Edinburgh · Scotland
Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Redford, Edinburgh
Specialist sand mastic for Redford: careful preparation, the right product and tidy work. Call for a quick quote.
- Silicone on a period window that looks wrong
- Draughty sash windows at the surround
- Cracked mastic round a front door frame
Sand mastic in Redford
Sand mastic does not last for ever and gaps open up round the frame. Renewing it closes the gap and tidies the surround. We work on tenement windows, sash and case windows and timber door frames, and common reasons people get in touch are old cement repairs round a window that have failed and silicone on a period window that looks wrong.
Older stone-built tenements in Scotland’s cities were built with sash and case windows, and plenty still have them. In Redford, as anywhere, the mastic between frame and wall is what stops draughts and rain getting in.
We stand behind the work with a 12-month guarantee.
- Location
- Redford (EH13, EH14, EH10)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quote
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Work for landlords, hotels and businesses
Letting agents and landlords in Redford can book us as well as householders. Resealing between tenancies is a simple way to keep a property in good order.
Whether it’s one flat or a portfolio, you get the same standard of work: old sealant fully removed, joints prepared properly and a 12-month guarantee.
Can I do it myself?
Sealing over old silicone is the commonest DIY error. Silicone doesn’t stick to old silicone, so it peels away and traps moisture behind it. Everything old must be removed first.
A careful DIYer can reseal a simple joint, such as a straightforward joint indoors. Where it goes wrong is sealing over the old bead, working on a wet joint or overloading the gap.
When it isn’t the sealant
We’d rather tell you now than do work that won’t last, so here’s what sealant cannot put right:
- Putty and glazing repairs
- Timber that has rotted
- Sash cords, weights and draught-proofing of the sashes
If in doubt, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Where we work in Redford
- Brick reveals
- Sash and case windows
- Timber door frames
- Period & listed homes
- Stone surrounds
- Tenement windows
Common questions in Redford
How do repairs to the shared parts of a tenement in Redford get organised?
The owners of the flats usually agree repairs to shared parts like the roof and outside walls, and many buildings have a factor to arrange it. The Tenements (Scotland) Act 2004 sets out how that works where the title deeds don’t. Windows often belong to the individual flat, but it’s worth checking your deeds.
Can you do sand mastic in Redford?
Yes, Redford is within the area we cover. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing.
Should I check with the council before work on a listed or conservation-area home?
Your local planning authority is the one to ask. They decide whether consent is needed for work to your windows.
What does sand mastic cost?
The cost depends on the size of the job, access and how much old sealant has to come out. Call for a quick quote and we’ll talk you through it.
Which products do you use?
Products from Arbo and Everbuild, among others, picked for each joint. We will tell you what we’re using and why.
How long will you be here?
Most jobs take a few hours for a single window, longer for several, including the preparation. Your quote will say how long we expect yours to take.
Can new sealant go over the old?
No, it won’t last. It may look fine at first, but the new bead soon lifts. Removing the old sealant completely is the only lasting way.
Can tenants book the work?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just make sure your landlord agrees.
What happens if it’s left?
A silicone bead can be quicker, but it can look wrong on a period surround. Sand mastic is the traditional material and finishes neatly against the masonry. Wind-driven rain gets into any failed joint on the outside of a city building, and in a tall building in Redford, damp can travel a long way before it shows.
Combining jobs into one visit is generally more efficient than separate visits, so tell us about everything that needs sealing. You will get one clear quote for the whole job.
What you get with us
- Sanitary silicone with an anti-fungal additive in wet areas
- 4.9 on Google from 180+ five-star reviews
- Tidy, careful work
- Domestic, commercial and hotel work
Read what affects the cost or what customers say.
What affects the quote in Redford
Call for a quick quote. What matters most is:
- How easy the joints are to reach
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- The size of the job
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
What it costs depends on the amount of work, how hard the old material is to remove and access to the work. You’ll have a clear quote before any work starts.
What to tell us for a quote
When you call or email, it’s useful to know:
- If someone has resealed it before
- If it’s domestic, commercial or a hotel
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
Quotes start with a quick conversation. Describe the problem, the location and the size of the job, and we will talk you through what we’d do. Whenever you’re ready, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk.
What we do, step by step
All our tools and materials come with us in the van. Once we have agreed what’s being done, the area is protected and the work begins. Most jobs take a few hours for a single window, longer for several. Inside a flat in Redford, the job is planned with you; outside, shared parts may need the factor or other owners involved. Tell us which applies when you book.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
- Mention any parking rules near the property
- Move anything stored near the joints
Get a quote
Need a quote? Please send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details. We will explain what we’d do and give you a clear quote before work begins.
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What we are called out for in Redford
Paint, silicone or cement used over old mastic causes problems. They don’t suit the joint, and they usually need raking out.
Look out for any of the following:
- Mastic round period door frames that has failed
- Old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out
- Tired mastic found when preparing windows for paint
- Cement or filler used on old window joints that has cracked
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Army School of Bagpipe Music and Highland Drumming, its window and door frames need their mastic kept sound, just like a home’s.
What to look for in a quote
- How the surfaces are prepared before sealing
- What insurance they hold
- What product goes in the joint
- When the joint can take water or movement
Windows and doors in Redford
The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with sash windows throughout the Georgian New Town. For listed homes and conservation areas, check with the council before changing how windows or walls look. The Tenements (Scotland) Act 2004 sets out how owners share the upkeep of common parts like the roof and outside walls, and many buildings use a factor to arrange it. Windows normally belong to the flat, but the title deeds have the final say.
Letting a property close to Kingsknowe station? Then cracked sand mastic around sash windows lets in the draughts tenants complain about. For an older house near a landmark such as St Johns Colinton Mains Church, the joint between an old wall and a newer frame is usually the first place rain gets in.
Redford is about 2 miles south-west of Merchiston, in Edinburgh. For sand mastic in and around Redford, it’s easy to get a quote: please send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk. We cover Edinburgh from our Crawley base, Redford included. Our Edinburgh coverage runs to 175 places, Redford among them.
Here we cover the EH13, EH14 and EH10 postcode area for sand mastic. You’ll find streets such as Redford Road, Patie's Road and Thorburn Road. With the A720 close by, Redford is easy for our applicators to reach. Other places close to Redford include Colinton (1 mile west), Colinton Mains (1 mile east), Firrhill (1 mile north-east), Oxgangs (1 mile east) and Greenbank (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Edinburgh (3 miles north-east), Leith (6 miles north-east), Bonnington (5 miles north-east), Greenside (4 miles north-east), Broughton (4 miles north-east) and Bellevue (4 miles north-east).
Near you in Redford
Around Redford, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Saughton Park and Firrhill High School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Kingsknowe station, about 1.2 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Craiglockhart Hydropathic (0.7 miles north) and War Poets Collection (2.2 miles north-west). Not far away are Craiglockhart Hill and The New Leaf Co-op.