Flax or sisal: which type of rope should we choose if we're looking for a strong cord? Both types of rope are natural, but they have specific properties that should be considered.
This article discusses the difference between "twisted rope" and each of the raw materials. This is twisted rope at least 4mm thick, but often with a much larger diameter.
Sisal Sisal is a fairly rough and stiff rope. Although sisal's price has risen sharply in recent years, it's still the cheapest of the three. The rope is therefore ideal for all kinds of uses. Because it's so rough, sisal is not suitable for tug-of-war or other sports. However, it is ideal for cat scratching posts. A sisal rope is prone to rot because it easily absorbs water. When used outdoors, it's important to replace the rope in a timely manner. Sisal shrinks when wet and expands when dry. It is less susceptible to degradation from sunlight. In general, sisal is ideal for indoor use or in dry climates.
Flax It produces a beautifully soft rope. It is ideal as a pull rope or banister cord. Flax is also frequently used for theater cords. Today, many decorative applications, such as shop windows or exhibition stands, are finished with flax rope. Historically, flax rope was also used to ring bells. Flax rope rots easily and is less suitable for outdoor use. It has a light, pleasant "hay" scent. Flax rope has 95% of the breaking strength of sisal.
Applications:
Sisal:
- Cat scratching post
- Tie up or decoration inside - rough
- General DIY
Flax:
- Stair railing
- Tug of war or climbing indoors
- Interior decoration – elegant
- Theater
Corbeo offers these cords in various diameters and lengths. Besides natural ropes, there are also numerous synthetic ropes you can use.
