The rope will stretch naturally over time and may need to be compensated for by adjusting the chains at the end of the hammock. If this is an older hammock, and you have already shortened the chains as far as you can, it probably means the rope is nearing the end of its life. If the rope does not appear to be frayed or weak, you can try adjusting the hanging distance or hanging height (if possible). Please refer to our chart below, when trying to determine hanging distance or hook height.