Perth and Kinross · Scotland
Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Spittal of Glenshee, Perth and Kinross
Our applicators work in Spittal of Glenshee on traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick. Old sealant removed completely, joints prepared properly and every job guaranteed for a year.
- Tired mastic found when preparing windows for paint
- Open joints round the window box
- Patchy fillers round a sash window
Sand mastic for homes and businesses in Spittal of Glenshee
On many period windows, sand mastic looks right and suits the building. Newer frames generally get a flexible sealant instead and we will explain which is best for yours. We work on timber door frames, period & listed homes and tenement windows, and people most often call us about wind and rain getting in round a sash window and old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out.
Many older Scottish homes still have timber windows set into stone walls. Those suit a traditional sand mastic or a neutral-cure sealant, not an acetoxy silicone that can attack some stone.
Your job is guaranteed for a year, as with all our work.
- Location
- Spittal of Glenshee (PH10)
- Region
- Perth and Kinross
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Can I do it myself?
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.
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.
Spittal of Glenshee homes and the weather
With historic houses such as Dirnanean House (about 4.9 miles south-west) nearby, there’s older building stock in the area around Spittal of Glenshee as well as newer homes. In older buildings, older timber frames in brick or stone need a different approach from a modern uPVC window. Private landlords in Scotland must meet the Repairing Standard, which includes keeping a home wind and watertight, and sound outside sealant is part of that.
If you live in an older home near Church, replacement windows fitted into old openings often leave uneven gaps that need backing and a flexible joint.
Spittal of Glenshee is about 16 miles north of Blairgowrie and Rattray, in Perth and Kinross. Homes, rented property, offices and hotels in Spittal of Glenshee can book us for sand mastic, old or new, large or small. Every job comes with our one-year guarantee. We cover 107 towns and villages across Perth and Kinross. There’s also a page for Dundee, roughly 30 miles from Spittal of Glenshee.
We work across the PH10 postcode area for sand mastic. If you are just outside Spittal of Glenshee, we cover Kirkmichael (7 miles south), Netherton (11 miles south), Bridge of Cally (12 miles south), Moulin (12 miles south-west) and Pitlochry (13 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Spittal of Glenshee
Other landmarks nearby include Dalnaglar Castle (4 miles south-east). Not far away are Loch Beanie.
What we do, step by step
Our applicators work methodically: protect, prepare, seal, tidy. For most jobs that takes anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows. Outdoor work around Spittal of Glenshee depends on the weather, as sealant needs a dry surface, so an outdoor job can move if the forecast changes. Work indoors is not affected.
- We check the window surrounds and agree which joints need renewing.
- Old, loose mastic is raked out and the joint cleaned.
- Large voids are packed out first, so the mastic isn’t too thick.
- The mastic is mixed, pressed into the joint by hand and shaped.
- We dress the surface so it sits neatly against the masonry.
Getting ready for the visit
- Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
- Tell us if parking is tricky
- Tell us about access, such as stairs, a lift or high-level joints
Ask for a quote
Quotes start with a quick conversation. Describe the problem, the location and the size of the job, and we’ll talk you through what we’d do. When it suits you, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk.
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FAQs for Spittal of Glenshee
Is Spittal of Glenshee in your area for sand mastic?
Yes, Spittal of Glenshee is within the area we cover. We work across all of Scotland. You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing, and we’ll send you a clear quote.
Will you come out to Spittal of Glenshee?
Yes. Spittal of Glenshee is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Are you an approved applicator?
Yes. We’re ARBOMaster approved, the scheme for applicators of Arbo sealants.
Are you insured?
Yes. We’re fully insured, with over 20 years’ experience in sealant work.
Can you match the sealant colour?
Yes. White, clear and grey are common, and other colours are available for many products, and we agree the colour with you before any work starts.
Which is right for my windows, sand mastic or modern sealant?
It depends on the window. Period windows in stone or brick usually suit sand mastic and newer frames usually get a flexible sealant.
Can you seal over the old sealant?
No, and we never do. It can look neat for a few weeks, but the new bead soon lifts. The old sealant has to come out completely.
Do I need permission for sand mastic on a listed building?
Yes, it’s worth checking. Ask your local planning authority whether consent is needed for listed or conservation-area properties.
Quotes for sand mastic in Spittal of Glenshee
You’ll get a clear quote before work begins. It’s based on:
- Which sealant suits the joint
- Access and height
- Working hours on commercial sites
- The number of rooms or windows
No two jobs are quite the same, so we quote each one individually. Size, access and the product the joint needs all make a difference.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical detail. Just tell us:
- The rough size of the job
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- The problem you’ve noticed
Need a quote? Please drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us about the job. We will explain what we’d do and give you a clear quote before any work starts.
Keeping the joints in good condition
Simple care keeps the joints in good condition. Our advice:
- Check the mastic when you check the paintwork
- Keep modern sealant off the mastic
- Make sure water runs off the sill
- Renew mastic before redecorating the windows
Keep paint scrapers and sanders off the mastic when redecorating. Hard scraping can loosen it.
An open joint round the box lets weather through. The longer it’s left, the more the joint opens.
Different surfaces, different methods
Period and listed homes
Sand mastic is the like-for-like choice for many period homes. If your home is listed, ask your local planning authority about consent.
Stone surrounds
We take care not to mark the stone while raking out the old mastic.
What we’re called out for in Spittal of Glenshee
Rain on the window surround works into any crack and pushes it out. Exposed elevations generally fail first.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- Wind and rain getting in round a sash window
- Patchy fillers round a sash window
- Mastic worn away on windows facing the weather
- Window mastic to renew ahead of painting
In and around Spittal of Glenshee, as anywhere, good sand mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
- How hidden problems are handled
- Whether the sealant suits the joint
- What the quote includes, VAT included or not
Why it’s worth doing now in Spittal of Glenshee
Before painting the windows, it pays to renew the mastic. Paint over cracked mastic won’t stop the gaps, and the new mastic is traditionally left unpainted. Exposed walls in smaller Scottish places take a lot of wind and rain, and once water gets behind a failed joint, damp in stone or harled walls is slow to dry out.
A failed joint rarely gets cheaper to fix by waiting, because water and mould keep working on it. If you’re not sure whether it needs doing, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk for an honest opinion and a quote.
Why Spittal of Glenshee clients choose us
- We’re fully insured
- An ARBOMaster approved applicator
- Trusted Arbo and Everbuild sealants
- We leave the area clean and tidy
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