I wanted a good looking, but sturdy rope to hang a lighting sconce I made for an outdoor canopy, I was wondering if this rope is thick enough? The lights aren't heavy, but didn't want it to look too skinny? I wanted a good looking, but sturdy rope to hang a lighting sconce I made for an outdoor canopy, I was wondering if this rope is thick enough? The lights aren't heavy, but didn't want it... » Read More I wanted a good looking, but sturdy rope to hang a lighting sconce I made for an outdoor canopy, I was wondering if this rope is thick enough? The lights aren't heavy, but didn't want it to look too skinny? « Show Less
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I just got this rope recently myself and it is fairly thick, maybe a 1/4 inch. Definitely good for hanging anything.
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Yes very nice swing with thick rope, installed on our deck with lots of use. I am over 200 pounds and it holds me nicely.
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Hi I really dont think it would be a good idea. the rope is very slick and unless it has lots of wear and tear on it I dont think it would be a good idea. im using my rope now for about a month and its still pretty smooth. i would suggest getting a rope thay frays. hope this was helpful
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honestly i wouldn't, it is really just stretched canvas with photograph printed onto the canvas, typical home decor. I think that it may not be sturdy enough. If you live somewhere moderate in climate year round and plan to have it on a covered patio that does not get to much sun (since it is not made for outdoors will almost defiantly fade in direct sun) and is not exposed to the elements, Maybe? But if you decide to do it, be prepared that you could spend the money and have it not last long. I have mine on a big wall in my living room and love it, I get complements all the time. I hope this helps! honestly i wouldn't, it is really just stretched canvas with photograph printed onto the canvas, typical home decor. I think that it may not be sturdy enough. If you live somewhere moderate in climate year round and plan to have it on a covered patio that does not get to much sun (since it is not made for outdoors will almost defiantly fade in direct sun) and is not exposed to the elements, Maybe? But if you decide to do it, be prepared that you could spend the money and have it not last long. I have mine on a big wall in my living room and love it, I get complements all the time. I hope... » Read More honestly i wouldn't, it is really just stretched canvas with photograph printed onto the canvas, typical home decor. I think that it may not be sturdy enough. If you live somewhere moderate in climate year round and plan to have it on a covered patio that does not get to much sun (since it is not made for outdoors will almost defiantly fade in direct sun) and is not exposed to the elements, Maybe? But if you decide to do it, be prepared that you could spend the money and have it not last long. I have mine on a big wall in my living room and love it, I get complements all the time. I hope this helps! « Show Less
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It comes as a swag. All I had to do was buy a plug, attach that and hang it. I did have to buy hooks to hang it too. It was easy and looks good. Be aware that the shade that comes with it is very large so I did buy a smaller one because it looked better where I hung mine over the sink. If you are hanging it over an eating area or in a living room, the large shade should be perfect. I was very pleased with this purchase as the overall quality was nice and sturdy.
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No, it is too light weight. Plus, the trellis is just over 6 feet tall yet the stakes are only 12 inches. That does not meet typical construction standards. There is also a large vining plant on my trellis. Therefore, extra weight will create a problem down the road. If you can get many years of use out of the trellis without securing it to a stronger structure that's great. I have been a landscape contractor and involved in the green industry for many years. It is just my opinion that it is light-weight trellis and needs added support.
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Hi Loren, people usually hang it from the ceiling, we send our trapeze with extra nylon ropes if you ceiling is too high or if you want to hang it over a beam or a tree. The only thing what you have to buy are the ceiling hooks. Hope it helped! Thank you, TracyYOGABODY Naturals
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you cannot use a dimmer on this type of lighting . they only work one way just plug in and thats it .you cannot dim rope lighting
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The one thing that I don't like is that the hanging wire is exposed. I was looking for a cover over it. I am in new construction, so can put anything - even a wire cover over. I have found a curtain rod that will fit over the wire and hope that will work. Unfortunate that it is such an great light fixture and the wire is exposed!
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Yes, I actually used two 100 ft light strings. Just make sure that you have appropriate guide/support strings to accomodate the weight of the lights so they do not hang too low.
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It is not as thick as the regular painting canvas a person would purchase at a craft store, but I did use it to paint on. I used plain acrylic paint mixed with a fabric medium. I'm currently using it as a rug. I heard of others using regular wall paint and hanging them as curtains. If you want high quality, this probably is not your best option. However, for the price, I would try it. Worse case scenario would be to use it as a drop cloth or start a different project:)
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It would be sad to tape or glue a nice, natural fiber rope. And, none of them will last as long as the rope -- especially if exposed to the weather.Google "Matthew Walker knot", "Wall and crown knot" or "Manrope knot" if you can have a small knob on the end of the rope. If not, try a "Whipping knot". All will hold up better and will look better, too.
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Hi, the swing and rope are pretty heavy. You would need to hang it from a stud in the ceiling or a support beam of similar. I would not recommend trying to hang this particular swing anyplace inside- ot outside from a sturdy tree branch. Sorry.
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It should be tall enough as the rope to hang during setup is adjustable. You will have quite a bit of extra slack though, may have to trim the rope when finished setting up.
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the lights our connected from end to end some what like rope lights. I used them outside during Christmas in one of my trees and had ten strands all hooked together. Just be aware that the more lights you connect to one strand, the brightness tends to dim towards the end of the strands if a lot our hooked up. Also beware if you have them outside and it gets cold out the wires are thin and brittle. I ended up loosing two strands form below 0 temperatures this winter so I will have to rethink where I put them up next year..
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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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It is a thick heavy rope, but not rappel rope. I have 2 of them and trust them to catch me.