Create a jungle gym for the kids

Posted in Garden & Outdoors, Sports and Leisure | No Comments » | May 23rd, 2022

Did you know, kids need at least 60 minutes of moderate exercise per day? In the era of smartphones, tablets and video games, making sure they get those daily 60 minutes can feel like an impossible challenge. And prising them away from ‘screen time’ is no easy feat – but it’s still important to try. […]

Manila rope – improve your upper body strength

Posted in * Customer Case Studies, Sports and Leisure | No Comments » | May 16th, 2022

Ever thought about adding rope to your training session? When kitting out a home gym, rope is a really worthwhile addition – perfect for improving your endurance and building upper body strength. It’s great alongside the more expensive machinery such as a treadmill, cross trainer and weights. Manila rope (aka. manila hemp) is a particularly […]

Egg baskets using Jute rope from RopesDirect

Crafty idea at Mother Shipton’s

Tags: Jute Rope
Posted in * Customer Case Studies, Garden & Outdoors | No Comments » | May 9th, 2022

Thank you to our friends at Mother Shipton’s, the family tourist attraction near Knaresborough in Yorkshire, for sending us photos of our jute rope in action. Their fun dilemma was how to hang Easter Egg in baskets from trees in their park. We suggested using our 4-strand natural Jute Rope. They threaded the rope through […]

28mm Synthetic Hemp Rope - 220 metre coil

Synthetic Hemp Rope – incredibly versatile!

Posted in * Customer Case Studies, Events and Marquees, Garden & Outdoors, Home and Interiors | No Comments » | April 19th, 2022

Synthetic Hemp rope is incredibly versatile. It looks and feels like rope made from plant fibres but in fact it’s spun from polypropylene, making it strong, weather resistant and long lasting. People buy it from us for a whole range of home and garden projects. We thought you might enjoy seeing how other people have […]

Static ropes made to EN1891 standards

Posted in Construction and Groundworks, Sports and Leisure, Utilities and Industry | No Comments » | April 12th, 2022

When shopping for static ropes, safety is the No.1 priority. Here at RopesDirect, all of our static ropes are Low Stretch Kernmantle (LSK). They are manufactured in line with BS EN1891 standards and have been classified as ‘Type A’. So to help inform your purchase, and ensure you can make buying decisions based on facts, […]

How to make a rope handrail

Posted in * Customer Case Studies, Garden & Outdoors | No Comments » | April 5th, 2022

Want to make a rope handrail, and want to keep it simple? Whether you’re a DIY amateur or expert, creating post holes can be a tricky job. But what if we said, there’s a way to make a rope railing – for your garden bridge, decking, flower bed etc. – without having to drill a […]

Hanging a rope swing – the easy way!

Posted in Garden & Outdoors | No Comments » | March 14th, 2022

We sell rope swings for kids, and all you need to hang them from a tree branch. In fact with RopesDirect it is child’s play. We believe in hanging a rope swing the easy way! We’ve produced two videos that show you what to do, step by step. One is about hanging a ‘monkey swing’ […]

Garden furniture that needs to be secured down with bungee cords

Bungee cords: The best way to stop your garden furniture from blowing away

Posted in Garden & Outdoors | No Comments » | March 1st, 2022

Last month, the UK was battered by torrential rain and record-breaking winds of up to 120mph (cheers Storm Eunice!). And due to the effects of climate change, unfortunately, such extreme weather conditions are likely to become more common. That’s why it’s worth being prepared. If you’re tired of chasing your cantilever umbrella down the street […]

Don’t take our word for it – read our reviews and testimonials!

Posted in News from RopesDirect | No Comments » | February 28th, 2022

We know we offer great products, expert advice and fast deliveries, but don’t just take our word for it! Shezi chose RopesDirect and sent us this testimonial: “The product was exactly as advertised, but the service was exemplary…. they were the best company I dealt with online ever.” Read the rest here. We’re a small […]

Twine – a future-proof sustainable fibre

Posted in Natural Products | No Comments » | February 21st, 2022

Cotton has been the world’s most widely used natural fibre for a long time. But here at RopesDirect, we’ve noticed that jute and sisal are starting to overtake King Cotton. And with sustainability becoming increasingly important, across pretty much every industry, it’s no surprise these natural fibre ropes are popular. Twine is a product typically […]

Bungee fitness: a fun workout trend to try this new year

Posted in Crafts and Hobbies | No Comments » | February 14th, 2022

Determined to exercise more this year? Good news – there’s a new fun way to get fit. Bungee fitness. After trending on TikTok in 2021, this unique type of workout has become hugely popular. Essentially, it involves performing a series of high-intensity exercises whilst attached to a bungee cord – therefore combining cardiovascular and resistance […]

two children playing on a tree swing in back garden

How to hang a Rope Swing from a tree branch

Posted in Garden & Outdoors, Rope Knowledge | No Comments » | February 7th, 2022

Here’s how to hang a Rope Swing from a tree branch. It’s really easy to do. As long as you provide a strong branch, we can provide everything else you need for your kids to be swinging safely in no time at all! Our swings come with steel rings at the top (apart from our […]

Rope on sale: bag yourself a bargain this new year

Posted in News from RopesDirect | No Comments » | January 28th, 2022

Our products are always affordable. As an exclusively online store, RopesDirect is able to save on overheads and we like to pass those savings on to you. But we also have some excellent clearance offers – which provide even better value for money. You’ll find a variety of ropes on sale for an amazing price. […]

See our helpful videos on YouTube!

