DIY Cat Wall Perch/Hammock/Shelf | Easy Step by Step Tutorial

[@julierenee7]

Thank youuuuu thank youuuuuuu thank you!!!!!! And thanks for being a guy that isn’t afraid to express his love for a cat/cats!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Glad you found the video to be helpful! Also any guy who is afraid to show his love for cats is just depriving himself of true joy :)

[@kk4608]

Finally something that I can actually do on my own. No fuss no muss... Love it! Thank you! I have been searching for quite sometime trying to find an idea I can do without having to be a carpenter or own a million tools!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

I aim to make all my videos as easy to follow as possible! Thanks for the kind words!

[@rachelwight3564]

Same here!!

[@sassyess696]

Tip for anyone doing this, drill a hole in the pipe and pass the rope end through the hole and secure with glue this way, same when you start there is no loose end to fray as it’s inside the pipe.

[@bunny7741]

This is brilliant and far less expensive than the shelves they sell in the stores that are marketed for cat perches. These also look nicer and are more easily customizable than most of the other DIYs I've seen for this. I've been thinking of doing something like this for my foster kitten room and this is purrfect. Thanks!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thanks for the kind words! Much appreciated:)

[@kathleenrutherford733]

This is perfect

[@hokudadog7637]

Augghh, I was hoping for ending footage of cats inspecting the new hammocks! Very neat video, thanks for shring

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Shoot! You are the third person to comment that :( I didn’t want the video to be too long so I didn’t add that. I clearly should have :)

[@freefraction]

@@aaronfixesstuff Show us now:))) i was also waiting for it!!!

[@bluwave818]

@@aaronfixesstuff It might help to cut down on certain clips like cutting out the cardboard or fully wrapping the PVC pipe. The long bits :) But great idea! I’ll be passing this along

[@aaronfixesstuff]

@@freefraction unfortunately you can’t edit a video that is already posted :(

[@aaronfixesstuff]

@@bluwave818 thanks for the feedback! Much appreciated. It is hard to know what a good length is, and how much detail to add. That is my main struggle with videos.

[@LilSayo]

this is genius. I am struggling with money and I really wanted to make something like this for my cat. Thank you so much.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thanks! Glad to help!!

[@alphafert608]

They make flat caps for 2.5 & 3in pvc. There is also a cap that fits inside that could be used instead of the cardboard. If you drill a hole on the line where the rope stops you can feed it in & use that to clamp the end of the rope. Epoxy might work better than hot glue. Really cool idea though.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

That’s great feedback! Thanks for the input. Hopefully this comment gets highlighted so that it helps others. Thanks!😀

[@johncollinge619]

Not sure about merits of using epoxy in this application. I live in an apartment, no shop. In my (limited) experience, epoxy can be fussy, and fumes unpleasant. Hot glue seems much more controllable and safe given the environment! Those caps could be a good idea.

[@PsychoPixy222]

@@johncollinge619 Alphafert brought up epoxy cuz there aren't many glues that actually stick/adhere to PVC, definitely not hot glue. Sanding the outside of the PVC will help give glue something to grip onto as well. If you're gonna go with hot glue I'd at least secure the ends with a stronger glue (maybe e6000 or epoxy..?).

[@PsychoPixy222]

I thought that too about the flat ended PVC instead of cardboard. Though cardboard is the cheaper way if your tight on money, but flat PVC end would hold up longer and would be waterproof. If u decide to go the route of getting flat ends I recommend buying the PVC primer & glue in one ($5-10) and glueing PVC pieces together with that than any other glue. Loved this whole video though, was great! :)

[@alphafert608]

I love that people are still thinking through the process. How to vids are nice but when they get people thinking it's awesome.

[@teresayoung5067]

I wish I had a brother like you!

