Perth and Kinross · Scotland
Old Blair Sand Mastic
Window and door surrounds in Old Blair need attention? We cut out the old, prepare the joints and apply the right sealant, with a one-year guarantee.
- Window mastic to renew ahead of painting
- Cement or filler used on old window joints that has cracked
- Gaps between timber frames and stone or brick
Sand mastic in Old Blair
Sand mastic has long been used to fill the joint between timber frames and masonry. 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. We work on brick reveals, tenement windows and stone surrounds, and common reasons people get in touch are old cement repairs round a window that have failed and gaps where the frame meets the masonry.
In and around a place like Old Blair, homes range from older stone-built cottages to newer houses. Exposed frames and sills take the full force of wind-driven rain, so the mastic there works hard.
We guarantee the work for a year. If something is not right with it in that time, tell us and we’ll put it right.
- Location
- Old Blair (PH18)
- Wider area
- Perth and Kinross
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
How the job changes by surface
Brick reveals
Sand mastic is also used where timber frames meet brick. It gives a traditional finish.
Timber door frames
Sand mastic is used round timber door frames too. We renew it the same way as on windows.
What happens if it’s left?
Filling over old, loose mastic does not last. Raking out and preparing the joint gives it a sound base so the new mastic stays put. Exposed walls in smaller Scottish places take a lot of wind and rain, and damp in stone or harled walls takes a long time to dry once water gets behind a joint.
The cost depends on the amount of work, how much old material has to come out and access to the work. You will have a clear quote before any work starts.
Why book with us
- A 12-month guarantee on all work
- Sanitary silicone with an anti-fungal additive in wet areas
- We never seal over old sealant
- 4.9 on Google from 180+ five-star reviews
Take a look at how sealant jobs are priced and what customers say.
The process
All our tools and materials come with us in the van, so there’s nothing for you to buy. Once we have agreed what’s being done, the area is protected and the work begins. It normally takes anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows. Around Old Blair, distance and access matter more than parking. Let us know how to find you and how to reach the joints, and the visit is planned around that.
- We check each window surround and the condition of the joint.
- We rake out the old mastic and clean the joint.
- We fill deep gaps so the new mastic isn’t too thick.
- We point the joint with sand mastic by hand.
- The finish is dressed neatly.
Before we arrive
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
- Let us know about parking restrictions
- Where the joints are inside, avoid wetting them before we arrive
Ask for a quote
Asking for a quote is easy: let us know the job and the location. A few pictures by email make the job easier to understand, and we’ll take it from there.
Related advice
Landlord and commercial work in Old Blair
A neglected joint can let water reach the structure, which matters even more when someone else lives there. Resealing at the right time is simple maintenance that we can handle for you.
We work for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. Sealant work between tenants keeps a property looking cared for.
Old Blair questions
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Blair Atholl station?
Yes. We work for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. Just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with the address and what needs doing, and we’ll send you a clear quote.
Do you cover Old Blair for sand mastic?
Yes. We work across all of Scotland, and Old Blair is part of that. You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing.
Is it possible to paint over sand mastic?
The usual advice is to leave sand mastic unpainted. Ask us before you decorate around it and we’ll advise.
How much does sand mastic cost in Old Blair?
We don’t publish prices, because the cost depends on the job: its size, the old material, access and the product needed. We agree the price before any work begins.
Where is Mr Mastic based?
We work from Crawley. We cover Old Blair and the rest of Perth and Kinross, along with the rest of our area.
Can I do it myself?
It depends on the job. Work at height, movement joints, fire-rated gaps and large areas are best left to a professional, while a short indoor joint may be within reach.
Do you guarantee sand mastic work?
There’s a 12-month guarantee on every job, sand mastic included.
Are you ARBOMaster approved?
Yes. We are approved under the ARBOMaster scheme, which is run for the Arbo sealant brand.
Honest limits
Sealant isn’t the answer to every problem, and we’d rather say so up front. It will not solve:
- Decayed frames that need repair
- Crumbling stone or brickwork round the window
- Planning or listed building consent (your local planning authority decides)
Not sure which it is? You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Surfaces we seal
- Sash and case windows
- Period & listed homes
- Brick reveals
- Timber door frames
- Stone surrounds
- Tenement windows
Windows and doors in Old Blair
Under the Repairing Standard, private landlords in Scotland have to keep homes wind and watertight, and sound outside sealant is part of that. Sash and case windows are common in older Scottish homes, and the joint between the box frame and the stone or render is traditionally pointed with sand mastic.
For landlords with property near Blair Atholl station, cracked sand mastic around sash windows lets in the draughts tenants complain about.
Old Blair is about 23 miles north-west of Blairgowrie and Rattray, in Perth and Kinross. Whether you’re in the middle of Old Blair or further out, sand mastic is available for homes and businesses alike, from flats and houses to offices and hotels. Our area takes in 107 places across Perth and Kinross. We also work in Dundee, about 39 miles from Old Blair.
Postcode districts we cover here for sand mastic: PH18. We also cover Bridge of Tilt (1 mile east), Blair Atholl (1 mile east), Old Struan (4 miles west), Moulin (6 miles south-east) and Pitlochry (7 miles south-east). For island and remote addresses, a little more planning is needed, so let us know when you get in touch.
Near you in Old Blair
The nearest railway station is Blair Atholl station, about 0.5 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Atholl Country Life Museum (0.5 miles south-east) and Blair Castle (within half a mile north). Not far away are Loch Moraig and Creag Odhar.
When to call us in Old Blair
Paint, silicone or cement used over old mastic causes problems. They don’t suit the joint and we normally remove them.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Gaps where the frame meets the masonry
- Old cement repairs round a window that have failed
- Crumbling sand mastic round a window
- Cracked mastic round a front door frame
In and around Old Blair, as anywhere, good sand mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
What to look for in a quote
- What preparation is included
- What happens if the job turns out different
- What product goes in the joint
- What the cure time is
DIY sealant or a professional job?
A careful DIYer can reseal a simple joint, such as a straightforward joint indoors. The common mistakes are sealing over old sealant, sealing a damp joint and using far too much.
The difference is mostly in the preparation and the product. Joints are cleaned back to sound surfaces and dried, and the sealant is chosen for how the joint moves and where it is, and the work is guaranteed for a year.