Perth and Kinross · Scotland
Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Woodside, Perth and Kinross
Our applicators work in Woodside on traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick. Old material cut out, joints cleaned and sealed neatly and every job guaranteed for a year.
- Gaps round a timber door in stone or brick
- Mastic that needs renewing before redecorating
- Weathered mastic on the most exposed windows
About our sand mastic in Woodside
Sand mastic skins over fairly quickly but full hardening takes longer. Traditional guidance is not to paint over it, so ask us before you decorate. If you have draughts and rain around sash boxes and gaps where the frame meets the masonry, we can help, whatever the surface.
Outdoor sealant needs a dry surface, so window work around Woodside is planned around the weather, and longer journeys are planned in advance. Tell us about access to all the windows and doors, upstairs included.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If there’s a problem with it, please send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk.
- Where
- Woodside (PH13)
- Wider area
- Perth and Kinross
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Honest limits
We won’t take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Rotten sashes, sills or window boxes (a joiner’s job)
- Damaged stone surrounds
- Sashes that rattle, stick or will not open
If you’re not sure, just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Tenement windows
- Period & listed homes
- Stone surrounds
- Brick reveals
- Sash and case windows
- Timber door frames
DIY versus a professional finish
The difference is mostly in the preparation and the product. We take joints back to clean, dry surfaces, and the sealant is matched to the joint and its conditions.
If you’ve already had a go yourself, that is fine. We remove it and do the joint properly, so tell us about it when you ask for a quote.
Looking after it afterwards
Joint life depends on how it’s used and looked after. Here’s what we suggest:
- Don’t paint over the new mastic
- Ask a joiner to look at soft timber first
- Keep modern sealant off the mastic
- Avoid heavy scraping on the mastic joint
Avoid painting over the new mastic, as traditional guidance advises. If you are redecorating, ask us first.
Renewing mastic before redecorating saves doing it twice. Paint over cracked mastic only covers it up.
Frames and glazing around Woodside
Private landlords in Scotland must meet the Repairing Standard, which includes keeping a home wind and watertight, and failed outside joints work against that. Sash and case windows are common in older Scottish homes, often pointed into the wall with traditional sand mastic.
Whether the job is in Woodside itself or nearby, the right material for each joint matters as much as a neat finish.
Woodside is about 5 miles south of Blairgowrie and Rattray, in Perth and Kinross. Anywhere in PH13, we cover sand mastic for homes and businesses. 107 places in Perth and Kinross are on our list. For nearby work, see our Dundee page.
Postcode districts we cover here for sand mastic: PH13. Whether your property is on Station Road, Church Road and Main Road or anywhere close by, we can help. If you’re just outside Woodside, we cover Burrelton (1 mile south-west), Markethill (2 miles north-east), Coupar Angus (2 miles north-east), Meikleour (3 miles north-west) and Kinrossie (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Perth (10 miles south-west), Blairgowrie and Rattray (5 miles north), Letham (11 miles south-west), Scone (8 miles south-west), Tulloch (10 miles south-west) and Alyth (7 miles north).
Around Woodside
Well-known places in the area include Kinclaven Castle (2.8 miles west) and Blairgowrie Community Hospital (4.7 miles north-west). The countryside around Woodside includes Stormont Loch and Gask Hill.
Towns and villages near Woodside
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What the job involves on each surface
Timber door frames
Door frames get knocked and soaked, so their mastic can fail sooner. We rake it out and renew it.
Sash and case windows
Sash windows are where we do most sand mastic work. Each joint round the box is raked out and renewed.
What we do, step by step
Before we leave, we go over the finished joints with you and tell you how long to leave it. The visit itself generally takes a few hours for a single window, longer for several, depending on how much there is to do. Somewhere like Woodside may be a longer drive, and the journey is planned ahead. Mention tracks, gates, ferries or anything else about the route.
- Each surround is checked first.
- The joint is raked out and cleaned.
- We fill deep gaps so the new mastic isn’t too thick.
- New sand mastic is applied and shaped by hand.
- We finish the mastic to a tidy line.
Getting ready for the visit
- Plan for the work area to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any parking rules near the property
- Move anything stored near the joints
Ask for a quote
There’s no standard price list. Instead, your job gets its own clear quote. To get started, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Related advice
What we are called out for in Woodside
Most of it is simply age. Sand mastic is a maintenance item like any pointing and how long it lasts depends on the weather it faces.
People usually contact us after spotting something like this:
- Gaps round a timber door in stone or brick
- Weathered mastic on the most exposed windows
- Silicone on a period window that looks wrong
- Old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out
In and around Woodside, as anywhere, good sand mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Comparing quotes
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
- What happens if they find a problem under the old sealant
- What the cure time is
- How much experience the applicator has
What affects the cost of sand mastic
Jobs vary more than people expect. What affects the quote:
- The number of rooms or windows
- The type of sealant required
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
- Working hours on commercial sites
A few things move the cost up or down: how much old sealant there is and how stubborn it is, whether mould needs treating, and whether we need extra access for height. Your quote takes all of that into account.
What to tell us for a quote
You do not need to know the technical terms. Just tell us:
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- If someone has resealed it before
- The rough size of the job
Quotes start with a quick conversation. Describe the problem, the location and the size of the job, and we will talk you through what we’d do. When it suits you, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Your questions about sand mastic in Woodside
Do you cover Woodside for sand mastic?
Yes, Woodside is within the area we cover. We work across all of Scotland. You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing.
Do you cover smaller places like Woodside?
Yes, Woodside is covered. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do the sealants smell?
There can be a smell while the sealant cures. Opening a window helps.
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.
What guarantee comes with the work?
Our 12-month guarantee covers every job.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure your landlord agrees.
Will it make a mess?
Very little: the area around the joints is protected first, and we tidy up before we go.
Do you work for hotels and businesses?
Yes. Commercial and hotel work is a large part of what we do. Working times can be discussed when we quote.