[@jsvensson8234]

Recommended improvement. Get a big sheet of thick plywood (or several). Attach this whole set up to that plywood sheet. Attach the plywood sheet to the wall with 4 screws. Voila. You now have a portable cat wall that you can take with you when you move, reposition if you decide to remodel aso. Also, more convenient to repair & make improvements etc to your cat wall when it is easily detachable. 😽

[@lakitkat7]

Can you make a how to step by step video? Ahaha

[@TerminalOingoBoingo]

@@lakitkat7 you attach the cat hammocks to the plywood, paint it of whatever, then screw the plywood with the cat hammocks to your wall into studs

[@horsefamily32]

As someone who intends to sell next year, this is a great idea! Also a great idea for renters so they have less holes in the walls. Thanks for sharing this

[@bbikermama]

I think the lag screws will be too long and will end up going into the drywall. Besides. It’s only two more small holes, pretty insignificant.

[@NoMoreBLUEISIS]

@@bbikermama you can use shorter lags. It's just an option and a very good one for anyone afraid to try and deal with finding studs. Carpenter Ft. Worth Texas.✌

[@Kitty-tc3oh]

I would have enjoyed seeing your cats discover the cat perches! Great idea and video!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thanks!

[@lightning9279]

I would have died to have heard what the cats thought?

[@GirlWithAllTheFlowers]

If I could give multiple likes I would! That is so aesthetically pleasing and inexpensive.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

The like and comment are super appreciated. If you subscribe, that also helps me with future videos :)

[@jennynovoa8586]

I have a dog but I’m about to get her a kitten ❤ she lost her friend 3 weeks ago 😢 watching these hacks to set up everything before our kitten arrives ! 🐾

[@TheAdhdGardener]

U sir just saved me a bunch of money by switching to DIY cat hammocks.. how about building a cat tower next?

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Glad to help! Let me think about a cool one and see how to build it :)

[@insightinsight7818]

@@aaronfixesstuff Yes please!!

[@aisyahmokhtar2346]

@@aaronfixesstuff yeessssssss

[@Narlanas]

If you don't mind the look, chair and table legs are excellent cat scratchers, just wrap it snuggly in sisal rope from top to bottom. We have it in addition to the cat trees to increase the amount of scratchers without crowding the apartment to much, when you have 4 cats avoiding dead ends is good. 😅 Our cats love it but I know some ppl don't like the look of sisal rope based scratchers.

[@wearechangecthartford]

go to home depot and buy a basic carpet roll, wood planks (size determined on how large you want to make landing pads etc), a bunch of 1x2 wood "strips" (enough to add 4 of them inside each footer tube), 1/2 inch or thicker plywood, rope/twine (same as in this video), PVC pipes (same as in this video), a bunch of metal L brackets, and cement footer tubes (diameter depends on how "thick" you want the "trunks" of the playscape/tree). Home depot also sells perfectly cut and beveled circles of wood of various sizes (located in wood section) the same wood circles he uses in this video (kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6O7eWeYnsh7mpY). cut the footer tubes to desired height, cut the plywood as desired for a sturdy base so the entire playscape doesn't tip over (SO A PRETTY LARGE BASE). use the 1x2 wood and screw inside the tubes (cut the length so it's the exact height as the footer tubes so the landings have something to attach to). There should be 4 pieces of the 1x2's inside the footer tubes (top, bottom, left and right) evenly spaced inside the tubes. arrange as desired. glue and staple gun carpet as desired (if using staples arrange them where the cat wont likely scratch to prevent injury), same with rope (mostly just rope the PVC pipe to cut on cost). Mount the footers to the plywood base with heavy duty L brackets (attaching them to the aforementioned 1x2 wood screwed inside the footer tubes) and hide the brackets under the carpet by cutting an X into the carpet, screw into the plywood, then glue the carpet back over the exposed bracket. Attach the landings by either screwing directly down into the 1x2's or using the L brackets... I'm sure you can figure it out once you have all the materials.

[@panda-wolflomas7380]

Great job teaching this in an clear and understandable way!!!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

@@panda-wolflomas7380 awesome!!! I posted an east to make cat tree the other day! You should check it out!

[@khirsah666]

I don't know what I'm doing here. I don't have a cat, I have a dog.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Khirsah - 😂 I have a dog as well! Welcome to my page :)

[@khirsah666]

@@aaronfixesstuff that's a cute doggo and cats too.

