Tarred Marline Twine
This product is a traditional tarred marline twine, highly valued for its exceptional durability and resistance to harsh environmental conditions. The twine is manufactured from natural fibers that are treated with a protective tar coating. This treatment seals the fibers, offering superior protection against moisture, rot, mildew, and abrasion, making it particularly suitable for marine and heavy-duty outdoor applications.
Key Specifications
- Material: Natural fiber twine treated with tar
- Colour: Dark brown or black (due to the tar treatment)
- Durability: Extremely resistant to water, rot, and UV degradation
- Structure: Tightly twisted construction for high tensile strength
- Application: Provides a reliable, non-slip grip when tied
Ideal Applications
Tarred marline twine is the classic choice for applications demanding maximum longevity and environmental resistance:
- Marine use, including whipping the ends of ropes, serving, and seizing in rigging.
- Heavy-duty outdoor lashing and securing where exposure to weather is constant.
- Gardening and landscaping tasks requiring a twine that will not degrade quickly in soil or moisture.
- Construction and industrial binding where high abrasion resistance is needed.
This twine offers proven, long-lasting performance for critical securing and binding tasks.