My previous cat tree, made of carpet, is falling apart from my cats' scratching. Does this material last long?
150986
I sent this product back. Just by looking at it I new it would not hold up to any cat with claws. It is not real carpet.
150987
Our cat only has hind nails. The material and craftsmanship is sturdy. Our cat loves this product and we stand behind our review of this condo. Worthy of every penny we spent.
1775168
I have two adult cats but have not had any issues with the material wearing to the wooden frame so quickly. I would probably exchange it.
1127874
I have a 16lb and an 18 lb cat and have had no problems with the cat tree holding up, I also had no trouble putting it together at all. To clean I just use the cat hair remover that looks like a window squeegee cleaner and I've used a cat carpet cleaner and wash cloth. This is my second cat tree from this company over the past couple years (2 for 2 different rooms, I didn't have to replace one) and I plan on buying more for different rooms. I love them and for the price the quality is the best I've found.
988398
This tree is solid and has been good for my two big cats, Alex and my Siberian, Juliette. They love the size of their beds on this tree. As for fraying, this is little fraying. Juliette can climb it straight up when I don't clip her nails. It is a heavy piece and it arrived in one piece which I had to carry up one stairway, about sixteen stairs. Yes, it is more money than the regular stores but you get one purchase that will last years. I have had mine for three years and it still looks new. I got the little one. It doesn't overwhelm my living room. The cats love looking down on us. Juliette chooses the top perch when Alex isn't in it. No fibers are found either....Good luck..... This tree is solid and has been good for my two big cats, Alex and my Siberian, Juliette. They love the size of their beds on this tree. As for fraying, this is little fraying. Juliette can climb it straight up when I don't clip her nails. It is a heavy piece and it arrived in one piece which I had to carry up one stairway, about sixteen stairs. Yes, it is more money than the regular stores but you get one purchase that will last years. I have had mine for three years and it still looks new. I got the little one. It doesn't overwhelm my living room. The cats love looking down on us.... » Read More This tree is solid and has been good for my two big cats, Alex and my Siberian, Juliette. They love the size of their beds on this tree. As for fraying, this is little fraying. Juliette can climb it straight up when I don't clip her nails. It is a heavy piece and it arrived in one piece which I had to carry up one stairway, about sixteen stairs. Yes, it is more money than the regular stores but you get one purchase that will last years. I have had mine for three years and it still looks new. I got the little one. It doesn't overwhelm my living room. The cats love looking down on us. Juliette chooses the top perch when Alex isn't in it. No fibers are found either....Good luck..... « Show Less
1362603
we have had it somewhere between 2-3 months...we've moved it around several times as moving it seems to increase the cats interest...it is now on the porch and they enjoy stretching out on it to look out the window...It has been very durable and very sturdy...I will say they don't scratch the carpet as much as they scratch other cat tree carpets...this carpet is softer and has less texture...
807511
I have two cats that LOVE this lounger. When I'd had it for 8 months I turned it over and they started working on the other side. I'm going to estimate that it will last at least a year - perhaps a few months longer. And that's why it's worth $50 to me...any other scratchers I purchased in the past didn't last nearly this long, so over time they ended up actually being more expensive.
759850
Not very large base (approx. 12 inches square) and has no weight at all to keep it steady - I have a very energetic cat who would take running leaps onto the tree - after a couple of months - it was falling apart and fell on the floor - I glued it back together again, but it was still very wobbly - it is made of "paper" and not particle board or wood - I would not buy another one for my cat - but I bought a 2nd one at the same time for my girlfriend whose cat only weights 7 lbs and she's had it for over a year with no problems. I bout a replacement tree from Aramat (I think is the brand) which had a heavier base and it's been much better - also at Amazon. Not very large base (approx. 12 inches square) and has no weight at all to keep it steady - I have a very energetic cat who would take running leaps onto the tree - after a couple of months - it was falling apart and fell on the floor - I glued it back together again, but it was still very wobbly - it is made of "paper" and not particle board or wood - I would not buy another one for my cat - but I bought a 2nd one at the same time for my girlfriend whose cat only weights 7 lbs and she's had it for over a year with no problems. I bout a replacement tree from Aramat (I think is the... » Read More Not very large base (approx. 12 inches square) and has no weight at all to keep it steady - I have a very energetic cat who would take running leaps onto the tree - after a couple of months - it was falling apart and fell on the floor - I glued it back together again, but it was still very wobbly - it is made of "paper" and not particle board or wood - I would not buy another one for my cat - but I bought a 2nd one at the same time for my girlfriend whose cat only weights 7 lbs and she's had it for over a year with no problems. I bout a replacement tree from Aramat (I think is the brand) which had a heavier base and it's been much better - also at Amazon. « Show Less
2203819
The V-Tray Tubular Playground Cat Tree. It's pre-assembled, has lasted for years with two very large cats using it daily for play and lounge. We got ours from a store years ago, but the manufacturer no longer sells at walk in stores. It's a little pricey, but quality is outstanding, no bolts that will strip, no worry of toppling over, etc.I'm order a new one finally after 10+ years ( yes, it's very shabby by now ). I've only found it on Amazon.I HIGHLY recommend it for bigger, heavier cats and a long term investment.