[@KoishiteAkuma90]

I have Bunnies.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

@@KoishiteAkuma90 they might like it too🥰

[@nelsiegg]

It's the right moment to get a cat :D

[@cathycraig1301]

You people who think this stuff up are amazing! I like it. I have two cats. Thank you.

[@rainbow1586]

When a man loves his cats...

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thanks :)

[@dp2404]

Couldn't help singing it like Michael Bolton

[@cfs7858]

I need to find a husband like him 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@Jennagiovanni]

Imo this is the simplest & most economical instruction video for cat wall furniture! Thanks, I'm excited & will work on mine this weekend!

[@lonnarheaj]

Wonderful idea!!! I will be adding a few of these to our home's kitty accouterments. 😸 The only change/addition I will add is using a fender washer or possibly a plug of wood inside the cap that attaches to the wall, just to add a little more support. The inside of PVC caps are usually slightly convex, so it would be difficult to use additional screws and keep things level, but a large washer or wood disk should increase the surface area of the fasteners support (screw head). We have a herd of climbing kittles with three seriously large boys that tip the scale at around 20+ pounds (think beefy bobcats dressed as ginger tabbies and a tuxedo). I'm not sure a single lag screw alone in a PVC cap would support a turbo powered kamikaze kitty in high speed zoomy mode doing speed laps before settling down to take a nap. Our herd of divine felines will love these!!!

[@luminousfractal420]

Yup wood block inside the wall end cap and use pvc adhesive to keep the end cap on (it fuses the plastics and welds it so its as strong as if it were one part). The screws will quite rapidly eat/saw/deform their way through the pvc as it gets used as pvc is soft.

[@bhavishya1213]

great idea and easy also, can be done at home without much tools and professional skill. Great content also, you surely deserve atleast a million subs

[@frankiebye]

Of course your cats looked 'Completely underwhelmed' 😁. Rule number 1 Never show gratitude. Excellent video thank you. Lucky cats 🇬🇧😻

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thanks!! Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@crystalheart9]

Great job and happy cats.🥰😻😻🐶sweet little dog too.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

@@crystalheart9 thank you so much!!!

[@hannahswann747]

Love this so much! Best part was the beginning when the kits looked so comfy and happy in their hammocks 🐯🐯

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Yes!! They absolutely LOVE it!!

[@LeilaniLight11709]

If you and your sister made a kit, I’d BUY it and have a handyman install it!!! Seriously!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

You in Colorado by any chance?

[@Jennikatt]

Amazing!! So simple. Minimal tools. Minimal products. Great look. Def doing this!! Thanks.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Jennikatt yes!! Super easy to make :) Thanks and reach out if you have any questions!

[@bagaawi1275]

Well done Bro.👍👍👍❤

[@laineywright2696]

I think I could do this, so I'm saving you to my favorites.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

You absolutely can Lainey! Thanks and let me know what questions you have. I’d appreciate if you consider subscribing, to support the channel :)

[@jeanflaig6903]

It's something how much we LOVE our little fur babies isn't it?😁 Since my husband and I adopted our stray kitten, I can't stop looking at ways of how to make her happy and comfortable in our home and I love this idea that you have come up with.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Glad to hear!!!

[@Msibme]

Great Idea ... I would use a pvc cap on both ends and glue the cap entirely for durability, as my cats love to scratch and they are pretty strong. Thank you for the great idea. Thank you for your inspirations and your efforts.

[@katg6274]

Very Nice looking & Cat Fun Idea, Ty

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thanks for the nice comment!

[@ieatcatnip]

the chilling cats got my thumbs up

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Haha thanks!! I’m sure they will thank you as well :)

[@franceslynch8815]

Brilliant idea. Brilliant for the cats. Your dog is gorgeous also. One little suggestion I hope you don't mind..the hammock lengths and depths look very small for cats. If I'm doing it, I will measure my cats length from head to tip of tail (room to stretch out ) and then top of cats shoulder down towards end of paw) (curling up room). Thanks so much for video.

[@RaeAnn_1202]

I know what I will be doing this weekend. Thank you. Your cats and dog are absolutely adorable!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thank you!!

