Blue Spot Tools 580mm Slaters Ripper Clout Nail Remover 34646

Blue Spot Tools 580mm Slaters Ripper Clout Nail Remover 34646

MPN: 34646

Barcode: 5028734346466

Weight: 0.7kg

Overview:

The Blue Spot Tools 580mm Slaters Ripper is manufactured from hardened and tempered carbon steel, giving it the strength to handle repeated hammer strikes during roof work. The blade carries a powder coat finish that protects against corrosion, keeping it in working condition in the exposed outdoor environments where roofing repairs take place.

This ripper slides under roof slates to locate and remove the clout nails holding them in place. The hooked blade catches the nail shank so you can pull or shear it free, lifting the slate cleanly without disturbing the surrounding tiles.

At 580mm in length and 0.7kg in weight, the tool gives good reach beneath overlapping slates while staying light enough to handle on a roof.

Key Features and Benefits

• Carbon Steel Build: Manufactured from hardened and tempered carbon steel for long-lasting performance under physical demands.
• Corrosion Protection: Powder coat finish guards the blade against rust in outdoor and wet working conditions.
• Nail Hook Design: Catches clout nail shanks beneath slates to pull or shear them free from the batten.
• Hammer-Ready Handle: Designed to take direct hammer blows when driving the hook onto a seated nail.
• 580mm Blade: Gives useful reach when sliding under overlapping rows of slates to locate hidden nails.
• Clout Nail Specific: Built for extracting the standard nails used to fix slates to roof battens.

Specs & Attributes

• Length: 580mm
• Weight: 0.7kg
• Material: Hardened and tempered carbon steel
• Finish: Powder coated

Typical Applications

• Removing clout nails during single-slate roof repairs
• Extracting fixing nails from damaged or broken slates
• Replacing worn or cracked slates on residential roofs
• Accessing nails hidden beneath overlapping slate rows
• Shearing stubborn or corroded roofing nails from battens
• General maintenance work on slate-tiled roofs
• Supporting removal of the final slate in a repair sequence where nail access is not possible from above

How to Use

• Position the Blade: Slide the ripper blade under the slate above the one you want to remove.

• Locate the Nail: Feel for the clout nail and position the hook over the nail shank.

• Strike the Handle: Hit the handle firmly with a hammer to drive the hook onto the nail.

• Pull or Shear: Pull down sharply to cut or extract the nail free from the batten.

• Repeat for the Second Nail: Work the second nail in the same way before moving the slate.

• Remove the Slate: Once both nails are free, slide the slate out from the surrounding tiles.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is a clout nail?
  A clout nail is a short nail with a broad, flat head used to fix slates and other roofing materials to wooden battens. The wide head holds the slate firmly without tearing through it. Galvanised and copper versions are both commonly found on UK roofs.

• What other tools do I need when replacing a roof slate?
  Alongside a slaters ripper, you will typically need a hammer, a slate cutter or tin snips for trimming replacements, and lead strips or hooks to secure the final slate where nail access from above is not possible.

• Can a slaters ripper be used on tile roofs as well as slate?
  Slaters rippers are designed primarily for nailed slate roofs. They can sometimes be used on other nailed tile types, but this depends on the fixing method and tile profile. Always check the roof type and fixing method before starting work.

• How is the final slate secured when it cannot be nailed from above?
  Where the nail holes are completely hidden, the final slate is typically held with a lead tag - a narrow strip of lead nailed to the batten below and folded up over the bottom edge of the slate to hold it in position.

• What is the difference between a slaters ripper and a slate hook?
  A slaters ripper removes old nails so damaged slates can be lifted free. A slate hook is a fixing device used to secure the replacement slate in position once the repair is complete. The two tools serve opposite ends of the same job.

Summary

The Blue Spot Tools 580mm Slaters Ripper removes clout nails from roof slates during repair and replacement work. Built from hardened and tempered carbon steel with a protective powder coat finish, it is a solid choice for anyone working on a nailed slate roof. Backed by a Blue Spot Tools lifetime manufacturer's guarantee.