Hemp is the strongest natural fiber and has a truly rustic and natural look. It is naturally mold and mildew resistant and suited for both indoor and outdoor use. Used for over a millennia in Asia and the Middle East, and strong enough to be the primary rope material on sailing ships, it certainly has and will continue to stand up to the test of time. Wax on the end of the rope keeps it from fraying, and the growth and production of hemp is incredibly eco-friendly!