Kent · England
Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Lyminge, Kent
Window and door surrounds in Lyminge need attention? We remove the old material, prepare the joints and seal them properly.
- Gaps where the frame meets the masonry
- Mastic that needs renewing before redecorating
- Wind and rain getting in round a sash window
About our sand mastic in Lyminge
A silicone bead around a sash window can look out of place and doesn’t suit the building. Sand mastic gives a finish that matches the age of the house and we can swap the silicone for it. If you are dealing with a silicone bead on a sash window that spoils the look and old cement repairs round a window that have failed, we can help, on period & listed homes, tenement windows and brick reveals alike.
In a village or hamlet like Lyminge, older cottages and farmhouses often have timber windows set in stone or brick. Not every older frame suits a modern silicone bead, and sometimes a traditional sand mastic is the better choice.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If there’s a problem with it, please call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email.
- Where
- Lyminge (CT18)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- Quoted before any work starts
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Lyminge homes and the weather
With historic houses such as Acrise Place (about 2.1 miles east) nearby, there’s older building stock in the area around Lyminge as well as newer homes. Where a home is older, older timber frames in brick or stone need a different approach from a modern uPVC window. The South East is one of the drier parts of the UK, yet outdoor joints still have to be sealed dry, so jobs are booked with the weather in mind.
Acrise Place, about 2.1 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Lyminge, and older homes nearby need a sealant that suits their walls. For landlords with property near Sandling station, older sash windows in a rental need their mastic kept sound to keep the weather out.
Lyminge is about 4 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. Every kind of property in Lyminge is covered for sand mastic, old or new, large or small. The work is guaranteed for a year. Our Kent coverage runs to 922 places, Lyminge among them. For nearby work, see our Chelmsford page (49 miles or so).
Every address in CT18 is covered for sand mastic. If you need sand mastic at a property on Church Road, Station Road and Silverlands Road or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Lyminge include Ottinge (1 mile north-east), Woodland (1 mile west), Skeete (1 mile west), Etchinghill (1 mile south) and Rhodes Minnis (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (10 miles west), Canterbury (10 miles north), Dover (9 miles east), Folkestone (5 miles south-east), Deal (15 miles north-east) and Hythe (4 miles south).
Around Lyminge
For rail, the closest station is Sandling station, roughly 2.8 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Saltwood Castle (3.3 miles south) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (2.5 miles south-east). Not far away are Tolsford Hill.
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Questions from Lyminge
Is Lyminge within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest places. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you cover Lyminge for sand mastic?
Yes, Lyminge is within the area we cover. We work across London and the South East. Just phone 0345 464 0079 or email us with a few details of the job, and we will send you a clear quote.
Do I need permission for sand mastic on a listed building?
Yes, it’s worth checking. Your local planning authority can say if consent is needed for listed or conservation-area properties.
Can you replace silicone on a period window with sand mastic?
In most cases. The silicone is cut out and the joint cleaned, then point it with sand mastic.
How much does sand mastic cost in Lyminge?
Size, access and the old material all affect the cost. Ask us for a quote.
Can you work on commercial sites?
Yes. We’ve worked for hotels, offices and other businesses and we are fully insured.
Can you quote for more than one area?
Yes, and it often makes sense. Combining jobs makes good use of the visit, so mention them when you ask for a quote.
Can sand mastic be painted?
Traditional guidance is not to paint over sand mastic. If you are redecorating the window, ask us first and we’ll talk you through it.
What happens if it’s left?
New sash windows are a major, costly change and on a listed home, consent may be needed. Where the frames are in good order, new mastic seals the surround. In a small place like Lyminge, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
The cost reflects the work involved, not guesswork. That’s why we ask about the job first.
Why us?
- One-year guarantee on every job
- Neat joints and a tidy finish
- 180+ five-star Google reviews
- Sanitary silicone with an anti-fungal additive in wet areas
Take a look at how sealant jobs are priced or what customers say.
What happens on the day
Most of a good job is in the preparation, and we don’t rush it. Every joint is cleaned and dried before new material goes in. In total, it generally takes a few hours per window, depending on the condition of the joints. In a small place like Lyminge, access is usually the main thing to plan. For outside work, also let us know about exposed walls and any outbuildings involved.
- Each surround is checked first.
- We rake out the old mastic and clean the joint.
- Large voids are packed out.
- New sand mastic is applied and shaped by hand.
- The finish is dressed neatly.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
- Let us know about parking restrictions
- Clear the area around the work
Ask for a quote
We quote each job on its own. Just call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with the details.
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When to call us in Lyminge
Scraping and sanding before painting can loosen old mastic. It’s often found when windows are being prepared for paint.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- A silicone bead on a sash window that spoils the look
- Draughty sash windows at the surround
- Mastic round period door frames that has failed
- Old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Lyminge Church of England Primary School, its window and door frames need their mastic kept sound, just like a home’s.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether they seal over old material or remove it
- When the joint can take water or movement
- How long the guarantee is
- Which colour the sealant will be
Surface by surface
Stone surrounds
We take care not to mark the stone when the old mastic comes out.
Tenement and terrace windows
Tenements and terraces often have many sash windows with ageing mastic. We work on single windows or whole elevations.
For landlords and businesses
Mouldy or split sealant often shows up at the end of a tenancy, and it’s quick to put right between tenancies. Several properties can go on one quote.
Landlords and letting agents in Lyminge can book us as well as householders. Resealing between tenancies is a simple way to keep a property in good order.
What affects the quote in Lyminge
You’ll get a clear quote before work begins. It takes into account:
- How easy the joints are to reach
- Any mould that needs treating
- When we can work, for business premises
- The number and length of the joints
Commercial jobs are quoted on the same basis as homes: the amount of work, the access and the products needed, along with when we can work on site. Ask us for a quote and we will explain what it covers.
What to tell us for a quote
You don’t need to know the technical terms. Just tell us:
- The rough size of the job
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- How we’d reach the joints
It all starts with a short chat. Describe the problem, the location and the size of the job, and we will explain how we’d tackle it. When it suits you, ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email.
How to look after the new joints
Looking after new joints is easy:
- Find out about consent before window work on a listed home
- Avoid patching sand mastic with silicone
- Plan mastic work ahead of painting
- Clear gutters so water doesn’t pour onto the windows
When preparing windows for paint, take care around the mastic. Hard scraping can loosen it.
Good mastic helps keep the frame dry. Failed mastic lets water reach the timber and timber that stays wet can rot.