Reinstating Eaves slates

[carbitz]

Hello

I am replacing a lead gutter lining due to age cracks etc

 

I have removed 3 course of slates from the eves upwards, obviously i can refix the unders / first two courses the usual way with nails, but is there a better way to reinstate the third course than strapping each slate?, its a good 20m so a fair few slates to strap if i go down that route, and personally don't think it will look very nice.   Also these slates are quite large and heavy!

 

Any pointers / thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

[joe90]

Have you thought about slate hooks https://www.roofingsuperstore.co.uk/product/100mm-bright-stainless-slate-hooks-point-driven-316-grade-box-of-500.html

[nod]

Slate springs are your best option 

Tgey hold the slate in place and are barely visible from the ground 

[tonyshouse]

Copper wire works nicely too. Can be tied round the corners of the slate, near invisibly two loop with four tails two going to each side then twisted to perfect