586670
I think the fabric will hold up, we have a cat with claws. I bought the love seats for a 6 bed assisted living, so they are getting alot of use.
589915
I've had mine for a year, and it's holding-up well on a thick carpet. I've had several mats over the years and they all eventually split, but this one looks like it's going to last longer than most.
711978
The material is more similar to carpet rather than fleece as it does have a backing like carpet. The material is less than a mid-grade carpet and not very durable. As for the overall product I have to say, my cats love it.
861362
It is wood that is covered by carpet and some rope (for scratching). It has worn very well and the carpet does not shed.
2268112
I was concerned about that too when I purchased it. Believe me...it is very sturdy. The weight of this tree is evenly distributed, and has a very solid base. When you get it and put it together you will see. I have 4 cats that are always playing or sleeping in it. My two, 1 year olds, love chasing each other around and through it. At times they come at it full force, and the thing never budges, and I have hardwood floors. They also like to claw their way up the back of the tree instead of using the ladder. I have it in the living room, and it is so much fun to watch them enjoying this tree. It is a beautiful tree and I love it!!! I was concerned about that too when I purchased it. Believe me...it is very sturdy. The weight of this tree is evenly distributed, and has a very solid base. When you get it and put it together you will see. I have 4 cats that are always playing or sleeping in it. My two, 1 year olds, love chasing each other around and through it. At times they come at it full force, and the thing never budges, and I have hardwood floors. They also like to claw their way up the back of the tree instead of using the ladder. I have it in the living room, and it is so much fun to watch them enjoying this tree.... » Read More I was concerned about that too when I purchased it. Believe me...it is very sturdy. The weight of this tree is evenly distributed, and has a very solid base. When you get it and put it together you will see. I have 4 cats that are always playing or sleeping in it. My two, 1 year olds, love chasing each other around and through it. At times they come at it full force, and the thing never budges, and I have hardwood floors. They also like to claw their way up the back of the tree instead of using the ladder. I have it in the living room, and it is so much fun to watch them enjoying this tree. It is a beautiful tree and I love it!!! « Show Less
1814837
I would say it depends on how many cats are using it as well, we have 9 cats and probably 1/2 of them use it. You can keep flipping it over to keep wear even on both sides, i'd say in 6 months ours starts to look a bit worn but still has plenty of life left in it. I'd say if you keep it clean and brush the cardboard off it you can keep it looking nice for a year and it will probably last a year beyond that. Basically they can keep clawing down through the cardboard layer by layer and it's well over 1 1/2 inches of cardboard.
1372364
Mine last for a few months already. My cat loves it and she sleeps on that every day. She also scratches on that a lot. The material is tough enough to allow my cat to scratch on it for a few months. I don't see that it has to be replaced every other months. I am considering to buy more to glue them together to make a bigger bed for my cat. This product is a good piece to own with such a reasonable price. Love it.
326607
Yes - the structure is very good quality ! The carpeting is not and not padded very well- my cat says less comfortable! But he still likes it,
1502586
It does seem like it would hold up for a while, as the wood is finished and maybe lacquered even, but if the scratching material is soaked through it might not hold up as well and possibly parts of the wood internally would eventually get water damaged as well as they are probably not finished. Maybe try a cheaper option like a door handle hanging version, put cat nip on it or instead of hanging it (my cats didn't like when it moved) tape it or somehow secure it lower by where they claw. Also maybe cheap corrugated cardboard might work to block damage, although if it's an uncovered area that won't hold up much in rain either... It does seem like it would hold up for a while, as the wood is finished and maybe lacquered even, but if the scratching material is soaked through it might not hold up as well and possibly parts of the wood internally would eventually get water damaged as well as they are probably not finished. Maybe try a cheaper option like a door handle hanging version, put cat nip on it or instead of hanging it (my cats didn't like when it moved) tape it or somehow secure it lower by where they claw. Also maybe cheap corrugated cardboard might work to block damage, although if it's an uncovered area... » Read More It does seem like it would hold up for a while, as the wood is finished and maybe lacquered even, but if the scratching material is soaked through it might not hold up as well and possibly parts of the wood internally would eventually get water damaged as well as they are probably not finished. Maybe try a cheaper option like a door handle hanging version, put cat nip on it or instead of hanging it (my cats didn't like when it moved) tape it or somehow secure it lower by where they claw. Also maybe cheap corrugated cardboard might work to block damage, although if it's an uncovered area that won't hold up much in rain either... « Show Less