Kent · England
Sand Mastic in Temple Ewell
Traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick in Temple Ewell, with a one-year guarantee on every job. Ask us for a quote.
- Mastic round period door frames that has failed
- Modern sealant on a period surround
- Gaps between timber frames and stone or brick
Sand mastic in Temple Ewell
We work across Temple Ewell renewing sand mastic on sash windows and doors. Each joint is raked out, prepared and pointed by hand for a neat, traditional finish. We work on period & listed homes, stone surrounds and tenement windows, and people most often call us about a silicone bead on a sash window that spoils the look and mastic dropping out of the joint.
Around Temple Ewell, many homes face open ground, so their windows and doors take the full weather. That exposure dries out and cracks the mastic around frames and sills faster.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months, in Temple Ewell and everywhere else we cover.
- Where
- Temple Ewell (CT16, CT17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Different surfaces, different methods
Tenement and terrace windows
Rows of sash windows on tenements and terraces often need renewing together. We work on single windows or whole elevations.
Timber door frames
Doors face weather and wear and the mastic can crack early. It’s renewed by hand.
How it works
Good joint work is mostly preparation, so that is where we spend the time. Every joint is cleaned and dried before new material goes in. All told, the work takes a few hours per window, depending on the condition of the joints. Somewhere like Temple Ewell needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. We bring what the job needs, so it can be finished in one trip where possible.
- Each surround is checked first.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
- Clear items away from the joints we’re working on
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
Get a quote
We don’t publish a price list, because every job is different. Instead, your job gets its own clear quote. To get started, call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
Related advice
What sealant work can’t fix
We’d rather tell you now than do work that will not last, so here’s what sealant can’t put right:
- Sashes that rattle, stick or will not open
- Putty and glazing repairs
- Masonry that needs repairing
If you are not sure, just call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer.
Where we work in Temple Ewell
- Timber door frames
- Tenement windows
- Brick reveals
- Stone surrounds
- Sash and case windows
- Period & listed homes
Your questions about sand mastic in Temple Ewell
Is Temple Ewell within the area you cover?
Yes. Temple Ewell is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our work covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Does living near the coast affect sand mastic in Temple Ewell?
Near the coast, wind-driven rain and, nearer the shore, salt air make outside sealant work harder. The right product, a clean joint and the right depth all help it cope.
Will you leave a mess?
Very little: the area around the joints is protected first, and we tidy up before we go.
Is it possible to take out silicone and use sand mastic instead?
Yes, it’s a common request. All the old silicone is removed first so the mastic can sit properly.
Are you insured?
Yes. Full insurance covers our work, and we can confirm the details when we quote.
Are you an approved applicator?
Yes. We are an ARBOMaster approved applicator, which is run for the Arbo sealant brand.
When will the new mastic be hard?
It skins over fairly quickly but takes longer to harden fully. We’ll explain what to expect before we leave.
What is sand mastic?
It’s the traditional filler for the joint round timber windows and doors. It’s made with sand and a linseed-oil-based binder.
How we quote for sand mastic
Every job gets its own quote. This is what makes a difference:
- Mould in or behind the old joints
- Whether the work is at height
- How much there is to do
- The number of rooms or windows
We do not show prices on the website, because each job is priced on what it involves. Call for a quick quote and we will talk you through it.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical detail. Just tell us:
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- A few pictures by email, if you can
- Whether it has been sealed before
- The address or postcode of the job
We quote each job on its own, so start by telling us what you need. Just call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the details.
Temple Ewell homes and the weather
Temple Ewell is close to the coast, where wind-driven rain is a fact of life and, nearer the shore, so is salt air. That is hard on the mastic around older windows and doors, especially on the side facing the sea. Compared with the north and west, the South East gets less rain, though outdoor sealant still has to go onto a dry joint, so the forecast decides the day.
Homes close to Church of St Peter and St Paul include some older properties, and frames set in older brick or stone need a sealant that suits the wall as well as the frame. Schools such as Temple Ewell Church of England Primary School are buildings too, and the mastic around its windows and doors needs looking after like any other building’s.
Temple Ewell is about 2 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. We provide sand mastic to homes and businesses in Temple Ewell and the surrounding area, as part of our work across Kent. We cover 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our Chelmsford page covers work nearby (53 miles or so).
Work in CT16 and CT17 is quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Park Road, Lower Road and Green Lane. Nearby, we also carry out sand mastic in Kearsney (1 mile south), River (1 mile south-east), Whitfield (1 mile north-east), Lydden (1 mile north-west) and Wolverton (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Folkestone (6 miles south-west), Ramsgate (14 miles north-east), Deal (7 miles north-east), Hythe (10 miles south-west) and Walmer (7 miles north-east).
Around Temple Ewell
In Temple Ewell, that means homes and buildings near Dover Christ Church Academy, Royal Oak Cottage The Royal Oak Public House and Old Park Hill, among other places. There’s a railway station in Temple Ewell itself: Kearsney station. Well-known places in the area include Dover Castle (2.9 miles south-east) and Dover Transport Museum (0.9 miles east). The countryside around Temple Ewell includes Dover Western Heights.
Common problems we fix in Temple Ewell
Some old mastic was never deep enough. A thin layer doesn’t hold well, which is why we pack deep voids first and get the depth right.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Open joints round the window box
- Old cement repairs round a window that have failed
- Failed mastic on an exposed elevation
- Modern sealant on a period surround
Rented homes near Kearsney station change hands often, and any sash windows need sound mastic to keep draughts and rain out.
Comparing quotes
- When the joint can take water or movement
- Who turns up on the day
- What product goes in the joint
- Whether you can choose the colour
DIY sealant or a professional job?
Too much sealant is as bad as too little. A heavy bead looks messy and copes badly with movement, and getting the depth right matters as much as the look.
If you do try it yourself, take your time over the preparation: remove every trace of old sealant, clean and dry the joint, and follow the product’s cure time. If it does not work out, we can still put it right.
Also in Temple Ewell
Why act early in Temple Ewell
Gaps round a sash window let in rain and draughts. Left, water can reach the timber and the wall so renewing it early protects the window. Older cottages and farmhouses around Temple Ewell can have timber floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.
Commercial jobs are quoted on the same basis as homes: the amount of work, the access and the products needed. Call for a quick quote and we’ll explain what it covers.
What you get with us
- Tidy, careful work
- A 12-month guarantee on all work
- Old sealant always removed completely
- Experience in homes, commercial sites and hotels
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