Alot of the rope we sell is synthetic – for example polypropylene, synthetic hemp, polyester. So to cut synthetic rope, it helps to use the right kit. We sell the knife that we use in our warehouse. It’s awesome. Heats up in seconds and seals the rope as it goes. We’ve made a 45-second video […]

When completing any kind of decking rope project, there’s a secret to getting the best results… Decking rope fittings. Affordable to buy and straightforward to fit, they’re the ideal finishing touch. An easy way to secure your rope in place and enhance its overall appearance – creating impressive, professional-looking results, with very little extra effort. […]

Heat set end caps are a great way to stop natural ropes from fraying. It’s possible to apply a whip, or tape the end, instead. But end caps are much more durable – making them a fantastic choice if you plan to use the rope regularly – and they form a smooth yet rigid cap […]

Do you need snap hooks to do your job? If so, you’re one of many. Every day, thousands of workers snap and unsnap this small metal part, without giving it any thought. But it’s a crucial piece of safety equipment – something that you and your colleagues rely on to ensure your safety at work. […]

D shackles are used every day – across a variety of different industries – for lifting, rigging, and connecting ropes and chains. They’re a common piece of industrial equipment. But before you use them for the first time, it’s important to do your research and learn how to handle them correctly. Here we offer a […]

Steel wire rope is incredibly versatile. It comes in many different thicknesses and, thanks to its strong and tough construction, it has become a popular option for use around the home. But the question is – as a DIY home-owner – do you know how to cut wire rope safely and successfully? It may seem […]

Whether you’re the owner of an industrial rope work company or you just like to rock climb in your spare time, the chances are, you’re going to need carbine hooks. These simple rope fittings are a quick and easy way to connect different components, offering reliable support and ensuring your safety. But the question is, […]

If you work in the cargo and transportation industry, you will no doubt be familiar with ratchet load straps – the chances are, you will use them every day to secure cargo to your vehicle. But are you familiar with the information label that is typically found stitched at the end of the strap? Most […]

When it comes time to move a fragile, heavy or awkward item, we can often find ourselves looking around for something to secure it with – a rope, a belt, or a strap – but often even our most ingenious ad-hoc lashings aren’t enough to guarantee a safe, stress-free journey. Thankfully, whether you are in […]

In some applications, connecting ropes to a rig or to one another requires a versatile, reversible connection, which can be quickly applied and removed to adapt to changing conditions. Usually seen in barrier ropes, lanyards, keychains, pet leads and other applications requiring flexibility and adaptability, the Snap Hooks from Ropes Direct are the ideal solution […]

Barrier ropes are a common sight in a huge variety of applications, from docks and cliff faces to galas and high-class cultural events. To have such a range, from the purely practical to the aesthetic, speaks of their versatility and quality – quality that Ropes Direct is happy to provide to our customers! Practical, long-lasting, […]

Ropes Direct are stockists of black powder coated mild steel wooden post fittings.

Just arrived into stock chrome plated brass and polished brass rope support brackets for 24mm and 30mm ropes. Ideal for supporting rope whether indoors for rope bannisters or outside as a decking handrail. Supplied with four fixing screws and an integral threaded bolt to secure the rope in place.

We have in stock a new range of brass rope hooks, eyes, end plates and finishing plates. They can all be found in our ‘Rope and Chain Fittings’ category under ‘wooden post fittings’.

Heavy duty ratchet load straps are now available with load capacities from 500kg to 5000kg