Natural Sisal Rope

100% natural and biodegradable Sisal rope. Ideal for crafts, gardening, bundling as well as making and replacing cat scratching posts.  You can also personalise your sisal rope with the Sisal splicing tool

 

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Ordering the right length

Sisal will shrink when wet and lengthen once dry. When measuring the length you should allow for an additional 10% which should cover you.

Note: Because the diameter is measured whilst the rope is under tension during its manufacture, its diameter may be slightly larger than stated.

Diameter / Weight / Break load 

DiameterWeight per 220m (kg)Break load (kg)*
6mm6263
8mm12459
10mm15707
12mm231,006
14mm311,357
16mm421,754
18mm482,203
20mm612,703
24mm883,856
28mm1175,202
32mm1546,732
36mm1968,456

*Break load for indication purposes only. Not test certified. Break loads will also lower as a result of splicing and knotting.

Resistance 

ResistanceDescription
UV resistanceGood
Abrasion resistancePoor 
Rot and mouldNo 
ChemicalAcids: poor resistance. Alkalis: good. Moderate resistance to oil & gas

Properties 

PropertiesDescription
ConstructionTwisted 3-strand
Material100% natural. Made from natural fibres from the Agave Sisalana plant (Sisal)
Quality certifiedISO 9002
AppearanceVery light, sandy, straw colour. Natural, traditional look
FeelCourse, stiff and hairy. Less dense & slightly softer than Manila
HandlingPliable, flexible. May be rough on hands with continued handling. Treat to soften
Density1.35
Strength (dry)Lower strength than Manila & other synthetic ropes. Suited to lighter or temporary loads or for decorative effect
Shock absorbencyPoor
Elongation at break loadLow
Stretch (elasticity)Low
Performance in waterAbsorbs water and will sink. Length will shrink and girth will expand
Melting/ charring pointChars at 165°C 
Electrical conductivityVery poor
BiodegradableYes
StorageDry only – DO NOT store in wet environment 
Knot retentionGood
Can be spliced?Yes
Can be cut?Yes – will unravel at ends
Can be dyed?Yes with liquid dye
TreatmentHas been treated with vegetable oil