Diy Cat Tower

DIY cat towers are a great way to provide your cat with a place to scratch, climb, and play, without spending a lot of money. They can be made from a variety of materials, including wood, cardboard, and PVC pipe.

To make a simple DIY cat tower, you will need the following materials:

• A base (a piece of plywood or sturdy cardboard)
• Vertical supports (PVC pipe, two-by-fours, or sturdy branches)
• Platforms (plywood, cardboard, or sturdy pieces of fabric)
• Sisal rope or twine (for scratching posts)
• Carpet or other soft material (for covering platforms)
• Hardware (screws, nails, and staples)

Once you have gathered your materials, follow these steps:

1. Assemble the base of the cat tower. If you are using plywood, cut out a piece to the desired size and shape. If you are using cardboard, tape two or more boxes together to create a sturdy base.
2. Attach the vertical supports to the base. If you are using PVC pipe, use screws or nails to attach it to the base. If you are using two-by-fours, screw or nail them together to create a square post. If you are using branches, use screws or nails to attach them to the base, but be careful not to over-tighten the screws or nails, as this could split the wood.
3. Attach the platforms to the vertical supports. If you are using plywood, cut out the platforms to the desired size and shape. If you are using cardboard, tape two or more pieces of cardboard together to create a sturdy platform. If you are using fabric, cut out the platforms to the desired size and shape, and then sew them together around the edges. Use screws or nails to attach the platforms to the vertical supports.
4. Cover the scratching posts with sisal rope or twine. Wrap the sisal rope or twine tightly around the posts, and secure it with wood glue or hot glue.
5. Cover the platforms with carpet or other soft material. Use staples or screws to attach the carpet or fabric to the platforms.

Once your cat tower is complete, place it in a location where your cat will have easy access to it. Your cat will love their new cat tower, and it will help to keep them entertained and active.