Fife · Scotland
Star Sand Mastic
Problem with your window and door surrounds in Star? We remove the old material, prepare the joints and seal them properly, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
- Silicone on a period window that looks wrong
- Cement or filler used on old window joints that has cracked
- Mastic that needs renewing before redecorating
Different surfaces, different methods
Sash and case windows
The mastic round a sash window is on show, so a neat, even finish matters.
Period and listed homes
Many older homes were built with sand mastic round the windows. If your home is listed, ask your local planning authority about consent.
Sand mastic in Star, done properly
Across Star, we renew sand mastic around sash and case windows. Every joint is cleaned out and filled by hand, finished to suit the masonry. We work on timber door frames, brick reveals and period & listed homes, and people most often call us about silicone on a period window that looks wrong and weathered mastic on the most exposed windows.
Outdoor sealant needs a dry surface, so window work around Star is planned around the weather. Tell us about access to all the windows and doors, upstairs included.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something is not right with it in that time, tell us and we’ll put it right.
- Place
- Star (KY7)
- Wider area
- Fife
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Price
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Nearby places to Star
Other services in Star
Why it’s worth doing now in Star
New sash windows are a major, costly change, and in listed buildings it may need consent. If the frames are sound, renewing the mastic deals with gaps and draughts at the surround. In a place like Star, small leaks are easy to put off, but water behind a failed seal does the most damage when nobody’s watching.
Combining jobs into one visit is usually more efficient than separate visits. You will get one clear quote for the whole job.
What you get with us
- We never seal over old sealant
- We are fully insured
- Over 20 years’ experience
- We leave the area clean and tidy
See our cost guide and customer reviews.
Keeping the joints in good condition
No joint lasts for ever, but care makes a real difference. Our tips:
- Check the mastic when you check the paintwork
- Don’t run silicone over sand mastic
- Ask the planning authority about consent for listed or conservation-area homes
- Make sure water runs off the sill
Keep gutters and sills clear so water runs away from the surround. Constant wetting wears the mastic faster.
Good mastic helps keep the frame dry. Failed mastic lets water reach the timber, which can lead to rot.
FAQs for Star
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Markinch station?
Yes, we work for landlords and agents. You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with the address and a few details, and we will give you a fixed price before work begins.
Can you do sand mastic in Star?
Yes. We work across all of Scotland, and Star is part of that. You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and let us know what needs doing.
Which products do you use?
Each joint gets the product that suits it. Movement, water and weather all affect the choice.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it often makes sense. Doing several areas at once is usually more efficient, so mention them when you ask for a quote.
Is it possible to take out silicone and use sand mastic instead?
Yes, we do this often. All the old silicone is removed first so the mastic beds in well.
What’s sand mastic made of?
It’s a mix of sand and a linseed-oil-based binder. It’s built up in the joint by hand and shaped to suit the surround.
How much does sand mastic cost in Star?
There’s no set price, as it depends on the job: its size, the old material, access and the product needed. You will get a clear quote before any work starts.
Will the old sealant be removed?
Yes. Sealing over the old bead is the commonest cause of early failure, so we never do it.
What we do, step by step
Once we’re on site, we check the joints match what you told us. If anything is different, we explain it before carrying on. After that, the work takes a few hours for a single window, longer for several. Outdoor work around Star depends on the weather, as sealant needs a dry surface, so an outdoor job can move if the forecast changes. Indoor work goes ahead whatever the weather.
- First, we look at the surrounds with you and agree what needs doing.
- The loose and crumbling mastic is raked out and the joint cleaned.
- Deep voids are packed so the mastic is the right thickness.
- We mix the sand mastic and apply it by hand, shaping it to the joint.
- The finish is dressed so it sits neatly against the stone or brick.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any water getting in
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
- Let us know about parking restrictions
Getting a quote
Quotes start with a quick conversation. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is, and we will explain how we’d tackle it. Whenever you’re ready, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Advice
For landlords and businesses
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Tell us the address, the job and how access works and we’ll quote.
We also work for property managers and facilities teams. We can quote a run of properties together.
Star homes and the weather
Under the Repairing Standard, private landlords in Scotland have to keep homes wind and watertight, and sound outside sealant is part of that. Many older homes in Scotland have sash and case windows, often pointed into the wall with traditional sand mastic.
For landlords with property near Markinch station, older sash windows in a rental need their mastic kept sound to keep the weather out.
Star is about 3 miles north-east of Glenrothes, in Fife. If you need sand mastic in Star, please drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk for a quick quote. We’re based in Crawley and cover Fife. Across Fife, we cover 133 places, Star among them. We also work in Dundee, around 18 miles away.
All of KY7 is within our area for sand mastic. We cover properties on Bains Brae, East End and Braeview Crescent and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out sand mastic in Markinch (2 miles south-west), Kettlebridge (3 miles north), Cadham (3 miles south-west), Freuchie (3 miles north-west) and Kingskettle (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Kirkcaldy (7 miles south), Glenrothes (3 miles south-west), Leven (4 miles east), St Andrews (14 miles north-east), Cowdenbeath (12 miles south-west) and Dysart (6 miles south).
Near you in Star
Star’s nearest station is Markinch station, about 1.7 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Kingdom Shopping Centre (3.1 miles south-west) and Cameron Hospital (2.8 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include East Lomond.
Common problems we fix in Star
Decorating can disturb tired 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:
- Gaps between timber frames and stone or brick
- Old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out
- Cement or filler used on old window joints that has cracked
- Cracked mastic round a front door frame
In and around Star, as anywhere, good sand mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
What your quote should include
- Whether you can choose the colour
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
- What insurance they hold
- How hidden problems are handled
Quotes for sand mastic in Star
Every job gets its own quote. These are the things that affect it:
- The number and length of the joints
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
- The type of sealant required
Every job is a little different, so each one gets its own quote. The number of joints, how easy they are to reach and the sealant needed all make a difference.
What we need to know
When you call or email, it’s useful to know:
- The address or postcode of the job
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- If someone has resealed it before
Want a quote for sand mastic? Please email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details. You’ll know what we plan to do, and what it will cost, before any work begins.