Jute Coils
Available in 6mm – 12mm diameters (coils or by the meter)
Commonly used in gardening, tying and bundling, handicraft and decorative projects.
Jute is softer, less course and more flexible than natural Sisal and Manila, but also less durable. Jute rope is naturally sandy brown but can easily be dyed using fabric dye.
Key properties at a glance:
- Traditional decorative rope
- Natural biodegradable fibres
- Poor abrasion, water and rot resistance
- Store in a cool dry place
- Very good knot stability
Related: Manila, Hemp, Sisal & Synthetic Hemp
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Jute Technical Details
Diameter / Weight
Diameter | Weight per 220m (kg) |
6mm | 5 |
8mm | 10 |
10mm | 15 |
12mm | 23 |
14mm | 32 |
16mm | 42 |
Resistance
Resistance | Description |
UV resistance | Good |
Abrasion resistance | Poor |
Rot and mould | No |
Heat | Natural heat resistant properties |
Properties
Properties | Description |
Construction | Twisted 3-strand natural fibre. Constructed from long, soft, shiny vegetable fibres spun into course, strong threads. Jute is a shrub from the family Malvaceae |
Material | Natural |
Appearance | Sandy brown. Organic, traditional look |
Feel | Soft to touch. Not course or fibrous. Fuzzy, hairy surface |
Handling | Supple & flexible. Softer than Hemp. Fibres will also soften and wear further over time. May dry hands out with prolonged use |
Strength (dry) |
Breaking strength is approx 20% lower than Manila. Not used for lifting. Suitable if strength is not the primary requirement |
Stretch (elasticity) | Low |
Performance in water | Sinks, absorbs water and will weaken when wet |
Biodegradable | Yes |
Storage | Dry only environments |
Knot retention | Very good |
Can be dyed? | Yes, a wide range of colours using fabric dye |
Additional treatment | Can be treated with mineral oil to keep flexible and preserve lifespan |