A passion for rope: how to use rope to decorate your home in a thousand different ways

Rope has always been used mostly in the nautical field. It is in fact ideal in this context because it is a very resistant material, useful for docking and mooring operations. But precisely because of its robustness, it can also be used for a thousand other purposes and in different environments and contexts. And this includes being used around the home as well.

Whether it is a highly resistant one, made from jute or hemp, or from some softer and thinner materials, it is an excellent ally in home furnishings and decoration. It can give interiors and exteriors a different style based on how it is used. It hints at comfort, but always with a touch of refinement and elegance. And it lends itself in particular to enriching the style of beach houses, to which it can give a nautical or boho-chic touch and feel.

Look at the unexpected versatility and how many amazing ideas there are below:

A very good idea may be to wrap the edge of a mirror of any shape and size with rope. It will instantly take on the appearance of a very special piece of furniture.

Using the same technique you can decorate photo frames, paintings and anything else that requires a frame with something else placed inside. In addition to being beautiful, the rope frames are fun to make and lend themselves to the application of  extra decorations of all kinds.

And why not cover stools, chairs, ottomans or small tables with rope to update their style? It is precision work, but once finished, the result is spectacular.

By weaving the rope using nautical knots, it is possible to make coasters, placemats, trivets and placemats for the table to be used, perhaps, at breakfast or dinner. Choose a color, a material and a size and go wild.

And with the same technique and a sturdier, spartan rope you can even make rugs and doormats. For a beach house they will be perfect.

Rope is also suitable for decorating any type of handle, from those of the drawers and wardrobes, to those of slightly more special doors or windows. It is possible to wrap them in rope or, if made of a strong enough material, to replace them entirely with the rope itself.

And how about attaching curtains to rings made of rope? A truly alternative and original solution. Give it a try.

Rope can also be used as a simple decorative element to place, for example, in vases or glass jars. A little bit is enough, even if positioned randomly, to spruce up a small space in a few seconds.

And there are even those who have decided to cover supporting columns, stair handrails and even walls, taking on a real DIY home project makeover.

Due to its sturdiness, as we have seen, rope is ideal for supporting even large weights without it breaking. This is especially true for some types of rope. It can therefore be used to support hammocks and swings, to decorate verandas and gardens in a rustic or boho-chic style. The effect is truly spectacular and comfort is guaranteed.

Also by virtue of its sturdiness, rope lends itself to becoming a very unique handrail for the stairs of houses decorated in a nautical theme.

And the uses to which rope lends itself can be very varied - perhaps even infinite. Its versatility of style and practicality has no limits. So give free rein to your creativity, and try some of the projects described in this article!