Using a net at the reling...

[Syserenity]

I am making up the boat for departure a longer cruise and I thought of installing a net covering the reling, in protection of falling stuff or crew/me overboard. I have installed a rope covering harnishing, but I thought it could be a good idea and I have already seen some at Cruiser boats.
Does anyone of you have experience of something similar/equal and what would you suggest. Does a net like this complicate live on board or not? Does it actually help in some way?

Tks for your helpful answer and comments....

[psk125]

If it keeps you onboard just once, it might be worth it. Read the thread "Have you been saved?" to find out about people who've gone overboard between the lifelines.

[barnakiel]

Our boat is netted allround. Buckets, cans, sails, etc. tend to stay within. Stupid perhaps, but it makes me feel safer too.

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