Make your own bespoke rope ladder

Posted in Uncategorised | No Comments » | April 7th, 2020

With very many thanks to Peter for sending us these images of his rope ladder project . We supplied Peter with the wooden rungs and the 12mm synthetic hemp rope with soft eyes spliced in to one end. Then with the help of our construction tips he made his own temporary wooden template for the […]

Ropes Direct Article in the NORTHERN RIVERS SAILING CLUB NEWSLETTER

Posted in Uncategorised | No Comments » | March 25th, 2020

NEW SEASON, NEW LINES by Russell Hurst from Ropes Direct Getting ready for the new season and thinking of replacing those worn out lines? Here’s a quick summary of the main rope types available and their uses. 3-strand Multifilament Polypropylene – A low-cost floating rope for mooring lines and fender ropes. It is a flexible […]

How to weave rope seats

Posted in Rope | No Comments » | March 19th, 2020

About to throw away an old chair? Why not give it a little TLC and weave a rope seat instead? Upcycling is a great way to cut down waste and breathe new life into tired furniture. What’s more, it’s really easy to do! Just follow our simple guide and create a unique rope chair for […]

a boat that has used the correct mooring ropes

Choosing the best rope for mooring a boat

Posted in Mooring rope | No Comments » | February 26th, 2020

Setting sail for the first time? Be sure to invest in the correct mooring ropes. Not only do they promote safety for you and your passengers, they can also prevent a lot of unnecessary damage (and expense!) – and are, arguably, one of the most important pieces of equipment onboard. To moor a boat successfully, […]

A beginner’s guide to rope magic

Posted in Cords and braids | No Comments » | February 19th, 2020

So, you’re interested in rope magic? Perhaps you’re already a magician and would like to add a new element to your act? Or maybe you just want to learn a clever party trick? Either way, we can help. Ropes Direct is a leading supplier of magician rope in the UK – and, here, we outline […]

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Hobby ideas to relieve stress and improve mental health

Posted in Rope | No Comments » | January 29th, 2020

Did you know, hobbies can lead to a 34% reduction in stress? That’s right. Just breaking out of the humdrum routine and doing something fun can have a huge positive impact on your mental health. With this in mind, we thought it would be a good idea to come up with a few hobby ideas […]

woman using battle ropes to do rope exercises

5 reasons to start rope exercises this new year

Posted in Battle Ropes | No Comments » | January 22nd, 2020

It’s that time again; new year, new you. Perhaps you want to shed the pounds after Christmas? Or maybe you wish to improve your health and fitness? Either way, rope exercises are a great way to start. They’ve become an increasingly popular option in recent years, with both average gym-goers and professional athletes alike – […]

The Excelsior Trust

Posted in Uncategorised | No Comments » | January 8th, 2020

The Excelsior Trust, Lowestoft. With many thanks to John from The Excelsior trust for sending through this image of their newly built replica ship’s boat – both fantastic looking and award winning! We have been able to supply them with a range of ropes and fenders and look forward to being able to help them […]

Rope Handrail for Metal Staircase

Posted in Uncategorised | No Comments » | December 30th, 2019

Thank you to Steve for his kind email copied below and for sending us these images of his stair handrail project. Hello I thought you might be interested to see what we did with our stair handrail in France with the 6mm rope we bought from you. Very similar to the application I saw on […]

5 Christmas craft ideas using rope

Posted in Rope | No Comments » | December 10th, 2019

Looking for a way to get into the festive spirit? Or perhaps you need something to keep the kids entertained over the holidays? Then why not try some of our Christmas craft ideas? Rope can be used to create a wide range of festive gifts and decorations. Here we’ve listed just a few to get […]