[@thelthrythquezada8397]

Right! So fluffy

[@markg3025]

Uber clever and the cats seem to love the final product.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

They really do, and it is super easy to make!

[@FlightDek]

great idea. It's nice to have a sister who is so smart, am I right. looks very professional

[@aaronfixesstuff]

flitdek totally agree!!!

[@GiPaoCreates]

Omg my cat would LOVE THESE 🥹🥹🥹🥹

[@aaronfixesstuff]

You should make them!! If you have any questions I can gladly help :)

[@lynneprechel1873]

This looks just right for me and my husband to make for our fur-person. To buy something like this would be quite expensive (I priced some to be sure).Thank you for your excellent directions and comments. I appreciate that you took the time to share this with everyone who loves and enjoys cats. Thanks!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Hey Lynne! I really appreciate you taking the time to write a nice comment! I’m happy you found this to be helpful to you!!

[@michelleblake4516]

What a great idea & its nice looking - u did a great job with this : )

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thank you so much!!

[@MsEager2learn]

I loved your relaxed rhythm both in your voice direction as well within your guided video. Even “background music” was kept in the background (many DIYers forget to pay attention to such detail). BRAVO Aaron, absolutely beautiful work. A happy 😃 new Subscriber!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

First off, thanks for the kind words. Secondly, I really appreciate the positive feedback. I have noticed that sometimes the background music drowns out the voiceover. I try to learn and improve on things I see. Feel free to request video ideas. Often times, other people want the same thing :)

[@cuervojones4889]

Perfect! I have a wall of shelves for the Terrors that Creep in the Night, but I always wanted those hammocks for them. I will have to add a few of these to their wall and see how they like it. Very simple, very easy!

[@dovepiranha6543]

Simple and professional. I never knew it would be that easy. I will make it for my cat and she'll love chilling on it watching me. 👌🏼

[@jajajajenny6428]

Thank you for filming this and sharing .

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Of course! Thanks for the nice comment :)

[@kyotecreek6986]

Love this idea... I'm thinking that rope wouldn't be needed in the section where the fabric is but just as a decorative/scratching area on the exposed end.... I've always wanted to give my cats a little jungle gym or climbing wall and now I can inexpensively... thank you for the idea!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Glad to have helped! As far as the rope, you’re right that it isn’t needed. I did it to add some padding from the rope, to make it more comfy for the cats 🐱

[@Mikeological]

It probably helps hold the fabric in place without sliding, but there are other ways to do that if you end up going ropeless

[@bessk8847]

He really loves his cats !'too much work!'a cat tree is just as good!😻

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Yes he does :)

[@bessk8847]

@@aaronfixesstuff me too i have 5 ...but im not a handy manny like you !great job!

[@B30pt87]

I am definitely going to do this! Thank you for the clear, easy to duplicate tutorial. Also- what a cool family you have: cats, dog, and you and your sister.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Glad to hear, and thank you!!

[@BecauseOfHim1111]

That is the cutest EVER!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thank you for the kind feedback!!

[@nickdamon2721]

I would have used flat end caps instead of the rounded so they would stay firm against the wall and not droop down with the weight of the cats. This is a great idea looks good and inexpensive I will try it on my cat wall at home.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Yup. For some reason that didn’t cross my mind when I was doing it. The cardboard and rope prevents them from sagging, but that was a great idea. Several people have mentioned that, so hopefully people read your comment and take that into account :) Thanks for the feedback!

[@virvegeorgeson1176]

If you have heavy cats the one screw in the wall through the plastic cap may pull through. For heavy cats you could add a round wood disk made from plywood or a thin board glued to the inside of the cap to reinforce it.

[@JaneenVosdoganis]

OMGoodness, I feel like I will begin my cat wall NOW!!! TYSM!!!!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Yay!! I’m so glad to help!! I also posted an updated video from a few years later. Feel free to check it out on my page!

