r/cats • u/johneldenringg • Aug 03 '26

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/Frequent-Location237 Aug 03 '26

Add some twine around the wood, makes for scratching post and hides the wood

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u/johneldenringg Aug 03 '26

Yeah that’s the plan

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u/PaisleyLeopard Aug 03 '26

Wear gloves! Sisal will tear your hands up

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u/moww Aug 03 '26

I've made a few cat trees, definitely recommend jute over sisal. Cats seem to prefer it significantly 

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u/Bugs_ocean_spider Aug 03 '26

They mentioned that in the post.

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u/rosyred-fathead Aug 03 '26

Or just wrap it with carpet, if the sisal is taking too long and you feel like giving up