Eager to try out a modern black macrame pattern? Perhaps to create a black cord plant hanger or striking wall hanging? Maybe you’d like to update your curtains with a new bold sash? Or introduce a new on-trend colour to your jewellery making sessions? Good news – you can now buy black cotton cords from […]

Rope handrails bring your home or garden project to life. We’ve been sent some amazing examples by our customers, who have used a bit of creative flair – and our thicker diameter ropes – for home and garden handrails. So we thought we’d share a few with you. Sean’s staircase bannister rail uses a deep […]

Meet the new headliner of our barrier ropes collection. PolySilk. Intended to eventually replace our PolyCotton and Polyester options, PolySilk is much softer, more luxurious and an all-round better performer for both indoor and outdoor settings. Here’s our explainer video: Whether you work in retail, leisure, events, entertainment or just wish to add a creative […]

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 […]

Kids teepees. If you’ve spent more than 5 minutes on Pinterest or Instagram in the last 12 months, you’ll know – they’re all the rage right now. Little wigwam-style tents, which can be popped up indoors and outdoors, creating a cosy nook for children to read, play and let their imagination run wild. Every child […]

Sucker for a succulent? Or maybe you’re a big fan of the FEJKA? Plant décor is a huge trend right now. And rope plant hangers are one of the best ways to display your favourite flora and take your indoor and outdoor greenery up a level… literally. Here we’ve put together a quick step-by-step guide […]

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 […]

Do you need some DIY inspiration for your home? Here at Ropes Direct, we offer a wide selection of natural sisal rope, which is one of the most versatile and durable materials on the market. These factors make it the perfect material to quickly enhance the look of your home on a budget. Whether you’re […]

Elasticated shock cord, also known as bungee cord is an extremely dense form of rope that is sustainable even in the harshest environments. It is mostly used for trampolining, glider, marine, tent and industrial functions. However, you may be surprised to know that there are a variety of unconventional ways to use elasticated shock cord, […]

Bannister ropes – sometimes spelled banister ropes – are sometimes used in place of a rigid bannister railing, providing an attractive handrail on staircases which fits with many interior design themes, actively contributing to the aesthetic of the area while providing a strong, sturdy and comfortable railing for staircase users. Lots of different ropes can […]

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, […]

Many thanks to Ray for sending through this image of a coffee table he made from on old cable drum and some of our 20mm sisal rope

Many thanks for Howard for sending us this picture of his stairhead barrier rope project. The ropes are just intended as a visible barrier and we think they have come up really well. Howard supplied us with detailed measurements allowing us to fit the ropes to the brass brackets before sending them out. The items […]

With many thanks to Elizabeth for supplying the pictures and below is a copy of the email she sent us after finishing the project; Hi, Some months ago you helped me with a project. I wanted to bind rope around the metal handrail on a spiral staircase and came to you for advice and supply […]

30mm Jute rope with whipped ends used as a border to hide carpet shrinkage

Quirky ways to use twine balls.

Rope is a brilliant material to use as a handrail, transform your stairway with chunky cord and use these decorating ideas.

Look out for the August issue of House Beautiful where you will see our cotton and jute rope used for candle lanterns.