Rope Bondage FAQ

What kind of rope should I use?

Please see our page on types of rope

How much rope do I need?

That depends on what you intend to do.

It's common for people to have:

• two 12ft/3m pieces for tying limbs together
• two-four 25ft/8m pieces for tying limbs to bedposts and such
• at least one 50ft/15m piece for body harnesses

Generally, rope that is .25inches/6mill or less in diameter is good for tying wrists and ankles and rope of thicker diameter is good for body harnesses.

Do I need any equipment for safety?

Please see out page on basic rules of rope safety

Does rope bondage hurt?

It's not suppose to. Bottoms may feel some skin pinching while ties are being applied. As with most physical activities, there is a chance of injury do to carelessness. Please see our do's and don'ts page for more information on playing safely.

What does ______ mean?

Please see our terminology page.

How do I learn to tie up people?

Please see our links page for rope bondage and other BDSM resources.

Is it legal to tie people up?

If you have their permission it is. However, there is the matter of whether or not your bottom has the capacity to give informed consent.

Do have a question to add to this page?

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