SOLD BY THE METRE - A QUANTITY OF 1 = 1 METRE. We love to use our 40mm hemp rope for a wide range of applications. It's perfect for traditional sailing rope, garden decking, treehouses, construction, rope swings, ladders, and much more. Hemp has been the rope material of choice for generations, with civilizations as far back as 8,000–10,000 BC in China showing evidence of hemp rope use. The Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, Vikings, and Royal Navy have all relied on the strength and durability of hemp. We believe it remains an excellent choice today for anyone seeking a high-quality, long-lasting natural rope. It’s also an environmentally conscious option. Our rope is made in the EU using high-quality organic farming methods and is naturally biodegradable. It requires less water than other natural materials and does not need pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers during production—unlike cotton, which uses a significant portion of global agricultural chemicals. Synthetic ropes can release microplastics into the environment that persist for hundreds of years, but this is not a concern with hemp. Additionally, hemp acts as a natural carbon sink, effectively capturing CO2 from the atmosphere. It can grow in poor soil conditions where other crops fail and leaves the soil healthier and more fertile after harvest. Suggested Uses: Gym climbing rope, battle ropes, workout fitness rope, tug of war rope, garden decking rope, traditional sailing rope, canal boats, nautical theming, hanging shelves, theatre rigging, adventure playground equipment, children's play areas, jungle gyms, rope swings, ropes courses, treehouses, rope ladders, rope bridges, rope nets, rope fences, curtain tiebacks, edging and framing, arts and crafts, natural pet toys, parrot climbing frames, activity centers, dog chew toys, construction rope, lifting rope, and many DIY projects. Let us know how you plan to use your hemp rope. Features: - Diameter: 40mm - Circumference: 125.6mm - Construction: 4-strand twisted - Breaking Strength (maximum load): 8580 lb / 3891 kg - Weight per metre: 682g - Origin: Europe - All-Natural: Yes - Core: No - Buoyancy: Floats - Abrasion Resistance: Excellent - Tensile Strength: Excellent - Knot Retention: Excellent - Biodegradable: Yes Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Aroma: Hemp rope may have a strong, natural aroma when first received, often described as similar to hay or flour sacks. While the scent significantly diminishes over several months, a subtle, natural odor may remain throughout the rope's lifespan. Over time, the aroma becomes milder and more pleasant, leaving a soft, sweet, hay-like fragrance.