We’re looking for a material for some ropes and curtains with this clue. This comes from the May 29, 2025, edition of the NYT Crossword Puzzle. This material can be many things because both ropes and curtains are made of different things. We’re looking for a common denominator and one that has six letters because this is for the across section.
What is this material used for: ropes and curtains?
First of all, the rope we are looking for is a natural rope. There are ropes made from steel, and a curtain isn’t made of steel, and an iron curtain is not the same. Ropes can be made from hemp and other types of cloth. Curtains can also be made from cloth, but there are those that are thick and some that are thin and even see-through.
The answer to this clue is a VELVET. A piece of velvet is made from numerous materials such as silk, cotton, polyester, and others. It’s considered to be something a bit luxurious, but it can be made for curtains and ropes, so this fits the bill.
