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Decking Rope
Decking rope cut to the exact length you need. Available from 18mm through to 60mm diameter. The most popular and long-lasting option for outdoor use is Synthetic Hemp.
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Synthetic hemp is the most popular option due to its ability to keep its shape in all weather conditions as well as its natural/soft look and feel
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| Best for Outdoor Use |
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| Biodegradable |
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| Effects of Weather | ||||
| UV resistance | Very good | Very good | Very good | Good |
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| Stretch | Good | Very Low | Good | Low |
| Absorbs water |
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| Swells when wet |
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10-15% | 10-15% | 10-15% |
| Change of colour in weather |
– all natural and synthetic fibres will change colour when exposed to weather
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| Lifespan in normal weather conditions | 5-7 years | 3-5 years | 3-5 years | 3-5 years |
| Lifespan indoors | If kept indoors or under shelter, with moderate use it will last decades. | |||
| Look & Feel | ||||
| Look | Natural looking | Rugged natural | Rugged natural | Rugged natural |
| Feel | Smooth with soft texture | Rough fiber texture | Rough fiber texture | Soft and furry |
| Material | Synthetic plastic | 100% natural Sial | 100% natural Manila | 100% natural hemp |
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| Colour | Beige | Golden | Dark brown | Light brown |
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| Treated with | No treatment | Natural oils | Natural oils | No treatment |
| Smell
iIf the rope is newly manufactured the natural mineral treatment can smell chemically. This smell will wear off in approx 4 weeks from the time of manufacture.
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Earthy | Earthy | Earthy | Strong earthy |
| Construction | 3 Strand | 3 Strand | 3 Strand | 3 Strand |
| Diameters available | 16mm – 36mm | 16mm – 44mm | 16mm – 60mm | 16mm – 36mm |
| Made in | Portugal | Brazil | Philippines | Europe |
| Quality standard | EN ISO 1181 – 2004 | EN ISO 1181 – 2004 | ||
| Installation tips | ||||
| Do not drill any holes in your posts until you have received the rope – as diameters may differ slightly from those stated. | ||||
| If selecting natural decking rope add 15% droop between the posts to allow for shrinkage when wet – to avoid posts being pulled over | ||||
| If you are using posts with holes we suggest using synthetic hemp for this application as natural fibers will rot inside the post holes. | ||||
Installation Options: One Continuous Length
Use the fittings below if you intend on attaching one long length to your posts.
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The Centre Bracket screws onto the side of the post. Allowing you to thread the rope through the loop. |
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Posts with holes (not stocked)
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Decking posts will have holes pre-made for you. Thread the decking rope through the holes provided. We suggest using synthetic hemp for this application as natural fibers will rot inside the post holes. IMPORTANT: The diameter is always measured under tension so ropes will be thicker when relaxed. Please allow ±4mm for synthetic ropes and ±6mm for natural ones. We advise waiting for the rope to arrive before choosing a post with pre-drilled holes to make sure it fits. |
Installation Options: Multiple Short Lengths
Use the fittings below if you intend to attach multiple lengths between your posts
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The Decking Plate screws onto the side of the post and the Hook End latches onto the plate allowing you to detach if required. The rope attaches to the Hook End by threading a central screw |
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The Cup End screws onto the side of the post. The rope attaches to the cup end with a central screw. |
Measuring Instructions
Use the following instructions to measure exactly how much decking rope you need before placing your order.
| Step 1) Tape string between the posts. Add slack if you would like to include a decorative droop |
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| Step 2) Lay the string on the floor then use a measuring tape to record the length |
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