Is this rope UV resistant. if so, what is it made out of?I've heard that the only rope that is sunlight resistant if polyester and nylon will deterior
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It does fade in sunlight after a while. I haven't tested for loss of strength though.
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a strong rope like twine maybe? it is comfortable and durable. Ive had it outside in the florida heat for about 5 months and it's still good to go. the two wooden poles that are on either side (as seen in the picture) chip easily when dropped. one came chipped in the mail and theo wood is sensitice to the sun. it has already began to fade abit. no big deal though, I recomend it as a whole and I still enjoy mine. although I look at it more than lay in it lol!
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No I dont think it does. I think it is just the fabric itself that has some measure of UV protection. I have had some of these us for 5 or 6 summers now and they are holding up well - and the UV here in Albuquerque (mile high altitude) are intense. They block most, but not all, sunlight which would leave plenty to grow anything here, even say flowers.
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We've had ours for several years now and I can say that, yes, the padding, blue cover, and netting all seem to be affected by the sun. After one year, the part of the blue spring cover right outside the opening in the net, the only part in the sun, just started to disintegrate. No problem, I just rotated the padding so a new section is in the sun and the shredded part isn't in front of the opening. Now after about 3 years, the netting has started tearing and getting weak where the sun hits it. Rather than just order replacement netting and padding, we're going to replace our trampoline completely. We've had ours for several years now and I can say that, yes, the padding, blue cover, and netting all seem to be affected by the sun. After one year, the part of the blue spring cover right outside the opening in the net, the only part in the sun, just started to disintegrate. No problem, I just rotated the padding so a new section is in the sun and the shredded part isn't in front of the opening. Now after about 3 years, the netting has started tearing and getting weak where the sun hits it. Rather than just order replacement netting and padding, we're going to replace our trampoline... » Read More We've had ours for several years now and I can say that, yes, the padding, blue cover, and netting all seem to be affected by the sun. After one year, the part of the blue spring cover right outside the opening in the net, the only part in the sun, just started to disintegrate. No problem, I just rotated the padding so a new section is in the sun and the shredded part isn't in front of the opening. Now after about 3 years, the netting has started tearing and getting weak where the sun hits it. Rather than just order replacement netting and padding, we're going to replace our trampoline completely. « Show Less
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It appears to made of strong cord that is slightly stretchable, could be a synthetic material that is strong. It is not rope strands and stands up well in weather. I have installed outside as a basketball court net to keep the ball from bounding out of the court. I have had no problem with it breaking or over-stretching.
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Hi, I got this for my son. After using it a week the center did have some broken fibers so we wrapped the center with duct tape. I am not complaining, the way the rope is used I kind of expected it to fray. Maybe in the future the company will wrap the center. Otherwise he was very happy with the rope - a good workout.
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*Rope is Smart Poly material - 80/20 poly / cotton for a softer feel and lasting durability
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It comes with a yellow poly tow rope.....ours broke/shredded after several uses. We prefer a softer white nylon rope. We have two zip lines. The first zip we got had a nylon rope that has held up much better.
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I looked on the packaging, and there was no UV rating, but I've been using it for months and it hasn't yellowed. It doesn't mark the gauge of the product, but it is a nice thickness. I have only one problem with the product, I can't get the wrinkles out. I hope this helped you.
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I've already thrown away the box it came in so I can't be sure of the exact material. However, it is not a tarp-like material or plastic. It is also not canvas similar to sunbrella. It is a synthetic in between. So far I have not seen any degradation of the material itself and my only complaint continues to be the narrow fit over the beam. If I stumble upon a tag that tells me exactly what material it is, I'll post it on here.
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The rope is nylon. I doesn't quite coil up as nice as I'd like but this thing worked perfectly for me this summer. I would recommend.
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I'm almost positive it's synthetic, but its very soft. I've had it for several months now and it hangs between two trees and gets full sun and sprinklers everyday. It still looks great and feels soft. The rope is very stretchy and it shows no sign of sagging. My only complaint to far is that one end of one of the bars has a split in it. I will use some wood glue and a ziptie or hose clamp to keep it from spreading.
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YES!I have had two hanging outside for about a year and no noted deterioration. Very pleased with construction, ease of hanging and durability. Both hang in sun to shield about 1/2 day.
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The "natural" sisal rope is a bit yellowish, about the same color value as a role of masking tape and a bit more yellow than a piece of white, untreated pine. Ours was used in an outdoor setting; the color blended into the environment as it was "natural".
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I have two of these. The tape is more vinyl like than paper. The labels hold up well. That being said I am not sure this would be the case outdoors. If it is weather protected I do not see the sun as being a huge issue although it would shorten the life. I have labels in direct sunlight all the time but in a climate controlled area with no issues.
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Not sure on mildew, but most definitely NOT fade resistant, I live in SC and keep the hammock outside maybe half the time....not nearly the color it was new...but there is no mildew smell or staining and it has been out through several storms
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Sorry, I am not qualified to answer that ...( I don't know if its UV stable ) but its amazing stuff for other projects.