Jute Rope

Jute rope is made from a natural, organic fibre, harvested from the bark of a jute plant, such as Corchorus olitorius or Corchorus capsularis. The individual fibres are very long, soft and shiny. They can be tightly spun into a thread that is both strong and coarse, and used to create either three-strand or four-strand rope.

Due to its natural construction, jute rope has a traditional ‘sandy brown’ appearance but can be easily coloured at home using standard fabric dyes. This means it’s a fantastic option for decorative applications. It also boasts a number of other useful properties:

biodegradable and environmentally-friendly
lightweight
durable
resistant to heat
resistant to UV light
supple and flexible
soft to touch
suitable for knotting (with good knot retention)

Jute rope is a low-cost alternative to hemp rope. The two are very similar in terms of their characteristics and can be used for many of the same applications.

For example, within the home, jute rope is often used for gardening, decking and interior design – perhaps installed as a contemporary staircase bannister or to create a unique shelving unit. Commercially, it can be used as gymnasium rope, tug-of-war rope, farm work rope, and more. It’s also regularly used within the retail industry for creating shop window displays.

Yes. As they are made from natural fibres,jute ropes  quickly absorb water and expand in width, which causes them to shrink in length. Therefore, when buying this type of rope for an outdoor application, where they are likely to get wet on a continuous or regular basis, we recommend adding a minimum of 10-15% extra to the total length ofjute rope that you require.

One of the main benefits of jute rope is durability.

It is flexible material, resistant to heat and UV light, and – whether used indoors or outdoors – will last for many years without an issue. But it’s important to keep in mind, jute is a natural fibre – and, as a result, it’s susceptible to certain environmental factors.

To maximise its lifespan, it will need proper care and attention. To summarise, it’s important to keep them dry, clean them regularly and store them correctly. Detailed information on how to care for natural ropes can be found in our blog.

Absolutely. All of our jute ropes benefit from a synthetic polypropylene core, which makes them robust and strong. However, thanks to their natural jute outer, they’re still incredibly soft to touch and comfortable enough for prolonged handling.