Hanging roof tiles on wall

[Obrumier]

I have a small section of the wall where I need to fix hanging tiles (red clay Victorian tiles). There are no battens and the other tiles are fixed with nails going into the brick. I can’t find any nails that can penetrate the brick and hold the tiles , i tried different types and size. Is there a specific type of nails or a particular technique to fix the hanging tiles on a brick wall using perhaps adhesive or cement and in this case, is it ok not to have the tile mechanically fixed with a nail? I would be grateful for any advise and guidance !

 

[RandomGrinch]

Hi,

Only a diy'er, so this may not be the best idea!
How big a section is it?
If it's only a few tiles, why not use traditional wall fixings - wall plugs and stainless steel screws?

 

[Obrumier]

Thank you, yes it is an option I have circa 30 tiles to fix , 2 holes per tile so 60 holes .may be less . i was hoping I could avoid this

 

[tell80]

If its your intention to hammer nails into bricks then you stand every chance of cracking the tile.
As above, plug & fix or use laths.

Without a pic its difficult to advise you further.