Argyll and Bute · Scotland
Tighnabruaich Sand Mastic
Professional sand mastic in and around Tighnabruaich, with old sealant always removed completely and a 12-month guarantee.
- Silicone on a period window that looks wrong
- Mastic worn away on windows facing the weather
- Crumbling sand mastic round a window
When it isn’t the sealant
We won’t take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Planning or listed building consent (your local planning authority decides)
- Broken panes
- Timber that has rotted
If in doubt, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will say what we think.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Stone surrounds
- Period & listed homes
- Brick reveals
- Tenement windows
- Timber door frames
- Sash and case windows
Sand mastic in Tighnabruaich, done properly
We renew sand mastic around sash windows and doors set in stone or brick. The old mastic is raked out, the joint is prepared and new mastic is shaped by hand. Typical jobs include crumbling sand mastic round a window and a silicone bead on a sash window that spoils the look, on sash and case windows, period & listed homes and timber door frames.
Across smaller places in Scotland, homes range from stone and harled cottages to newer houses, many standing in the open. Exposed frames and sills take the full force of wind-driven rain.
Every job is covered by a one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Tighnabruaich (PA21)
- Wider area
- Argyll and Bute
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Quotes for sand mastic in Tighnabruaich
We don’t publish a price list, because no two jobs are the same. What we look at:
- The type of sealant required
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- Any mould that needs treating
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
Commercial jobs are quoted on the same basis as homes: the amount of work, the access and the products needed, along with when we can work on site. Ask us for a quote and we’ll explain what it covers.
Asking for a quote
You do not need to know the technical terms. Just tell us:
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- If it’s domestic, commercial or a hotel
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
For sand mastic in Tighnabruaich, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk. A short description of the job and where it is helps us quote, and you will get a clear quote before work begins.
Tighnabruaich homes and the weather
Tighnabruaich is within about 1 mile of the coast, where wind-driven rain is a fact of life and, nearer the shore, so is salt air. Both are hard on the mastic around older windows and doors, which can dry out and crack sooner where a building faces the weather. The west of Scotland is wetter than the east, which means the mastic around older windows and doors has to cope with a lot of rain.
In and around Tighnabruaich, as anywhere, good sand mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Tighnabruaich is about 18 miles west of Greenock, in Argyll and Bute. Whether you’re in the middle of Tighnabruaich or further out, sand mastic is available for homes and businesses alike, from flats and houses to offices and hotels. Tighnabruaich is one of 118 towns and villages in Argyll and Bute where we work. For nearby work, see our Glasgow page (38 miles or so).
Here we cover the PA21 postcode area for sand mastic. Local streets include Kyles Court and School Road, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out sand mastic in Kames (1 mile south), An Tairbeart (7 miles south-west), Port Bannatyne (7 miles south-east), Ardbeg (8 miles south-east) and Rothesay (9 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Dunoon (13 miles east), Ceann Loch Gilb (12 miles north-west), Lochgilphead (12 miles north-west), Ardrishaig (11 miles north-west), Sandbank (13 miles north-east) and Innellan (11 miles east). Island and remote addresses take a little more planning, so tell us where you are when you ask for a quote.
Near you in Tighnabruaich
Not far away are Asgog Loch and Cnoc Dubh.
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How it works
You do not need to clear the whole room or building, just the space around the work. We protect the rest, and the job takes a few hours for a single window, longer for several in most cases. For a place like Tighnabruaich, longer drives are planned in advance. Mention tracks, gates, ferries or anything else about the route.
- 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.
- The mastic is mixed, pressed into the joint by hand and shaped.
- We dress the surface so it sits neatly against the masonry.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
- Mention any tricky access
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
Ask for a quote
Every job is quoted individually, so the first step is telling us about yours. Simply send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and describe the job.
Related advice
Signs you need sand mastic in Tighnabruaich
Water gets into small cracks in the mastic and pushes it out. Windows facing the weather tend to go first.
The most common problems we see are:
- Mastic that needs renewing before redecorating
- Crumbling sand mastic round a window
- Gaps between timber frames and stone or brick
- Draughts and rain around sash boxes
For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church, the joint between an old wall and a newer frame is usually the first place rain gets in.
Questions to ask before booking
- Is VAT in the price?
- Whether they’re fully insured
- What guarantee comes with the work
- When the joint can take water or movement
Why deal with it now?
Silicone might seem the quicker option, but on period stone or brick it often looks out of place. Sand mastic suits the building and finishes neatly against the masonry. In an older home around Tighnabruaich, damp from a failed joint can get into timber and plaster.
We don’t show prices on the website, because the cost depends so much on the job itself. Call for a quick quote.
Why Tighnabruaich customers choose us
- Fully insured
- 4.9 on Google from 180+ five-star reviews
- Tidy, careful work
- More than 20 years in sealant work
Take a look at how sealant jobs are priced and what customers say.
Common questions in Tighnabruaich
Do you cover Tighnabruaich for sand mastic?
Yes. We work across all of Scotland, and Tighnabruaich is part of that. Just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job.
Does living near the coast affect sand mastic in Tighnabruaich?
Coastal homes put outside sealant through more weather than inland ones, so the choice of sealant and the preparation matter even more. It’s worth checking the walls that face the sea first.
How long does sand mastic take to go off?
A skin forms quite soon, but full hardening takes longer. We’ll explain what to expect before we leave.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, often. Several properties can go on one quote.
Where is Mr Mastic based?
Mr Mastic is based in Crawley. We cover Tighnabruaich and the rest of Argyll and Bute.
Can you replace silicone on a period window with sand mastic?
Often, yes. Once the silicone is out and the joint prepared, sand mastic is applied by hand.
How do I get a quote for sand mastic in Tighnabruaich?
We don’t publish prices, because the cost depends on the job: its size, the old material, access and the product needed. You’ll get a clear quote before any work starts.
What exactly is sand mastic?
A traditional pointing material made from sand and a linseed-oil-based binder for the joint between timber frames and masonry.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Tighnabruaich
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.
Hotels need rooms back in use, so we plan the work room by room around your bookings where we can. Hotel work is part of what we do, alongside homes and businesses.
Looking after it afterwards
Simple care keeps the joints in good condition. Our advice:
- Plan mastic work ahead of painting
- Get any rot dealt with first
- Avoid heavy scraping on the mastic joint
- Keep modern sealant off the mastic
Look at the mastic when you look over the windows. Small cracks are easier to deal with early.
Good mastic helps keep the frame dry. Failed mastic lets water reach the timber, which can lead to rot.