-time requirements on site
- The amount of work
- Any mould that needs treating
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
Doing several joints on one visit usually makes better use of the time than several visits, so it’s worth mentioning everything you’d like done. We’ll give you a clear quote for the lot.
Helping us quote
Photos by email are helpful but not essential. Please mention:
- The rough size of the job
- Any access issues, like height or stairs
- Photos by email, if that’s easy
- Where the job is, and your postcode
For sand mastic in Lunanhead, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk. A short description of the job and where it is helps us quote, and we will agree the price before any work begins.
What we do, step by step
Before we leave, we go over the finished joints with you. The visit itself generally takes anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows, depending on the size of the job. Around Lunanhead, distance and access matter more than parking. Let us know how to find you and how to reach the joints.
- First we agree which joints need doing.
- We remove the old, loose mastic.
- Deep gaps are packed so the mastic sits at the right depth.
- We apply the mastic by hand and shape it.
- We dress the finish so it sits neatly against the masonry.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
- Clear items away from the joints we are working on
- Let us know about parking restrictions
How to get a quote
We quote each job on its own, so the first step is telling us about yours. Simply email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and describe the job and send pictures if you have them.
Advice
Questions from Lunanhead
Is sand mastic in Lunanhead guaranteed?
All our work, in Lunanhead and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We’re fully insured, and an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
Do you cover Lunanhead for sand mastic?
Yes. We work across all of Scotland, and Lunanhead is part of that. You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and let us know what needs doing.
Is it worth trying it myself?
Some simple jobs can be done by a careful DIYer. The usual mistakes are sealing over old sealant, sealing a damp joint and using too much.
Do you work for hotels and businesses?
Yes. We’ve worked for hotels, offices and other businesses.
Are you ARBOMaster approved?
Yes. We are ARBOMaster approved, the scheme for applicators of Arbo sealants.
Does someone need to be in?
We need access to the joints, so we will agree that with you when we book. Indoors, that usually means someone at home.
Can you match the sealant colour?
In most cases you can choose. We’ll explain which colours are available.
Is it possible to take out silicone and use sand mastic instead?
In most cases. The silicone is cut out and the joint cleaned before the sand mastic goes in.
What else we do in Lunanhead
Why act early in Lunanhead
Filling over old, loose mastic does not last. We remove the loose material first so the new mastic stays put. Out of town in Scotland, exposed walls take a lot of weather, and once water gets behind a failed joint, damp in stone or harled walls is slow to dry out.
What you pay reflects the work, not a rough estimate. That is why we ask a few questions first and give you a clear price before work begins.
Why book with us
- Full insurance on every job
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Arbo and Everbuild products
- Neat joints and a tidy finish
Take a look at our cost guide and our reviews.
What we can’t put right
We’d rather tell you now than do work that won’t last, so here’s what sealant can’t put right:
- Cracked or broken glass
- Sashes that need overhauling
- Whether work needs listed building consent
Not sure which it is? You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Surfaces we seal
- Sash and case windows
- Period & listed homes
- Brick reveals
- Stone surrounds
- Tenement windows
- Timber door frames
How to look after the new joints
Joint life depends on how it’s used and looked after. Here’s what we suggest:
- Ask the planning authority about consent for listed or conservation-area homes
- Get any rot dealt with first
- Look over the window mastic once a year
- Keep modern sealant off the mastic
Do not run silicone over the new mastic. If you see a crack, ask us to take a look rather than patching it.
Sound mastic protects the frame. Failed mastic lets water reach the timber and timber that stays wet can rot.
What sand mastic looks like in Lunanhead
Sash and case windows are common in older Scottish homes, often pointed into the wall with traditional sand mastic. Under the Repairing Standard, private landlords in Scotland have to keep homes wind and watertight, and failed outside joints work against that.
Managing a site like Forfar Academy? Then its window and door frames need their mastic kept sound, just like a home’s.
Lunanhead is about 1 mile north-east of Forfar, in Angus. Whether you are in the middle of Lunanhead or further out, sand mastic is available for homes and businesses alike. Our area takes in 40 places across Angus, large and small. We also work in Dundee, around 14 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here for sand mastic: DD8. We cover properties on Carseview Terrace, Muirlands Court and Old Brechin Road. We also cover the places around Lunanhead: Forfar (1 mile south-west), Kingsmuir (2 miles south), Lownie Moor (2 miles south), Hillend (2 miles south) and Padanaram (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Arbroath (12 miles south-east), Carnoustie (12 miles south-east), Kirriemuir (6 miles west), Brechin (9 miles north-east), Hunter's Town (12 miles south-east) and Gardynebourg (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Lunanhead
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Guthrie Park and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Forfar Castle (1.5 miles south-west) and Meffan Museum and Art Gallery (1.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Lunanhead include Loch Fithie.