Aberdeenshire · Scotland
Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Towie, Aberdeenshire
Traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick for Towie, backed by a 12-month guarantee. Call for a quick quote.
- Wind and rain getting in round a sash window
- Old cement repairs round a window that have failed
- Cracked mastic round a front door frame
Sand mastic in Towie, done properly
Sand mastic skins over fairly quickly but full hardening takes longer. Traditionally, sand mastic is left unpainted, so ask us before you decorate. If you have mastic that needs renewing before redecorating and weathered mastic on the most exposed windows, we can put it right, on sash and case windows, stone surrounds and timber door frames alike.
In and around a place like Towie, homes range from older stone-built cottages to newer houses. Wind-driven rain finds any gap around a frame or sill, so the mastic there works hard.
All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Towie (AB33)
- Region
- Aberdeenshire
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Quote
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Work for landlords, hotels and businesses
We also work for property managers and facilities teams. Several sites can be quoted together, and we’re fully insured.
A neglected joint can let water reach the structure, which matters even more when someone else lives there. Resealing at the right time is simple maintenance that we can handle for you.
Towie homes and the weather
Sash and case windows are common in older Scottish homes, often pointed into the wall with traditional sand mastic. Under the Repairing Standard, private landlords in Scotland have to keep homes wind and watertight, and failed outside joints work against that.
Around Towie, as everywhere, sand mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Towie is about 21 miles west of Inverurie, in Aberdeenshire. Anywhere in AB33, we can carry out sand mastic at your property. Our Aberdeenshire coverage runs to 161 places, and Towie is one of them. Aberdeen is on our list too, around 30 miles away.
All of AB33 is covered for sand mastic. Neighbouring places we cover for sand mastic include Tarland (6 miles south-east), Lumsden (6 miles north), Forbes (8 miles east), Bridge of Alford (8 miles north-east) and Tullynessle (8 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Aboyne (10 miles south-east), Insch (15 miles north-east), Ballater (11 miles south) and Torphins (13 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Towie
A little further out are Glenkindie House (1.6 miles north-west). Not far away are Coiliochbar Hill.
Your questions about sand mastic in Towie
Is sand mastic in Towie guaranteed?
All our work, in Towie and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We are fully insured, and an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
Will you come out to Towie?
Yes, we do. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, from towns to the smallest places. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do the sealants smell?
That depends on the sealant. Some products have a noticeable smell, others very little, and any smell fades as they cure.
Are you an approved applicator?
Yes. We’re ARBOMaster approved, the scheme for applicators of Arbo sealants.
Can I choose the sealant colour?
We help you choose a colour that suits. The choice depends on the product the joint needs.
How do I get a quote for sand mastic in Towie?
There’s no set price, as it depends on the job: its size, the old material, access and the product needed. We agree the price before any work begins.
What exactly is sand mastic?
Sand plus a binder based on linseed oil. It’s built up in the joint by hand and shaped to suit the surround.
How long will you be here?
As a guide, most jobs take anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows. Bigger jobs take longer, and we’ll say how long yours will take.
Different surfaces, different methods
Stone surrounds
Old stone surrounds are often uneven, so the joint varies in width. Sand mastic is shaped by hand to suit.
Sash and case windows
A sash window’s box frame sits in the masonry opening. The gap round it is pointed with sand mastic.
Can I do it myself?
If you are set on DIY, put the effort into 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.
If you’ve already had a go yourself, that’s fine. We remove it and do the joint properly, so just mention it when you contact us.
How it works
The work is kept neat and contained to the area we’re working on, so you can get on with your day. The job generally takes anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows, and we tell you how long to leave it before we go. Somewhere like Towie may be a longer drive, and the journey is planned ahead. Mention tracks, gates, ferries or anything else about the route.
- We look at the surrounds with you and agree the joints to renew.
- Old mastic and any loose material are raked out.
- We pack any deep voids first.
- We apply the mastic by hand and shape it.
- We dress the finish so it sits neatly against the masonry.
How to prepare
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
- Where the joints are inside, avoid wetting them before we arrive
- Move anything stored near the joints
Ask for a quote
Call for a quick quote, or send an email if you’d rather. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we will explain what’s involved and give you a clear quote.
Advice
How to look after the new joints
So the new joints stay in good condition:
- Make sure water runs off the sill
- Find out about consent before window work on a listed home
- Have rotten timber repaired before new mastic goes in
- Sort the mastic before the decorators arrive
Look at the mastic when you look over the windows. Catching cracks early keeps repairs small.
An open joint round the box lets weather through. Left, the gap tends to get bigger as more mastic falls out.
Quotes for sand mastic in Towie
You’ll get a clear quote before we start. It’s based on:
- The product the joint needs
- The number and length of the joints
- Access and height
- Any working-time requirements on site
No two jobs are quite the same, so each one gets its own quote. The number of joints, how easy they are to reach and the sealant needed all play a part.
Asking for a quote
Photos help, but a description is a good start. Try to tell us:
- If someone has resealed it before
- How we’d reach the joints
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- Photos by email, if that’s easy
Quotes start with a quick conversation. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is, and we will talk you through what we’d do. Whenever you are ready, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Do you need sand mastic in Towie?
Some old mastic was never deep enough. A thin layer doesn’t hold well so we make sure the new mastic is the right thickness.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- Weathered mastic on the most exposed windows
- Wind and rain getting in round a sash window
- Window mastic to renew ahead of painting
- Gaps round a timber door in stone or brick
For an older house near a landmark such as Towie Parish Church, the windows may be timber, sash or later replacements, and each needs the right sealant against the wall.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether they seal over old material or remove it
- Who turns up on the day
- Whether you can choose the colour
- Whether VAT is included