...can I use this material as sisal fabric replacement for a Cat Scratcher? I want to glue it on the surface of a scratcher pole, I need tough fabric
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This is an open weave fabric, which leads me to believe that the cat's claws may get caught in it. It would probably also look unsightly after the first use. I would recommend using a carpet remnant pie e or wrap the pole with thick sisal rope. That would be more durable and cat friendly.
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i have a couple cats and i think they would destroy this fabric. if it's a pole you are creating, you might be able to do what i did and use cubicle fabric. the pole i built is 8 feet high and give the cats access to a deck they use all the time to preside over the loft. 4 layers banded with zip ties has worked for a couple years. alternately, you may consider using rope adhered with electrical wire staples. finally, you could use the burlap if you were committed to replacing it every so often. the cats will enjoy shredding it.
454790
The material held up through a Buffalo winter covering plants but I think a cat would shred it pretty quickly
454791
This is pretty thin so I don't think that it would hold up to use on a cat scratcher. I replaced the sisal on my cat tree by just buying a roll of sisal at the hardware store and winding it around the post in the same way the original was. It works pretty well and is a cheap and easy fix. Hope this helps!
167223
We have had it for a couple of months and our cat has not used as a scratching pad. I think th nature of the material is a deterant to scratching, but it does a great job of picking up the stray litter.
550631
It's pretty thick vinyl. Unlikely to be punctured by a cat jumping up on it and gently using its claws for a little grip. But if the cat keeps its claws sharp and was actively clawing on it, it could puncture.
2248198
All you need is a sharp pair of scissors. This is very similar to clear shelf paper only thicker. I had no problem cutting them to fit any area needed to stop my cats from scratching. It did help stop the scratching in the areas where I placed the film. The down side is my cats found new areas to scratch. The best product I have found for this problem is "Soft Claws". The vinyl caps that fit over the cats nails. Apply a drop of nail glue and place cap over nail. They come in several sizes and lots of colors. Nikki D
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Did you put the catnip on the scratcher? The stuff that comes off is the corrogated carboard that the scratcher is made out of when they scratch on it it breaks apart.
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I would contact munchkin and ask, there is a rubbery part to this teeter, but not sure what the materials are specifically. What a great auntie you are to inquire for her!
750229
probably could happen, but it is pretty thick, I have a cat who tries to scratch at it here and there and it's fine so far.... FYI the couch does come with repair patches in case it happens, for the price it's worth the risk for me ... it's sort of a fabric topping on the surface so it's sturdier than I thought it would be
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I do think it will hold up. My cat is a little on the "fluffy" side and kind of rough on his cat tree and it's survived his abuse. He uses the scratching posts frequently and hasn't destroyed them yet.
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I guess that really depends on how determined your cat it. My cat doesn't bother with it. It is made from a fleece type material. It doesn't feel like it is lined or the beads are in a case. If the fabric is broken open, I would guess they would go all over the place. I really like this tabletop and use it all the time, including now. I use the cup holder to hold other items more then I do a cup. It is only about 1" deep. I love the pen/stylus holder. Well worth the $10 I spent to get i.
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The scratcher would be too small. I will post a pic so you can see. I guess you could put 2 in there maybe?Hope the pic helps.
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Yes and no. No, you cannot wrap it with the material touching the cat. Yes, you can make an air gap heat shield bending the material to shape and securing it to the frame/body approx one inch way from cat in all places.
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Unfortunately yes. I purchased this for my rescue group. If this was just a scratching post I would recommend it, but as we all know cats love to jump. The first time one of my rescues jumped up onto it, it fell right over, and he wasn't one of my biggest ones, only 11 pounds. As a scratching post only it's okay and is high, but if you cat like most enjoys being up high not only will this tip over the surface is slick. I actually bought at the same time the seat cushion that went on top of it. All 4 of the tiny Velcro tabs that held the cushion to the wood piece fell off within a week. Even more dangerous the only thing that keeps the cushion with the plastic piece seat on the top are two tiny, very flexible, plastic tabs that look like what you would use to hold a picture in place. I would suggest something else I tried to save it by using stronger glue, adding weight to the bottom, and nothing worked. And frankly for the outrageous amount of money they want for this and the seat I shouldn't have had to fix it. How this passed safety testing is beyond me, frankly I'm sending in a complaint for the safety trial records to be checked- it's that dangerous. Hope that helps, ~Beth, 'Running A'Muck to the Recue!' founder.
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I have a cat that likes to climb and I have put a drape cloth over my chair, just to be safe, but I haven't found any where her claws have penetrated yet. Not saying it won't happen, but I did put the old blanket over to be safe
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We do not have pets and have no experience with cats. The material is similar to a high quality air mattress. It is hard to imagine that it can be punctured inadvertantly.
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I actually tried doing that just for the fun of it. It COULD work... But I would recommend looking at other ones specifically made for that. Also you have to cut the white hanger strings off it attached to the red part... The material is not the same on the outside as it is on the inside (red) it's more a satin inside and velvet material on the outside. Hope this helped!
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I don't see why not! I would try to get the new rope as tight as possible. As I make all my own cat trees, scratch platforms I think you would be fine and as you said, the old wrap hasn't come unraveled. I made my kitty a 4 ft post out of a 4x4 & when it becomes well used, ( like yours) I intend to just wrap over it.
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No, this would be a great fabric to use. My regular old Brother sewing machine had no problems sewing this material