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Sand Mastic in Old Wives Lees
Sand mastic for Old Wives Lees, by sealant specialists with 20+ years’ experience. Rated 4.9 on Google from 180+ five-star reviews.
- Window mastic to renew ahead of painting
- Silicone on a period window that looks wrong
- Weathered mastic on the most exposed windows
How we handle sand mastic in Old Wives Lees
We work across Old Wives Lees renewing sand mastic on sash windows and doors. Every joint is cleaned out and filled by hand, finished to suit the masonry. We work on tenement windows, brick reveals and stone surrounds, and common reasons people get in touch are tired mastic found when preparing windows for paint and gaps where the frame meets the masonry.
Somewhere as small as Old Wives Lees, older homes often have timber frames set in stone or brickwork. Not every older frame suits a modern silicone bead, and sometimes a traditional sand mastic is the better choice.
Big or small, you get the same one-year guarantee in Old Wives Lees and across Kent.
- Location
- Old Wives Lees (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Price
- A clear price before any work starts
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
How the visit works
Once we are on site, we compare the joints with what we discussed. If anything is different, we explain it before carrying on. Most jobs then take anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows. Somewhere as small as Old Wives Lees, access is often the only tricky part. For outside work, also let us know about exposed walls and any outbuildings involved.
- 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.
- We apply the mastic by hand and shape it.
- We dress the finish so it sits neatly against the masonry.
Getting ready for the visit
- For indoor joints, keep the area dry beforehand if you can
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
- Tell us about any water getting in
How to get a quote
A good description makes for an accurate quote. Let us know the location, the problem and roughly how many joints, and add pictures by email if you can.
Advice
When to call us in Old Wives Lees
Scraping and sanding before painting can loosen old mastic. It’s often found when windows are being prepared for paint, which is a good time to renew it.
Most people get in touch when they notice something like this:
- Cement or filler used on old window joints that has cracked
- Silicone on a period window that looks wrong
- Mastic dropping out of the joint
- Tired mastic found when preparing windows for paint
In the older streets around Church of St Mary, replacement windows fitted into old openings often leave uneven gaps that need backing and a flexible joint.
Comparing quotes
- What insurance they hold
- How the joint is cleaned and prepared
- How much experience the applicator has
- How the colour is chosen
Honest limits
Honest advice matters more to us than a booking, so here’s what sealant can’t fix:
- Damaged stone surrounds
- Planning or listed building consent (your local planning authority decides)
- Rotten sashes, sills or window boxes (a joiner’s job)
If you are not sure, just call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
What we seal
- Stone surrounds
- Sash and case windows
- Timber door frames
- Brick reveals
- Tenement windows
- Period & listed homes
What affects the quote in Old Wives Lees
The price is agreed before any work begins. It’s based on:
- The size of the job
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- Any mould that needs treating
- The old material and how stubborn it is
Every job is a little different, so each one gets its own quote. Size, access and the product the joint needs all play a part.
What we need to know
You do not need to know the technical terms. Just tell us:
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- Any access issues, like height or stairs
We quote each job on its own. Simply ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and describe the job.
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Old Wives Lees homes and the weather
Rainfall in the South East is lower than in much of the UK, though outdoor sealant still has to go onto a dry joint, so the forecast decides the day.
Rented homes near Chilham station change hands often, and cracked sand mastic around sash windows lets in the draughts tenants complain about.
Old Wives Lees is about 5 miles west of Canterbury, in Kent. Every kind of property in Old Wives Lees is covered for sand mastic. Every job comes with our 12-month guarantee. 922 places in Kent are on our list, large and small. For nearby work, see our Chelmsford page, about 39 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here for sand mastic: CT4. If you need sand mastic at a property on Cherry Orchard, Cobbs Hill and Green Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Old Wives Lees include Chilham (1 mile south), Mountain Street (1 mile south), Oversland (2 miles north), Neames Forstal (2 miles north-west) and Shottenden (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (9 miles south-west), Canterbury (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north-west), Folkestone (15 miles south-east), Whitstable (7 miles north) and Faversham (5 miles north-west).
Near you in Old Wives Lees
In Old Wives Lees, that means homes and buildings near Broadham Down and The Star Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Old Wives Lees is Chilham station, about 0.8 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Chilham Castle (0.9 miles south-west) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (5.1 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
What the job involves on each surface
Brick reveals
Sand mastic is also used where timber frames meet brick. It gives a traditional finish.
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.
Aftercare tips
Good habits help new joints last longer. A few tips:
- Keep sills and gutters clear so water drains away
- Check the mastic when you check the paintwork
- Find out about consent before window work on a listed home
- Avoid heavy scraping on the mastic joint
Avoid painting over the new mastic, as traditional guidance advises. Ask us before any decorating around it.
Good mastic helps keep the frame dry. Failed mastic lets water reach the timber and timber that stays wet can rot.
Common questions in Old Wives Lees
Do you cover smaller places like Old Wives Lees?
Yes, we do. We work across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you cover Old Wives Lees for sand mastic?
Yes, Old Wives Lees is within the area we cover. We work across London and the South East. You can phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and tell us what needs doing, and we’ll give you a clear price.
What do you put in the joint?
Quality sealants from brands including Arbo and Everbuild, picked for each joint. We’ll tell you what we’re using and why.
Do you work for letting agents?
Yes. We work in homes, commercial premises and hotels, and we are fully insured.
Is it possible to take out silicone and use sand mastic instead?
Generally, yes. Once the silicone is out and the joint prepared, sand mastic is applied by hand.
Is it OK to seal over old sealant?
No, and we never do. It may look fine at first, but the new layer lifts away from the old one. The old sealant has to come out completely.
Will the old sealant be removed?
Yes, always, and completely. New silicone does not stick to old silicone, so the joint is cleaned back first.
What information do you need?
A short description and the location. If we need more, we’ll ask.
Why act early in Old Wives Lees
If you’re redecorating, renew the mastic first. Paint over cracked mastic won’t stop the gaps, and the new mastic is traditionally left unpainted. Where a wall is exposed, as many are in small places like Old Wives Lees, wind-driven rain gets into any failed joint, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Rather than a set price list, we look at what your job involves: how many joints, what’s in them now and how we reach them. You will know the price before we begin.
Why book with us
- Quality sealants from Arbo and Everbuild
- Full insurance on every job
- Any old sealant cut out fully, not covered over
- Homes, businesses and hotels
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