I know I am geeking out on some stupid stuff, but I am wondering if anyone can shed some light on the different types of nylon string and why one would be better than the other.
Last year when I grew my tomatoes I used some mason's string from the local hardware store. There was a lot that I like about it but other things that I didn't. The main thing that I did not like was tying knots was a pain. It would unravel the knot and more or less was 'resistant' to holding a knot. It seemed like it was a bit 'stiffer' than the old trotline string I used to use as a kid.
Of course as I practiced my googlefu I now have more questions than answers. People are talking about tarred lines and bank lines and all sorts of stuff.
Also just in case you were wondering, I am not interested in jute or cotton butcher's twine. I want to use a stronger line that can hold up much better to the elements.
The only other criteria I have is that the diameter of the string needs to allow me to use tomato clips on it.
Last year when I grew my tomatoes I used some mason's string from the local hardware store. There was a lot that I like about it but other things that I didn't. The main thing that I did not like was tying knots was a pain. It would unravel the knot and more or less was 'resistant' to holding a knot. It seemed like it was a bit 'stiffer' than the old trotline string I used to use as a kid.
Of course as I practiced my googlefu I now have more questions than answers. People are talking about tarred lines and bank lines and all sorts of stuff.
Also just in case you were wondering, I am not interested in jute or cotton butcher's twine. I want to use a stronger line that can hold up much better to the elements.
The only other criteria I have is that the diameter of the string needs to allow me to use tomato clips on it.