Page 28 - The Pocket Guide to Essential Knots

TRANSOM KNOT

This is an excellent knot for fixing together cross-pieces of wood,

bamboo, canes etc., and often used in the garden for supports for

plants. It can also be used in the outdoors for building shelters or

temporary structures. While not as strong or rigid as a square

lashing (see page 68) it is particularly useful for light jobs that

require many knots to be tied.

1 Pass the line around the first of the two objects to be secured and then

back over itself.

POSSIBLE USES?

• Garden trellises, frames and plant supports.