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- Remodelista
- October 1, 2010
- 10:02 am
- 47 comments
We’ve recently noticed and admired the humble rope banister. It offers a simple, clean look using an easily attained (and reclaimed) material–natural and synthetic rope. With a little thought (or a handy friend), a rope banister can become a DIY project.
If you’d prefer help, UK outfit Stair Ropes makes “stair ropes, banister rope, and rope handrails and barriers, using traditional rope working and knotting techniques and a specialist knowledge of ropes and cordage.” Stair Ropes works with clients in both the UK and the US; owner James Watson will spec individual projects and deliver all the necessary components.
Above: Photo via the City Sage.
Below: A selection of fittings from Stair Ropes; both natural and synthetic fiber ropes are available. Synthetic ropes are available in a wide range of colors.
The possibilities for rope are endless. For more ideas, see Remodelista’s post Design Detail: Rope as Functional Decor.
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Thanks for sharing.
Blueberries are yummy yummy for my tummy tummy....
Thanks for sharing! Some very talented cats in there.!
Wow, how wonderful!
It may be good for a person, but I think I'll pass. Thanks though.
47 comments
+ add your owninteresting , my place too small but still great idaes
Thank you for sharing.
Hate them....
WELL .. GREAT .. INNOVATIVE.. VERSATILE
EVEN GOOD FOR EMERGENCY .. IN CASE OF FIRE IN HOUSE ..GRAB THE ROPE AND JUMP OUT OF THE WINDOW ..
Great idea.
Thank you
Too cute with the knot end, and the blue rope
Very nice!
I like it so much!
These would not meet building codes in the U.S.
Certainly not very sturdy or functional...and not very sanitary. I sure wouldn't trust one to be any help on that circular stairway.
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