[@GingerChapa]

I just learned from another DIY video that Gorilla Glue makes hot glue sticks. I’ve had hot glue come off before on certain materials so wondering how the Gorilla glue would hold up. Love this idea! I want to try this!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Glad to hear Ginger. Stay tuned, I have a few more cat DIY ideas I’m working on.

[@jollylynquizon6345]

Wow,what a nice cat playing/napping place as we have here 4 cats in the house maybe I'll try to do it..thank you for the idea,keep safe coming here from the Philippines

[@eel3238]

Owahhh your kitty's are so cute!!!!! I can't wait to try this out for my kitty's 😻

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Yay! Glad you enjoyed it. I posted another cat video you might like. Here is the link to it: m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6O7eWeYnsh7mpY

[@drletedelete2928]

❤❤❤❤ thank you for sharing your idea to you and your sister Good instructions, easy to follow. You can also wash the hammocks ❤ The kind of construction I have been looking for❤❤❤

[@steviemichelle7271]

So neat and tidy! This was very relaxing and satisfying to watch 🤣 I really should do something like this for my cats. They kind of don’t have anything cool of their own...so I always look for small round wicker baskets that they can sleep in and scratch. This is way cooler!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thanks Stevie, so glad you enjoyed it. I made another cat video you might like. Here is the link to it: m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6O7eWeYnsh7mpY

[@ramonakearns2101]

Great job and very nice video 📹

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thank you so much! I posted an update video too. You should check it out!!

[@amps8687]

WOW! Cudos to your sister for coming up with this idea and double cudos to you for showing us how to do it. It truly is brilliant and our cat is going to love it.....totally doable! Thank you so much....remember to breathe.......... a p.s......thank you for sharing your cute and patient critters with us as well 😉 maybe further updates of how they're loving it now!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thank you for the kind comment!! Honestly the update is that they are still holding just as well as they did when I installed them!

[@nicolasdrake5553]

i followed this tutorial and it worked PERFECTLY! The only note I’d add is it’s easier to spin the PVC pipe and glue as the rope wraps itself instead of trying to manually wrap it around yourself. TY for sharing!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

That’s great to hear! I’m happy it worked out. Also that’s smart!! I wish I had thought of that 🤣

[@johncollinge619]

Clever bit of think through and design, certainly looks good. Would also love to see your cats in action as product testers.

[@takeurpowerback2995]

Very ingenious idea. Appreciate you sharing this because such great idea and something I’m actually able to do.❤

[@SpookeeOne]

Can't wait to incorporate this into what I'm building for my boy.

[@sarahjanegrobler4396]

People with animals can count themselves lucky. I had so many animals. My dog and n stray cat. But had to move from my small holding. I LOVE ANIMALS SO DEARLY. ❤🐶❤🐱❤ I'm 71yrs and is staying in n flat. No pets alliwed. *THATS WHY I'M WATCHING THESE CHANNELS!!!* ❤❤❤ Beautiful ideas. *LUCKY CATS!!!* ❤

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thank you so much for that comment Sarah! I’m so happy you enjoyed the video ❤️❤️

[@nsavar5864]

Cat lover here. Just subscribed b/c: 1. I'd love to see more vids building cat towers, perches, scratching posts, etc; 2. You are very clear (thanks) and make process simple for those of us less experienced and you say why you do stuff so I can learn; and 3. You are left handed and it helps to see how to work left-handed. Please Please Please make videos about how to use power tools and do stuff as a left-hander -- some tools seem designed for right-handers (like circular saws) and maybe you have suggestions from your experience. Thanks so much and success to you.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Wow! Thanks so much for the kind words! I never thought of that idea. Maybe I will make a series about using tools as a left handed person!!

[@nsavar5864]

@@aaronfixesstuff I really hope you make an "Out In Left Field Tool Use" series. I know it would make power tools, for example, more accessible to me. And I bet there are other hand tool set ups that you can describe to a left-hander (or at least suggestions about how to use guides mounted for right-handers). And -- nudge nudge -- demonstrating while making cat accessories is a bonus. Best wishes.

