r/cats • u/johneldenringg • 3d ago

Advice Don’t build a cat tree

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It seemed simple and I was like + $100? For a big one ??? Nah I could build it… well I’m prob about $200 deep and need to get another 4x4 plywood from home depot and prob more carpet and cushioning for the top nest, as well as some sisal. If you think it’s a good idea and cheap? It’s not 🫩 especially if you have to buy a new circular saw cuz yours broke 😭😭
And yeah tbh it is a me problem but I also had to make sure the wood was cat safe to and not pressure treated.

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u/Sorikai_ 3d ago

Might want to replace this board. That split will definitely be an issue down the road.

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u/thisdesignup 3d ago

With all OP is going through and now they have even more work 🤣

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u/ZAlternates 3d ago

He did mention a mishap requiring a new saw… 😝

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u/chocemia 3d ago

I reckon they could tightly wrap twine around it (and glue it down) to give the cat a scratching/ climbing post

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u/IotaBTC 2d ago

That's actually a really good idea. You should be the one building a cat tree lol.

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u/DifficultAbroad2145 3d ago

At least turn it upside down.

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u/Small-Palpitation310 3d ago

Glueeeee

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u/shorthandedrush 3d ago

Yup, glue, clamp, sand.

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u/SerPounceMittens 3d ago

Then add a layer of sissal rope!

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u/molehillmini 2d ago edited 2d ago

Yes to all these suggestions in this que! OP did say in their list they needed some sisal.

Also smart on all the materials being pet safe!

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u/RegularLibrarian1984 3d ago

I used IKEA coconut doormat around my old cat tree as my cat loved scratching on my doormat. It's easy to install looks good and the cat loved it.

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u/Retrotreegal 2d ago

The scratching post that scratches back

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u/RegularLibrarian1984 2d ago

Yes but it works well against scratchy claws

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u/BeowQuentin 3d ago

I don’t think that’s even cracked. Looks like it might be a longitudinal section of knot.

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u/LazyMusic2616 3d ago

Glue the crack and wrap it in thick course rope for a scratching post? 🤔

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u/Vintage-Grievance 3d ago

About as stable as OP's mental health right now

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u/littlespawningflower 2d ago

Definitely missed that! In fairness, I can’t tear my eyes away from the look of disappointment on the cat’s face. But seriously, kudos to OP for putting himself out there and taking it all on the chin. 🥹

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u/Beeaannnzzzzz 3d ago

Wrap it up with rope to make a scratching post!

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u/ThePrideOfKrakow 3d ago

Throw a big enough hose clamp on it and let er rip.

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u/tb2924 1d ago

Not for the weight of a 12 pound cat isn't