Rope
Trizo Rope
Solution-dyed olefin rope with a braided polyester core, rated to 5,000 UV hours.
A rope weave is only as good as the fibre it is braided from. Trizo is solution-dyed — the colour is added to the polymer before it is extruded, so it runs through the whole fibre rather than sitting on the surface. That is why a solution-dyed rope holds its colour for years while a surface-dyed one goes chalky in a single summer. The core is braided polyester, which gives the rope its recovery: sit on it for three hours and it returns to shape rather than holding the impression.
Specification
| Fibre | Solution-dyed olefin over braided polyester core |
|---|---|
| UV stability | 5,000 hours |
| Rope diameter | 4 mm |
| Tensile strength | 180 kg |
| Colourfastness (Blue Wool) | 7–8 |
| Water absorption | <0.1 % |
Care
Rinse with fresh water and a soft brush. Rope dries from the inside out, so leave cushions off for an hour after washing rather than replacing them straight away.
Common questions
How long does outdoor rope furniture last?
A solution-dyed olefin rope rated to 5,000 UV hours will hold its colour and strength for roughly eight to ten years in Indian sun, and six to eight in Gulf conditions. The failure mode is fading rather than breaking — the rope is still structurally sound long after it stops looking new.