A classy 'polysilk' mooring rope!
We sell a lot of boat rope - from rigging and mooring to crab pot lines! So we were delighted when customer Ann Louise kindly sent us some shots of...
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A classy 'polysilk' mooring rope!
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How to make a simple rope plant hanger: step-by-step
Sucker for a succulent? Hanging plants and plant décor are huge trends right now. And rope plant hangers are one of the best ways to display your favourite flora and...
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HMPE – in focus
Looking for a rope that is stronger than steel, yet easy to handle? HMPE could be just the ticket (one brand of HMPE is Dyneema®, which people may be familiar...
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Stylish home decor - made with our rope
There's a range of classy homeware, made with our rope, that we want to showcase here. Janette and Paul Watson live and work from a sailing boat in Cornwall. And...
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4 Father’s Day activities inspired by paracord
Father’s Day 2021 is just around the corner, falling on Sunday 20th June. Of course, there are lots of ways to mark the occasion, from rustling up a special breakfast...
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Treehouses with the wow factor - using our rope
If you’re going to build a treehouse for the kids, don’t forget we can supply all you need for handrails, rope ladders and swings. We have a wide range of...
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Charity work in Uganda helped with our ropes
Here at RopesDirect, we always love to hear about how our ropes are being used. That’s why we appreciate your customer reviews so much. Recently, we’ve had lots of great...
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5 things to consider when buying rope online
Looking to buy rope online? It can be a bit of a minefield – especially if you’ve never bought rope online before. Type ‘rope for sale’ into Google search and...
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Small garden ideas that use rope
This year (2021) the Chelsea Flower Show is going digital. For the first time in its 108-year history, the real-life event has been postponed until September (due to COVID-19). And...
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How to make a rope basket
Rope baskets are making a comeback. And who’s surprised? From small woven planters that are perfect for FEJKAs to large floppy designs that are ideal for laundry and storage, they...
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Stock up on theatre ropes for your grand re-opening
Hands up if you’ve missed the theatre? Yes, us too. It’s been over a year since they first closed their doors due to the pandemic. But finally, there’s light at...
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Classy Kayaks with our Cool Cords!
Now this is a seriously classy kayak, made by Stephen at Big Pond Kayaks on the Isle of Man. Look carefully on the deck and you'll see the Three Legs...
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Lion King - How our ropes are playing their part
Our rope gets used in all sorts of ways. On fishing boats, for crafts, in homes, gardens and industry. You name it. But we’d never have guessed they would end...
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All aboard! We're part of the spectacle at Lightwater Valley
Take the family to Lightwater Valley, the adventure theme park near Ripon in Yorkshire, and with a bit of luck you won't notice our ropes! We think our 32mm Synthetic...