[@kathyortiz4302]

That’s awesome, I would like to make that on my fence,that just opened the floodgates to my mind ideas are flowing, thank you

[@aaronfixesstuff]

I love feedback like this! Thanks for taking the time to comment :)

[@marilyn1228]

Great idea and project! I just love that you would do that for your kitties! Thanks for being so nice to them!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Always!! They are part of the family. I made another cat video too. Here is the link to it: m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6O7eWeYnsh7mpY

[@Mattsonmasterpiece]

I thumbs uped as soon as you gave me extra cat footage. You sir are amazing 😻

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thank you for watching! So many people skip through the video and then complain that there isn’t cat footage in there.

[@hannahkamos]

Great idea! Thanks for the tutorial, came out at just the right time too!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Hannah Amos thanks! Glad you enjoyed it 😄

[@julienfarbos]

Super idée d’utiliser les tubes de pvc... Je vais essayer de vous copier et de fabriquer la même chose avec l’aide de mon fils , pour le plaisir de nos 2 chats. Bonnes fêtes de fin d’année de France...

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Merci Julien!!

[@joycelarson178]

This is so fabulous You and your sister are very creative!!!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

joyce larson she is the creative one!

[@texasbella576]

Lucky fur babies!! great job!

[@Battleforsurvive8]

Thanks for this tutorial, I made a hammock for my cat and she is happy

[@aaronfixesstuff]

I’m so happy to hear! Thanks for your support!

[@parsith7620]

Super thumbs up..... I am doing this for my fur friends.

[@lauraaqui219]

I liked this it looked good and didnt appear too difficult great simplicity and your step by step tutorial was very good and detailed very thoughly thought out well done great video and it worked out really great. Laura in uk

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Hi Laura! Thanks for taking the time to provide the feedback. I’m glad you found it easy to follow. I made another cat video, feel free to check it out :) Here is the link to it: m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6O7eWeYnsh7mpY

[@godisnotmocked1345]

Super cute 😊

[@zooloo579]

Loved this! Awesome work!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

zooloo579 thank you so much 😊

[@edcottingham1]

Nice! (Would have liked to see a bit more of cats utilizing, climbing around, sharpening claws, etc.)

[@katiak74]

Absolutely genius! I Love it! Will do in my new house soon!

[@carolineludesign]

Awesome post!! Thank you and your sister!! We created all the tubes… but discovered we only have drywall (unless we hit metal). We used plastic anchors, but the tubes spun and wiggled loose :( What would you recommend us doing? Thank you!

[@AndreaKleinbussink]

Love it! I think I can do it! Thank you so very much for sharing ❤

[@nathalylopez3124]

This is incredible. My cats will love it. Thank you for the tutorial. 😁🐈

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Nathaly Lopez of course! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@megmills1697]

Great project

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thank you!!

[@megmills1697]

@@aaronfixesstuff you are very welcome🙂

[@remyrichardson9263]

Love this. So simple and inexpensive. 🙌🙌

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thanks Remy! Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@minerva5025]

Marvelous idea Aaron my thanks to you for sharing and to your Sister also my thanks for the true beautiful idea, Kind regards

[@shaishannahbennett8055]

Absolutely brilliant Aaron, it's actually quite simple to achieve for a great amount of pleasure and fun for our furry friends. I've subscribed! Thankyou for sharing your skill 😺

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Of course! I’m glad you enjoyed this, and thank you for supporting my channel!

[@vanessayvonne4482]

this video is so attractive for no reason

[@JMBBrasil]

This is so perfect! I wish I had this ability. I tried doing two cat trees during quarantine. I love doing it. But I did suffer cuz of my inexperience and lack of tools.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Lack of tools can be an issue. Keep in mind that many tools can be rented. Also, sometimes you can substitute a power tool for a manual one. Feel free to ask questions. I try to get back to all questions. :)

[@thesupreme7815]

But the tools are a one time buy so future projects would be easier

[@JMBBrasil]

@@aaronfixesstuff thank you so much for the answer!

[@izcab]

Excellent!

[@lilynegrete4570]

This is so cool my dad is going to do it for me this weekend 🙀😁

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Glad to hear! I posted another cat video. Check it out, you might want him to make you that one as well :)

[@freereinartstudio1463]

What a nice dad!!

