Edinburgh · Scotland
Saughton Sand Mastic
Traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick for homes and businesses in Saughton and across Edinburgh. ARBOMaster approved applicators, fully insured, with a 12-month guarantee.
- Gaps round a timber door in stone or brick
- Weathered mastic on the most exposed windows
- Old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out
Surface by surface
Period and listed homes
Period homes look their best with traditional materials, and sand mastic is one of them.
Tenement and terrace windows
In shared buildings, the windows may be part of a wider repair, so check who is responsible first.
Sand mastic in Saughton, done properly
Sand mastic suits most period window surrounds. On modern frames we’d normally use a flexible sealant, and we’ll talk through which suits your home. We are often asked to deal with mastic round period door frames that has failed and a silicone bead on a sash window that spoils the look, on brick reveals, period & listed homes and sash and case windows.
Older stone-built tenements in Scotland’s cities were built with sash and case windows, though many have since been replaced. In Saughton, as anywhere, the mastic between frame and wall is what stops draughts and rain getting in.
You are covered for a year from the day we finish. If anything isn’t right with it, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
- Place
- Saughton (EH11, EH14, EH12)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Price
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Looking after it afterwards
Good habits help new joints last longer. A few tips:
- Check with your local planning authority if your home is listed
- Ask a joiner to look at soft timber first
- Check the mastic when you check the paintwork
- Do not paint over the new mastic
Do not run silicone over the new mastic. If you see a crack, ask us to take a look rather than patching it.
Crumbling mastic lets rain into the joint. That water can reach the timber frame and the wall, so renewing it early is worth it.
What happens on the day
Our applicators work methodically: protect, prepare, seal, tidy. Typically it takes a few hours per window, depending on the condition of the joints, and the area is left clean. In a city area like Saughton, parking may be by permit or pay-and-display, so tell us what’s nearby. For flats, mention the door entry system and any shared-stair arrangements.
- First we agree which joints need doing.
- We remove the old, loose mastic.
- We pack any deep voids first.
- The sand mastic is mixed and pressed into the joint by hand.
- We dress the finish so it sits neatly against the masonry.
Before we arrive
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
- Tell us about access, such as stairs, a lift or high-level joints
- Clear the area around the work
Ask for a quote
There’s no standard price list, as no two jobs are quite the same. Instead, your job gets its own clear quote. To get started, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Advice
Your questions about sand mastic in Saughton
Do you cover Saughton for sand mastic?
Yes, Saughton is within the area we cover. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. Just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job.
How do repairs to the shared parts of a tenement in Saughton get organised?
The owners of the flats normally agree repairs to shared parts like the roof and outside walls, and many buildings have a factor to arrange it. Where the title deeds are silent, the Tenements (Scotland) Act 2004 fills the gaps. Your title deeds will say who owns the windows.
Is it possible to paint over sand mastic?
Sand mastic is normally left unpainted, as guidance on traditional windows advises. Ask us before decorating.
Are you insured?
Yes, we are fully insured for domestic and commercial work.
Which is right for my windows, sand mastic or modern sealant?
That depends on your windows. Period windows in stone or brick normally suit sand mastic and newer frames generally get a flexible sealant.
Is there any odour?
There can be a smell while the sealant cures, which fades as it sets. Ventilation helps.
Will the old sealant be removed?
Yes. All of the old material is cut out and the joint cleaned before applying anything new.
Can tenants book the work?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Windows and doors in Saughton
With historic houses such as Caroline Park (about 3.8 miles north) nearby, there’s older building stock in the area around Saughton 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. Edinburgh’s Old and New Towns are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Georgian New Town is known for its sash windows. If a home is listed or in a conservation area, it’s worth checking with the council before changing the look of windows or walls.
For landlords with property near Kingsknowe station, cracked sand mastic around sash windows lets in the draughts tenants complain about. If you look after a building such as Forrester High School, larger buildings have plenty of frames, and the mastic around each one ages.
Saughton is about 3 miles west of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. If you need sand mastic in Saughton, please send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk for a quick quote. We are based in Crawley and cover Edinburgh, Saughton included. Saughton is one of 175 towns and villages in Edinburgh we cover.
Here we cover the EH11, EH14 and EH12 postcode area for sand mastic. If you need sand mastic at a property on Saughton Road, Longstone Road and Stenhouse Road or a nearby road, our applicators can take on the job. You will find Saughton on the A71, which makes it straightforward to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for sand mastic include Stenhouse (1 mile north-east), Carrick Knowe (1 mile north), Broomhouse (1 mile west), Parkhead (1 mile south-east) and Longstone (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Edinburgh (3 miles east), Leith (5 miles north-east), Bonnington (4 miles north-east), Greenside (4 miles north-east), Broughton (4 miles north-east) and Bellevue (4 miles north-east).
Near you in Saughton
Around Saughton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Merchiston Castle School, Saughton Park and Cross Keys Tavern. The closest station to Saughton is Kingsknowe station, about 0.7 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Gyle Shopping Centre (1.9 miles west) and Corstorphine Hospital (1 mile north). For a walk, there’s The New Leaf Co-op and Dunsapie Loch.
How we quote for sand mastic
Jobs vary more than people expect. The main factors:
- Which sealant suits the joint
- Any mould that needs treating
- How many areas need sealing
- The number and length of the joints
Commercial jobs are quoted on the same basis as homes: how much there is to do, how we reach it and what it needs, plus any working-time requirements on site. Ask us for a quote and we’ll explain what it covers.
What to tell us for a quote
What to tell us when you ask for a quote:
- Where the property is
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- A few photos by email, if you can
We quote each job on its own. Simply drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and describe the job and send photos if you have them.
Should I try it myself first?
If you’re set on DIY, put the effort into preparation: take out all the old sealant, make sure the joint is clean and dry, and give it the full cure time. If it fails, we can still redo it.
The difference is mostly in the preparation and the product. Joints are cleaned back to sound surfaces and dried, and the sealant is matched to the joint and its conditions.
Common problems we fix in Saughton
Timber frames move with the seasons. The movement cracks the mastic over time.
It’s worth asking for a quote if you see:
- Failed mastic on an exposed elevation
- Mastic round period door frames that has failed
- Mastic dropping out of the joint
- Tired mastic found when preparing windows for paint
Homes close to St Salvador's Episcopal Church include some older properties, and replacement windows fitted into old openings often leave uneven gaps that need backing and a flexible joint.
What to look for in a quote
- How long the guarantee is
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
- What the quote includes, VAT included or not
- How the surfaces are prepared before sealing
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When it is not the sealant
We will not take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Damaged stone surrounds
- Decisions on consent for listed homes
- Sash cords, weights and draught-proofing of the sashes
If you’re not sure, just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Surfaces we seal
- Timber door frames
- Tenement windows
- Period & listed homes
- Brick reveals
- Sash and case windows
- Stone surrounds