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3. The third method is to wrap the loose ends tightly with
some kind of tape. Electrical tape might work well because
it can be wrapped very tightly. The disadvantage of this
method is the tape may degrade and need to be replaced.

4. The fourth is to coat the cut ends with a product such as
Whip-End Dip®. This is a water-based liquid vinyl prod-
uct. When dry, this product produces a coating around the
end of the rope designed to prevent the ends from fraying.

The type and quality of rope you’re working with will dictate
how much care should be taken when treating the cut ends.
For example, some people who are working with rope that
has an inner core will tape the end of the rope tightly, cut
near the tape, melt the loose fibers, and finish by whipping
the end.
The method you decide to use will be entirely up to
you. The main thing to remember is when you cut a rope,
you should always treat the cut ends using the appropriate
method for the type of rope you are working with.
There’s often an exception to these types of rules and
this one is no different. If time is of the essence, you may
choose to simply tie a knot in the end of the rope to keep
it from unraveling. This isn’t the ideal method but it might
work in a pinch.

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