Synthetic Hemp Rope

What can synthetic hemp be used for?

Synthetic hemp offers unmatched versatility.

Thicker diameters are perfect for handrails and barriers – roping off parks, sectioning off gardens, creating temporary boundaries, and managing foot traffic at events.

Our top-quality synthetic hemp rope is suitable for indoor and outdoor use – a great choice for garden projects, including decking, rope fences, handrails, and more.

The benefits of synthetic hemp rope

It’s flexible and soft to the touch, yet easy to grip. It is easily spliced and takes knots well.

Combined with its desirable rustic appearance, strength and overall resilience to wear and tear, it is a fantastic candidate for both indoor and outdoor settings, and a wide range of home and commercial projects.

Very often it’s chosen for garden projects. Synthetic hemp is one of the hardiest options available for extended outdoor use. Perfect for use as decking rope, in rope fences and handrails, lawn edging, rose swags, swing seats, etc., as well as on ships and boats, in construction, and kids’ play areas (used to make garden swings, rope ladders, climbing ropes and more).

To give you a little inspiration, we have some fantastic examples and great photos showing how synthetic hemp can be used in our blog. So be sure to take a look!

Synthetic fibre rope doesn’t shrink or swell when it gets wet, and the diameter tends to be more precise than with natural fibre rope. However, some small discrepancies can still occur. So if you plan to pass your synthetic hemp through posts – for example, on decking or as garden rails – please wait for the rope to arrive before drilling holes.

Generally, the holes will need to be larger than the rope’s diameter. We advise drilling a test hole in some spare timber so you can match the size with the rope you have in your hand. There is more information on measuring properly here.

Watch our video for guidance and top tips.

Discover the range of synthetic hemp

As well as the traditional 3-strand rope in a large range of diameters, we sell an elegant, plaited handrail rope in 28mm and 36mm.

Our synthetic hemp is available to buy:

• By the metre – up to one continuous length of 220m
• Wound on reels – for ease of handling and storage
• In coils – best value for money, measuring 100m or 220m long

Plus, you can choose from a broad range of diameters, ranging from thin ropes of just 4mm to hefty options measuring up to 65mm. So whatever your needs or preferences, we’re bound to have a synthetic hemp product that suits you.

We also stock a selection of quality brass fittings, including end hooks, end cups/plates, end caps and centre brackets that will finish your project in style.

And, as one of our ultimate best-sellers, we always have plenty of stock in the warehouse – allowing us to provide an efficient 1-2 day turnaround on any order placed by 12 pm (weekday).

Why choose synthetic rope over natural rope?

Ropes made from natural fibres tend to absorb water, which can contribute to mildew, shrinkage, and rot. 

However, if you opt for synthetic rope over natural, you’ll find unmatched resistance to extreme weather and chemicals. 

Is there a difference between synthetic hemp rope and polyhemp rope?

No, not at all – they’re just two terms used interchangeably to describe the same thing. A rope made from spun polypropylene with a ‘natural hemp’ aesthetic.

In addition to polyhemp rope, you may also see synthetic hemp rope referred to as hempex rope or hardy hemp. It’s all just the same thing, and when you’re shopping for synthetic hemp products online, it doesn’t really matter which term you use – it’s the quality and price that matter most to us at RopesDirect.

Why buy synthetic hemp from RopesDirect?

At RopesDirect, our range covers every base, with synthetic hemp rope available in a variety of lengths, diameters, and quantities. So whatever your specific requirements or preferences, we’re confident we have the right product for you.

Quality is a priority for us. As such, they demonstrate superior performance and are specifically designed to be robust and resilient - even when kept outdoors for a long time.

Yet, as we’re an exclusively online stockist, we save on overheads and pass those savings on to you – meaning you’ll pay considerably less than if you ordered from a traditional chandlery.

Customer satisfaction is important to us, and we strive for speedy delivery with every order so that you can enjoy the benefits of your new purchase as soon as possible. Orders placed before midday during the working week to mainland UK will usually arrive the next day. While pallet loads may take a little longer.

If you still have a question or would like advice on the right product for you, you’re also welcome to get in touch. There isn’t much we don’t know about synthetic hemp, and we’re happy to help. Just fill out our contact form, and we’ll get back to you.

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