Aberdeenshire · Scotland
Arbuthnott Window Mastic
Window mastic across Arbuthnott and nearby, with old sealant always removed completely and a 12-month guarantee.
- Gaps left after new windows were fitted
- Sealant in the wrong colour for the frame
- Rain getting in at the frame or under the sill
Window mastic in Arbuthnott, done properly
The new joint doesn’t have to be white. We can seal in white, brown, anthracite grey, black or clear, so the bead blends with the window rather than framing it. If you’re dealing with gaps between the frame and the inside reveal and damp patches on the reveal after heavy rain, we can help.
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.
All our work comes with our 12-month guarantee, wherever you are in Aberdeenshire.
- Location
- Arbuthnott (AB30)
- Wider area
- Aberdeenshire
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Looking after it afterwards
A little care helps the new joints last. Our advice:
- Avoid harsh chemicals near the mastic
- Make sure the drainage slots aren’t blocked
- Ventilate rooms so frames don’t stay wet inside
- Wash the frames with mild soapy water
Have a look at the joints once a year, ideally after winter. Cracks and lifting edges are easy to spot early.
Look out for the warning signs: cracks in the mastic, gaps you can see light through, damp on the reveal or mould around the inside of the frame. If you notice one, it’s time to get the joint looked at.
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Landlord and commercial work in Arbuthnott
For anyone letting property in or around Arbuthnott, jobs at different addresses can be quoted together. Send us the addresses and the work at each, and photos by email help.
Businesses can book us for washrooms, kitchens, offices and more. For commercial premises, we can talk through working times when we quote.
Can I do it myself?
A DIY attempt does not rule out a professional job. We cut it out and start again.
The difference is mostly in the preparation and the product. We take joints back to clean, dry surfaces, and the sealant is chosen for how the joint moves and where it is, then guaranteed for a year.
The process
There’s no need to move everything out, only the area right around the joints. Everything nearby is protected, and the job takes a few hours for a handful of frames, longer for a whole house for a typical job. Outside jobs in Arbuthnott need a dry day, because sealant won’t bond to a wet joint, so external jobs may need to move if the day turns wet. Work indoors is not affected.
- First, we go round the frames with you and agree the list.
- The old mastic is cut out and scraped back to clean surfaces.
- Deep gaps get closed-cell backing rod to set the depth.
- A flexible exterior sealant is applied in a colour to suit the frame.
- We tool each bead neatly and check every joint is closed.
How to prepare
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
- Move anything stored near the joints
- Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
Getting a quote
For a quick quote, get us on the phone, or email us if that is easier. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we will talk you through the work before giving you a price.
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Arbuthnott: your questions answered
Is window mastic in a coastal place like Arbuthnott any different?
Near the coast, wind-driven rain and, nearer the shore, salt air make outside sealant work harder. Choosing the right sealant for the frame and wall, laid at the right depth, helps it last.
Can you do window mastic in Arbuthnott?
Yes. We work across all of Scotland, and Arbuthnott is part of that. You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and let us know what needs doing.
Will the old sealant be removed?
Yes, every time. New sealant will not bond properly to old, so the joint is cleaned back first.
Can you get sealant to suit coloured frames?
Yes, in most cases. Mention the frame colour when you ask for a quote and we’ll use the nearest match.
Do you guarantee window mastic?
Yes. Every job comes with our 12-month guarantee, and we are fully insured.
Where are you based?
Our base is Crawley, with over 20 years’ experience. Our area covers South East England, London and Scotland.
Will there be a smell?
Possibly a little. Any smell clears as the sealant cures, and ventilation helps.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Of course. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
Do you need window mastic in Arbuthnott?
Joints that are too thin or too deep fail early. A skim of sealant over a wide gap soon tears, and a gap filled solid can’t flex. That is what backing rod is for.
It’s worth asking for a quote if you see:
- Rushed sealant from a window installation
- Mastic that has split away from the wall
- Water coming in at the bottom corners of a door
- Cracked internal joints between frame and plaster
In and around Arbuthnott, as anywhere, good window mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Questions to ask before booking
- What product goes in the joint
- How long the guarantee is
- What happens if they find a problem under the old sealant
- Whether you can choose the colour
What sealant work can’t fix
We won’t take on work that will not last, so here’s what sealant cannot put right:
- A door that needs adjusting, rehanging or new seals
- A failed sealed unit that has misted up
- A sash or casement that won’t close properly
Not sure which it is? You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will tell you honestly.
What we seal
- Composite doors
- Patio & French doors
- uPVC windows
- Timber windows & doors
- Aluminium frames
- Window sills
Arbuthnott homes and the weather
Arbuthnott is within about 3 miles of the coast, and homes near the sea take more wind-driven rain, with salt in the air closer to the shore. That’s hard on the mastic around window and door frames, especially on the side facing the sea. Private landlords in Scotland must meet the Repairing Standard, which includes keeping a home wind and watertight, and sound outside sealant is part of that.
Homes close to Arbuthnott Parish Church include some older properties, and the joint between an old wall and a newer frame is normally the first place rain gets in.
Arbuthnott is about 12 miles north-east of Montrose, in Aberdeenshire. Jobs in Arbuthnott get the same care as everywhere else we work: old sealant removed completely, careful preparation and a 12-month guarantee. Arbuthnott is one of 161 places in Aberdeenshire where we work for window mastic. You can also see our page for Aberdeen, roughly 21 miles from Arbuthnott.
All of AB30 is covered for window mastic, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find Arbuthnott on the B967, which makes it straightforward to reach with everything needed for window mastic. We also cover Inverbervie (3 miles south-east), Roadside of Kinneff (3 miles east), Fordoun (3 miles west), Gourdon (3 miles south-east) and Drumlithie (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Montrose (12 miles south-west), Stonehaven (8 miles north-east), Banchory (14 miles north-west), Laurencekirk (6 miles south-west), Newtonhill (13 miles north-east) and St Cyrus (7 miles south-west).
Near you in Arbuthnott
Other landmarks nearby include Benholm Castle (3.1 miles south). The countryside around Arbuthnott includes Herscha Hill.
Why it’s worth doing now in Arbuthnott
Running fresh sealant over the old joint is tempting, but it will not grip old, dirty sealant. It soon lifts and the leak carries on behind it. The old mastic has to come out. In an older home around Arbuthnott, damp from a failed joint can get into timber and plaster.
We don’t show prices on the website, because each job is priced on what it involves. Call for a quick quote.
What you get with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Approved under the ARBOMaster scheme
- We never seal over old sealant
- We agree the colour with you first
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