Which barrier rope is best for me?
Barrier rope: the name is pretty self explanatory. But actually, there are plenty of ropes out there which are appropriate for creating a barrier. So which one is best?
Perhaps you need some rope to create a queuing system. Or it is a safety issue? Does it need to look a certain way? We can help you choose a rope that best meets all of your requirements.
WHICH ROPE IS BEST FOR MAKING BARRIERS?
As the name suggests, this rope is manufactured specifically for creating barriers. It’s a soft, textured rope that’s easy to handle. Its 3-strand construction makes it easy to splice and we can attach hooks, rope cups and other fittings with ease.
If you’d like us to attach the hooks onto your barrier rope for you, customise your order by clicking ‘hook and eye fitting’ in the drop down menu for left and right end.
We stock this barrier rope in 24mm so it’s relatively chunky – alongside its bold colouring, this rope creates a conspicuous boundary. We keep this product in red, royal blue and black, but other colours may also be available. Just contact us if you’re interested in a colour which isn’t listed on our website and we can see what we can do.
Dockline makes a rather sleek barrier rope, especially when combined with our chrome hooks, as shown above. This rope makes a stylish barrier in situations such as queuing for concerts, museums, and other events.
We stock dockline in black and navy with a variety of sizes available from 12mm to 24mm.
POLYPROPYLENE ROPE (SPLITFILM)
This stuff has to be one of the most versatile ropes out there. It’s very cheap (you can get a 6mm minicoil for about £3!) so it’s often used to make temporary queuing systems, rather than buying an expensive product that you’ll only use once. It’s light, easy to handle, and coils up nicely when you’re finished with it. And it’s a great investment because this product has countless uses once you’re finished using it as a barrier rope, from DIY projects to garden rope.
We stock this rope in 15m or 30m minicoils, ranging from 6mm to 12mm.
Predominantly a boat rope, 3 strand polyester is a reliable product which can create a sturdy barrier. At a glance, it looks similar to our polypropylene minicoils, but this rope is firmer and available in larger sizes (4mm to 24mm). It’s easy to handle, has low-stretch, and doesn’t lose its strength when wet, making it great to use in marine areas.
Can’t choose between our polypropylene minicoils and 3 strand polyester? Meet in the middle with multifilament polypropylene (MFPP). This rope was produced to look as similar as possible to 3 strand polyester, but it’s a much lighter, more flexible product. It can also float.
Tiger rope is a low cost, high quality product. It’s manufactured from extruded copolymer fibres, which creates a rope that size for size is almost triple the strength of natural ropes. And it’s almost 50% stronger than traditional polypropylene ropes. Despite its strength, this still remains a lightweight rope and has excellent abrasion resistance.
If you’re interested in buying in bulk, we stock full reels (220m) of tiger rope at a discounted price, as well as selling it by the metre.
Sometimes we want a barrier rope that is big and bold – and sometimes we want something a little more ‘aesthetically pleasing’, like our hardy hemp. This product is made of polypropylene, making it very durable and weather-resistant, but it looks just like a natural rope.
Hardy hemp is a popular choice when it comes to cordoning areas off and creating fencing in settings where you want to maintain a rustic, natural feel, such as in gardens, children’s play areas, farms and golf courses.
Hardy hemp is easy to splice, and we can easily add hooks, cups, and what-not to your order. We stock hardy hemp in a range of diameters, from 4mm to 36mm.
EDELRID CONFIDENCE STATIC ROPE
It’s not always about aesthetic though – sometimes safety is key. This rope is designed for sectioning off areas during climbing and mountaineering activities. It’s a lightweight product which group leaders can carry with them in case they need to safeguard any exposed sections on their adventures. And with 3D lap coiling, it wont get tangled up in your bag.
We’re stocking this product as a 8mm x 20m bagged rope. This rope is not designed for use on glaciers and isn’t suitable to be used as a single rope during climbing.
While we have many options at ropelocker for creating barriers, there’s often a lot more to consider than people initially realise. The purpose of the rope, where it’s being used, and the requirements needed can often be overlooked.
If you need any more inspiration for your barrier rope, browse our website for more ideas. And if you’re still stuck, don’t hesitate to contact us.