West Sussex · England
Maudlin Sand Mastic
Problem with your window and door surrounds in Maudlin? We remove the old material, prepare the joints and seal them properly.
- Crumbling sand mastic round a window
- Failed mastic on an exposed elevation
- Cracked mastic round a front door frame
Why act early in Maudlin
New sash windows are a major, costly change, and in listed buildings it may need consent. If the frames are sound, renewing the mastic deals with gaps and draughts at the surround. Older cottages and farmhouses around Maudlin can have timber floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.
A failed joint rarely gets cheaper to fix by waiting. If you are not sure whether it needs doing, call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we will give you an honest view and a quote.
Why book with us
- Any old sealant cut out fully, not covered over
- Experience in homes, commercial sites and hotels
- Every job guaranteed for a year
- Approved under the ARBOMaster scheme
How we handle sand mastic in Maudlin
Sand mastic is the traditional way to point the gap between a timber window frame and the stone or brick around it. It’s a mix of sand and a linseed-oil-based binder, applied by hand. On period homes, it looks right where silicone wouldn’t. If you’re dealing with gaps round a timber door in stone or brick and old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out, we can help.
Around Maudlin, many homes face open ground, so their windows and doors take the full weather. Exposed frames and sills lose their mastic sooner than sheltered ones.
You are covered for a year from the day we finish. If there’s a problem with it, please phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
- Where
- Maudlin (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Price
- Quoted before any work starts
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What we cannot put right
We’d rather tell you now than do work that won’t last, so here’s what sealant can’t put right:
- Masonry that needs repairing
- Timber that has rotted
- Sashes that rattle, stick or won’t open
If in doubt, phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Surfaces we seal
- Tenement windows
- Brick reveals
- Stone surrounds
- Sash and case windows
- Timber door frames
- Period & listed homes
What affects the cost of sand mastic
We quote each job individually. These are the things that affect it:
- Working hours on commercial sites
- The old material and how stubborn it is
- Which sealant suits the joint
- The amount of work
We do not show prices on the website, because each job is priced on what it involves. For a quick quote, please ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
What to tell us for a quote
What to tell us when you ask for a quote:
- The type of property
- Photos by email, if that is easy
- Roughly how big the job is
- How we’d reach the joints
It all starts with a short chat. Describe the problem, the location and the size of the job. Whenever you’re ready, ring 0345 464 0079 or email us.
The process
We bring everything the job needs with us, so there’s nothing for you to buy. After a quick look at the joints together, the area is protected and the work begins. It normally takes a few hours for a single window, longer for several. Somewhere like Maudlin needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. We bring what the job needs, so it can be finished in one trip where possible.
- 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.
- We point the joint with sand mastic by hand.
- The finish is dressed neatly.
Preparing for the visit
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
- For indoor joints, keep the area dry beforehand if you can
- Mention any tricky access
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us what needs doing and where, and roughly how big it is. Photos by email help us understand the job, and we will come back to you with a quote.
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What we are called out for in Maudlin
Timber frames move with the seasons. The movement cracks the mastic over time.
The most common problems we see are:
- Failed mastic on an exposed elevation
- Modern sealant on a period surround
- Mastic dropping out of the joint
- Gaps between timber frames and stone or brick
Homes close to The Parish Church of St Peter include some older properties, and the windows may be timber, sash or later replacements, and each needs the right sealant against the wall.
Comparing quotes
- Whether the sealant suits the joint
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
- How the joint is cleaned and prepared
- Are they insured?
Frames and glazing around Maudlin
Historic houses like Goodwood House (about 1.5 miles north) are a reminder that the area around Maudlin has older buildings as well as new. In older buildings, 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.
Letting a property close to Chichester station? Then any sash windows need sound mastic to keep draughts and rain out. Managing a site like The March CofE Primary School? Then the mastic around its windows and doors needs looking after like any other building’s.
Maudlin is about 2 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. If you need sand mastic in Maudlin, it’s easy to get a quote: please phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email. We’re based in Crawley and cover West Sussex. We cover 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Portsmouth page covers work nearby, about 15 miles away.
We work across the PO18 postcode area for sand mastic. We cover properties on Augustus Way, Vespasian Close and Stane Street and the roads around them. Close by, we work in Westhampnett (1 mile west), Shopwyke (1 mile south), Westerton (1 mile north), Strettington (1 mile north-east) and Waterbeach (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (8 miles south), Littlehampton (10 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles west) and Rustington (11 miles east).
What’s near Maudlin
In Maudlin, that means homes and buildings near Chichester High School For Girls, The Coach And Horses Public House and Westbourne House School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Chichester station, about 2.1 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Chichester Castle (1.6 miles south-west) and The Chichester City Museum (1.7 miles south-west). The countryside around Maudlin includes Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Levin Down.
Common questions in Maudlin
Can you do sand mastic in Maudlin?
Yes, Maudlin is within the area we cover. Our work covers London and the South East. Just call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with a few details of the job.
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Chichester station?
Yes, we work for landlords and letting agents. You can phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll give you a fixed price before any work starts.
Should I use sand mastic or silicone?
That depends on your windows. Period windows in stone or brick normally suit sand mastic, while modern frames normally get a flexible sealant.
How long will you be here?
It depends on the size of the job, but as a guide it takes a few hours for a single window, longer for several. We’ll tell you when we quote.
Is the work guaranteed?
All our work has a 12-month guarantee, and we are fully insured.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Several rooms, windows or areas can go on one quote.
Is it possible to take out silicone and use sand mastic instead?
In most cases. We remove the silicone and clean the joint, then point it with sand mastic.
What sealant do you use?
It depends on the joint: anti-fungal sanitary silicone in wet areas, and other sealants where joints move or face the weather. Brands we use include Arbo and Everbuild.
What the job involves on each surface
Brick reveals
Sand mastic is also used where timber frames meet brick. It gives a traditional finish.
Sash and case windows
The mastic round a sash window is on show so we finish it carefully.
Keeping the joints in good condition
So the new joints stay in good condition:
- Have rotten timber repaired before new mastic goes in
- Leave the new mastic unpainted
- Go gently near the mastic when preparing windows
- Do not run silicone over sand mastic
Keep paint scrapers and sanders off the mastic when redecorating. Hard scraping can loosen it.
Renewing mastic before redecorating saves doing it twice. Paint over cracked mastic only covers it up.