Can you use rope as a handrail?

Question

Does a rope handrail on stairs meet building regs?

Dainius · Accepted Answer

Yes, but the proper distance between the cables must be observed.

Gary · Answer

Building regulations won't stop you from using a rope as it's not part of the structure

Adam · Answer

No you cant use rope as a hand rail dangerous and against rules & regulations

John · Answer

No you need scaffolding or get them to install  you some handrails safest way mate

Michael · Answer

You can use rope, best to use quite a thick rope 40mm + and ensure there isn't too much slack.

Waheed · Answer

Building regs don't cover the handrail you can use rope that don't have much slack. If there's kids I wouldn't recommend it.

Daniel · Answer

You can use rope this is not regulated by building control .

Yasin · Answer

I don't think it's appropriate according to building regs.

John · Answer

If you live on a ship yes, in a building not exactly ideal, or safe!

Lee · Answer

Yes you can use rope this doesn't affect building regulations

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