How Often Do You Clean Your Rope?

A recent GME Supply blog post offered up suggestions for how to make your rope last longer. By taking a few simple steps you can ensure your safety, and save money. “Between jobs, be sure to store your rope correctly. Using rope bags is the best way to protect rope from getting dirty, and UV damage. Rope that sits out in the sun can have decreased strength and flexibility. Not good. While on the tower, always keep rope away from sharp objects. If rubbing the rope over an edge is unavoidable, always use some sort of edge protection. Just a little nick in rope can lead to failure, either in the long-term or even immediately. Also, if you’re doing any welding, be sure your ropes are protected from the heat and sparks,” Alex G. wrote on the company’s blog. It’s also a good idea to clean your rope. If you only use your rope periodically, then you won’t need to clean it as often, but if you use it often then it’s best to clean it once a month. “Regardless, washing will help remove any dirt or grime that’s worked its way into the rope, which decreases strength,” Alex G. explains.