[@annierodenberg2327]

What a fantastic Idea. Thanks for sharing.

[@stephenbustos]

I used large flat washers inside a flat end cap to give the bolt more security and prevent any stress cracking of the PVC material over time with weight shifting.

[@SD-os2ym]

I was wondering about that exact thing. Thanks!

[@nevisscot7697]

everything ive bought beds boxes rugs etc they dont want to know.but love this .great job

[@YouloveDJ]

Is it possible to list all of the supplies needed to do this project in the video details or something, please & thank you!!! I love this video, thanks so much for posting. Direct & straight to the point. Simple directions & detailed.👍🖤🙃

[@jacquelineh5029]

Yes, please post the supplies! :D

[@thejudgmentalcat]

Specifically what kind of glue? Special industrial type?

[@stacymcintyre1796]

@@thejudgmentalcat I had to rewrap my cat stands with rope after they had torn through the old rope, and I just used regular hot glue then let it set overnight. They tear on both stand daily but the rope has held up wonderfully.

[@robinrowe8025]

@@thejudgmentalcat hot glue is what he used. But don't do it on the carpet like he did unless you want to cut the glue out later.

[@AzazelsWings]

@@robinrowe8025 if you get hot glue on carpet or fabric just put an old towel down on it and iron over it. The towel will soak up the glue once it softens back up

[@jacksprat429]

Very good idea. I like it. Thank you for showing us how you did it. 🤗🌹💕

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Of course!! Glad to help!!

[@lumijasminasmr3583]

I love, how cats show openly, when they apprecitate something we do! 😍 ...and when they don’t. 😂 These ones clearly look very satisfied. I find cat loving an attractive quality in a man, purr. ♥️

[@marcmelvin3010]

Very nice,and certainly a simple concept. The idea could be modified to make all sorts of things for cats.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

That’s very true! Any suggestions?

[@blacksheep9772]

Such a simple but so effective idea! I am planning on doing this in my home, thanks to your explanations of the job and sisters idea! Love it ❤👍👍👍👍

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Kim-wm9fx]

Nice design & job! Thanks for sharing.

[@joshniezgoski9221]

My concerns is the cap where you screw the lag screw in going to be handle the weight of larger 15-20 lb cats?

[@marytrees6302]

Go bigger💜

[@NoMoreBLUEISIS]

Use a washer on that lag and should be good. Stuff is pretty strong but definitely need something wider around the head of the lag for more support for the cap.

[@icantdance6813]

I didn’t get a good look at the lag. What is a lag?

[@NoMoreBLUEISIS]

@@icantdance6813 essentially a screw sometimes called lag bolts

[@sandralewis1689]

Thanks! That is the cutest!

[@toshakerobo]

That was a great cost-effective way to create a cozy space for your cats. Would you mind sharing what material your sister used to make the hammocks? Also, after a month of use do you cats still use the system you made?

[@aaronfixesstuff]

They are as good as they were on day one :) I will ask her to comment below with the material she used. Thanks for watching!

[@anneabelle2514]

I used felt I had laying around. They seem to love it more than cotton. I might make another with faux fur

[@SpookeeOne]

@@anneabelle2514 What other fabrics would you recommend? I'm looking online and having a hard time choosing. I dont want my energetic fur baby to leap onto it from a height (as I know he will eventually do) and break it.

[@1dawnf]

@@SpookeeOne carpet , faux fur

[@leighcain7258]

Denim would work too.

[@winterfawn2341]

Such a peaceful video!!!

[@aaronfixesstuff]

Thank you so much!!

[@Javid_74]

I can see you were struggling a good deal with the ropes sliding around while you worked, would highly recommend scoring up the outside of the pvc with something rough so that the rope has more friction to stay put! It will also help with having the glue a rough surface to adhere to, hot glue and smooth stuff generally doesn't hold super well. Looks sick though.

[@aaronfixesstuff]

What a great idea!! I wish I had considered that! Appreciate the good feedback :)

[@ScreamingMeadows]

Awesome! Thank you!