What is the difference between this and just buying a plastic tub container and cutting a hole at top?
2013804
Can't compare. The clever cat top entry litterbox is perfectly designed. There is hardly no mess around the litterbox.
2013805
tub top much thinner and flimsy and might come off freak the cat out and flip tub over getting out
2013806
I guess you could do that.... It would probably look homemade, but if that doesn't bother you, go for it. I love not having the litter tracked out onto my floor and my cat doesn't mind the different styled container. It's a win-win for me.
2013807
The slots up on the top limit the amount of litter hitting the ground. Best cat box I've had in 30 yrs.. Id say IF you are going to make one, go buy a Rubber Made tub at Lowes and cut a hole in that. Cutting into your typical cat box will be too flimsy... Hope it helps..
2013808
About the only different is the special "ribbed" surface of the lid. It is designed to catch the litter stuck to the bottom of the cat's paws as they exit the box. The raised ridges allow loose granules of litter sand to fall in between them. I have perceived a little actually landing there from my small cat but not a lot. However, I can't say that I have noticed any litter on the floor around the box either. So maybe the litter I use is not very "sticky". :) But the feature is good in principal and I would pay the price for that if it keeps the floor around the box cleaner. I am satisfied that it does. I also agree with the others in that the construction of this box is sturdy! The lid is not flimsy nor is the box. You could get by with a self-made box but I doubt it would function as well as this one overall nor look quite as professional.
1813612
I think you could drill a hole in it. I remember the plastic being more pliable, not brittle.
2142898
The plastic Oxo works well, but I think the stainless version may be sharper, and cut more easily. I am going to try that one.
2016261
According to the website, its just different packaging. The tool is the same in either case, go with whichever is cheaper
1297946
Sometimes there are just different prices website to website. I would just buy it where you can find it cheaper. I am pretty sure when I purchased this (years ago) I didn't spend $40 on a tub.
998393
The unit is reasonably portable and can be removed and re-installed with relative ease. The tub surface and shape have to be such that the clamping mechanism functions properly. You say this would be a temporary solution for a vacation rental. Without knowing more of the circumstances, I do not feel comfortable lending a firm opinion either way. If YOU were taking it with you on vacation, I think you would find it handy. If you want to leave it for a random guest, I would have a little more reservation, because you need to be familiar with the device in order to use it properly.
281573
All of the plastic peices have pre drilled holes, the tops will have two per peice and the screws are provided. No drilling required, cut the lengths and screw that's it.
2248030
Home Depot, or just about any hardware store. Any vinyl tubing should work. (Intake is 3/8" O.D., output 1/4" O.D -I think). I already replaced some of my tubes (they tend to crack and leak). Consider using a sharp blade (instead of scissors) when cutting the tubes. (Scissors crush the tube just before they cut it, creating cracks that eventually leak.)
1209864
I am just in the process of having it built. No tubs. The loam and dirt go in the garden bed. Reading the directions it suggests purchasing wire that is known as "Gopher Wire" to put on the bottom before you put in the loam and top soil. One of the things I read was it requires so much top soil that you can save a bunch of money putting loam on the bottom. I ended up with chicken fencing. plastic with small holes to hopefully keep out critters coming up from under the ground to eat the veggies and herbs.
1757292
It is easiest to just buy a cheap kitchen sponge and cut out a couple. Saves $ and postage
262809
My top already had a hole drilled, but if I remember correctly, the instructions will tell you for sure. I'm thinking a 1" hole is all that is required. Easy to cut with a hole saw.
95443
Of course you can. Just because it doesnt have a hole doesnt mean you can't. Just drill one out. It's only plastic, geez.
166047
I did not need to drill a hole through the polycarbonate tub. I bought the matching sliding lid that has a door on the top that slides closed up to the anova circulator. There is about a 2 inch gap but I fill the gap with foil which is very easy. I suppose someone could cut the door to make it shut all the way but I don't see the point.
1416178
I found a product at Lowe's worked better, and matched the tub better. We had a hole that went through ours too.
1928630
There really is no difference. I think this one works best for the cake ball machine. The only difference, this one has a smaller pouring spout, not by much though!
876721
The whole doesn't go all the way through, but there plastic, so you can just drill one if need be.
292384
Sorry but i would need further explanation of the type of plastic you are cutting and the thickness and i will answer to the best of my ability Brand of the plastic and type would be helpful. Steve