Posted in Rope Knowledge | No Comments » | January 24th, 2022

Have you seen our helpful DIY videos on YouTube? Working with rope is new to lots of people, so we’re creating a library of really useful short films to help you get it right. Drilling holes through posts to feed rope through, e.g. for decking or a fence? It’s not so straightforward but we show […]

Learn to sew in 2022

Posted in Crafts and Hobbies | No Comments » | January 14th, 2022

Learn a new skill. It’s set to be one of the most popular New Year’s Resolutions for 2022. In fact, lots of people are keen to try their hand at the ‘lost art’ of sewing – and now is the perfect time to get started! Here at RopesDirect, we’ve recently ventured into the world of […]

Soap on a (RopesDirect) Rope!

Tags: cotton rope, rope, soap, soap on a rope
Posted in * Customer Case Studies | No Comments » | January 5th, 2022

Soap on a rope is back. This time it’s funky, it’s ethical and it’s got our rope in it! We’re really pleased to have supplied CIVIL BLOCK, an exciting Microsoapery, with some of our lovely, soft, cotton rope. Perfect for their fab range of small scale, top notch, natural soap blocks. If you want to […]

Christmas Reminders

Posted in News from RopesDirect | No Comments » | December 10th, 2021

Important reminders for Christmas: 1) Put the sprouts on (it may even be too late – depending on how you like them cooked!) 2) Ensure mince pie, carrot and glass of something is ready for You Know Who. 3) We’re closed from 12 noon on Thursday 23rd December. So if you want to order, we […]

How to make piping for a sewing project

Posted in Crafts and Hobbies | No Comments » | November 26th, 2021

Want to add piping cord to your latest sewing project? Ready-made products are available to buy online. But why not have a go at making your own? Taking the DIY route can be fun, rewarding, and cheaper. And it’s pretty easy when you know how. Just stock up on some cotton piping cord, follow our […]

Our rope flies with Forestry England!

Posted in Fishing, Farming, Forestry | No Comments » | November 22nd, 2021

We often ask customers for photos showing how our ropes are used. It helps us understand their needs and helps other customers choose rope from us. So we’re grateful to Gareth Browning at Forestry England for explaining to us how they use our blue Polypropylene rope… for some high flying heavy lifting. These posts needed […]

DIY bathroom decor using rope

Posted in * Customer Case Studies | No Comments » | November 8th, 2021

Here are some great ideas for DIY bathroom decor, using our rope. The photos were sent in by customer Suzanne who ordered our 16mm black yacht rope. As you can see, the end result is a stylish twist, creating a toilet roll and towel holder that are a cut above the average bathroom […]

Customer who used our our decking rope fittings

How to fit decking rope fittings

Posted in Rope Knowledge | No Comments » | November 1st, 2021

Want to add decking to your outdoor space? Or perhaps a garden rope fence? Either way, decking rope fittings are a fantastic finishing touch, enhancing the appearance of your rope and helping to make it last longer. And the good news is, they’re pretty easy to fit. Here at RopesDirect, we have a large selection […]

Craft rope – the perfect Christmas gift for a crafter

Posted in Crafts and Hobbies | No Comments » | October 25th, 2021

Started your Christmas shopping yet? Yes – we may only be in October, but many people already have! Families want to get organised this year, partly due to recent media reports regarding shortages of lorry drivers – and the effect that might have on shops. Fortunately, we’re not experiencing any issues here at RopesDirect. In […]

DIY doormat made with our 10mm polypropylene rope

DIY doormat by Laurie!

Tags: diy, doormat, polypropylene, rope
Posted in * Customer Case Studies, Crafts and Hobbies | No Comments » | October 11th, 2021

We received a lovely review from customer Laurie who was pleased with the DIY doormat she made using RopesDirect rope. She said: “I bought a few 10m bundles of rope of different colours recently… to make rope doormats. The price is great and one of the best around for value. Delivery was super fast. Wouldn’t […]

Forget-me-Knot – Des keeps ancient ropework alive

Tags: Des Pawson, knot, rope, ropecraft
Posted in * Customer Case Studies, Rope Knowledge | No Comments » | October 5th, 2021

There is something really relaxing about taking time out and learning to tie an exquisite knot, and maybe even using it in some DIY or craft to adorn where you live. So when you next get five minutes spare, take a look at www.DesPawson.com, and delve into the charming and timeless world of ropecraft. Des […]

How to drill holes in rope posts

Posted in Rope Knowledge | No Comments » | September 29th, 2021

Need to drill holes for rope to pass through? Perhaps for decking or a new rope fence you wish to add to the garden? It’s a relatively simple DIY job – but, when drilling post holes for the first time, it can be easy to drill a hole that’s not big enough. Here we offer […]