our jute fiber has been exposed to the sun for two weeks before weaving the rope, so it is almost no smell, please buy it with confidence. Best bet is to pre-shrink them (soak it and dry it out) and then not pull it too tight when you install it. Twisted Jute Rope (3/4 in x 100 ft) Natural Thick Hemp Rope for DIY Crafts, Railings, Hammock, Decorating - ... , Twisted Manila Rope,20mm Natural Thick Hemp Rope Heavy Duty Tug of War Ropes Thick Rope for Crafts Railing Gardening Bundling Hammocks Home Decorating ... 2 offers from $26.95. Manila Rope 3/4 Inch X 100 Ft, Natural Hemp... Question: Does the rope have strong oil or chemical smell? Answer: All Jute and hemp rope contains oil in the manufacturing process to improve the flexibility and wear-resistance. Has been treated by special process, almost no oily taste, black spot and hard burrs. 3/8 in. x 100 ft. Twisted Manila 3 Strand Natural Fiber Utility Rope Thick Rope Outdoor Twisted (3/4 In X 20 Ft) Natural Thick Hemp Rope For DIY Crafts, Railings, Hammock, Decorating Jute Rope Perfect for crafting, railings, swing beds, treehouse, nautical themed space, almost any decorative project. The amaran Lantern 65 is a 2ft (65cm) omnidirectional modifier built for filling spaces with soft, ambient lighting. Featuring a quick-build design, this spherical light modifier can transform hard point-source LEDs into a soft, 360º lighting solution for home studio setups in seconds Question: Will this shrink when it gets wet? Answer: Jute and hemp rope typically do, it will shrink 5-8% when it gets wet, but they will also mostly stretch back out under load.