Orkney Islands · Scotland
Tingwall Sand Mastic
We cover Tingwall for 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.
- Old cement repairs round a window that have failed
- Old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out
- Cracked mastic round a front door frame
Sand mastic in Tingwall, done properly
Our applicators renew the sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick. Out comes the old, loose mastic, and new mastic is applied and shaped by hand. If you are dealing with gaps between timber frames and stone or brick and weathered mastic on the most exposed windows, we can help, whatever the surface.
Many older Scottish homes still have timber windows set into stone walls. The sealant has to suit the stone, which rules out acetoxy silicones that can mark or attack it.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you’re covered after we have gone.
- Place
- Tingwall (KW17)
- Region
- Orkney Islands
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Quote
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. Surfaces next to the work are protected before any work begins. The work usually takes a few hours for a single window, longer for several. Outside jobs in Tingwall need a dry day, because sealant won’t bond to a wet joint, so an outdoor job can move if the forecast changes. Indoor work goes ahead whatever the weather.
- We start by checking each surround and agreeing the joints to renew.
- Old, loose mastic is raked out and the joint cleaned.
- Deep voids are packed so the mastic is the right thickness.
- Sand mastic is mixed and applied by hand, then shaped to the joint.
- The finish is dressed so it sits neatly against the stone or brick.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking rules near the property
- Plan for the work area to be out of bounds to pets and children
- On commercial sites, let us know about site rules
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: let us know the job and the location. A few pictures by email make the job easier to understand, and we will take it from there.
Advice
Why act early in Tingwall
An open joint round the frame lets weather in. Water can get to the frame and the masonry, so dealing with it now protects both. Exposed walls in smaller Scottish places take a lot of wind and rain, and damp in stone or harled walls takes a long time to dry once water gets behind a joint.
Some things make a job bigger or smaller: the old material and how easily it comes out, whether mould needs treating, and whether the work is at height. We take all of that into account in your quote.
Why book with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- We leave the area clean and tidy
- Full insurance on every job
- Old sealant always removed completely
Windows and doors in Tingwall
Tingwall is close to 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. On the islands, wind and salt spray are hard on outside sealant.
Whether the job is in Tingwall itself or nearby, the right material for each joint matters as much as a neat finish.
Tingwall is about 8 miles north-west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. We provide sand mastic to homeowners, landlords and businesses in Tingwall and the surrounding area. Tingwall is one of 51 towns and villages in the Orkney Islands where we work.
Jobs for sand mastic in KW17 is quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. Nearby, we also carry out sand mastic in Gorseness (2 miles south-east), Isbister (3 miles south), Evie (3 miles north-west), Norseman (3 miles south-west) and Settiscarth (3 miles south-west). If you are somewhere remote, a little more planning is needed, so let us know when you get in touch.
Local landmarks in Tingwall
Nearby you will also find Langskaill House (2.3 miles east). For a walk, there’s Loch of Brockan and Hammars Hill.
Common problems we fix in Tingwall
Shallow joints are a common cause. Mastic that is too thin cracks and drops out so we make sure the new mastic is the right thickness.
Any of these means the joints need attention:
- Gaps where the frame meets the masonry
- Cracked mastic round a front door frame
- Failed mastic on an exposed elevation
- Crumbling sand mastic round a window
In and around Tingwall, as anywhere, good sand mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
What your quote should include
- What guarantee comes with the work
- What product goes in the joint
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
- What the cure time is
Work for landlords, hotels and businesses
In hotels, rooms out of use cost money, so we plan the work room by room. We have worked in hotels as well as homes and businesses.
Failed sealant is one of the commonest items on a check-out report, and it’s easy to sort out between tenants. We can quote for more than one property at once.
Questions from Tingwall
Is sand mastic in a coastal place like Tingwall any different?
Near the sea, outside joints face more wind, rain and salt than they would inland, so the choice of sealant and the preparation matter even more. It’s worth checking the walls that face the sea first.
Will you come out to Tingwall?
Yes. Tingwall is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work across all of Scotland, including the islands, where work is planned around ferry crossings. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Can old silicone round a sash window be swapped for sand mastic?
Generally, yes. With the silicone removed and the joint cleaned, sand mastic is applied by hand.
Do you work for hotels and businesses?
Yes. We work in offices, washrooms, hotels and other commercial premises, as well as homes. We can talk about working times when we quote.
Should I try DIY first?
Sometimes. Preparation is everything: all the old sealant out, and a clean, dry joint. We can always put it right if it fails.
Can you quote for more than one area?
Yes. Tell us about everything you’d like done and we’ll quote it together.
Is sand mastic better than silicone for my windows?
Sand mastic generally suits period timber windows best. Modern frames normally suit a flexible sealant, and we’ll explain why.
Can sand mastic be painted?
Sand mastic is normally left unpainted, which is what traditional guidance recommends. Talk to us before any painting near it.
Also in Tingwall
Quotes for sand mastic in Tingwall
You will get a clear quote before work begins. It’s based on:
- How many areas need sealing
- Any mould that needs treating
- Working hours on commercial sites
- The product the joint needs
Homes and businesses are quoted the same way: the amount of work, the access and the products needed. Ask us for a quote and we’ll go through it with you.
Helping us quote
Photos help, but a description is a good start. Try to tell us:
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
- If someone has resealed it before
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
For sand mastic in Tingwall, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk. Tell us what the problem is and where, and we’ll agree the price before any work begins.
Should I try it myself first?
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 fails, we can still redo it.
The biggest DIY mistake is sealing over old sealant. New silicone will not bond to old, so it lifts and traps water and mould underneath. All the old material has to come out first.
Surface by surface
Stone surrounds
Sand mastic sits naturally against stone. It finishes to look like part of the surround.
Timber door frames
A neat sand mastic joint round a front door suits a period home.