Jump to content

Log in or register to remove this advert

D.I.Y cat tree help required


Younglad1
 Share

Recommended Posts

I’m getting two kittens a week on Friday and I’ve decided to build a D.I.Y cat tree using a real tree. I’ve felled the tree and stripped it of its bark. I’m wondering what treatment steps to follow if any. It’s freshly stripped so the interior is still moist to the touch. Any help would be great. I’m a 21 year old panel Beater this isn’t my forté but I’m game to see it through. 

image.jpg

image.jpg

image.jpg

image.jpg

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Log in or register to remove this advert

7 minutes ago, Mark J said:

A light dusting of glitter before it dries out would finish it off nicely.

Or you could just let it dry out. Looks like ash.

Was thinking I’ll use wee plastic gems instead of glitter cheers for the suggestion anyway ? how long is the recommended drying period? And once dry what should I treat it with? Shellac or wood varnish or some kind of oil? Cheers 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Just now, Younglad1 said:

What can I expect in regards to it being aesthetically pleasing without treating it in any way?

Is it for you or for the cat ? If its for you then sequins and glitter , if its for the cat leave it . He will only sharpen his claws on it .

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

33 minutes ago, Stubby said:

Is it for you or for the cat ? If its for you then sequins and glitter , if its for the cat leave it . He will only sharpen his claws on it .

Had my heart set on those wee gems as well ? am I best to leave it outside to dry or keep it in a dry warm room? I live in a pretty cold and typically wet although it’s nice out just now. Cheers 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Make sure there are no sharp cuts etc; kittens learn to be agile beasts, they're not born that way.

 

And yes, they will use your furniture, clothing, carpets too.  You can try spraying the tree with Feliway; it does attract them but doesn't deter them from everything else.

 

But the tree... round off the cuts, leave it as it is.  When you can no longer bear the sight of slivers hanging off it and a pile of sawdust round the base get a new one.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share

  •  

  • Featured Adverts

About

Arbtalk.co.uk is a hub for the arboriculture industry in the UK.  
If you're just starting out and you need business, equipment, tech or training support you're in the right place.  If you've done it, made it, got a van load of oily t-shirts and have decided to give something back by sharing your knowledge or wisdom,  then you're welcome too.
If you would like to contribute to making this industry more effective and safe then welcome.
Just like a living tree, it'll always be a work in progress.
Please have a look around, sign up, share and contribute the best you have.

See you inside.

The Arbtalk Team

Follow us

×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.