Scandinavian Design For Your Litter Box | IKEA Hack for cat lovers

SCANDINAVIAN DESIGN FOR YOUR LITTER BOX: a short trip to Ikea and this beautiful Ikea HOL scandi coffee table turned modern design litter box could be the cabinet that hides your litter box. Scandinavian interior design is one of my favorites, and I thought a scandinavian DIY cat litter box project would be way too advanced for me. I was wrong! I already use and love my storage tote litter box, and I was so excited to get inspiration for my DIY litter box.
Seriously, check out ur video and get inspired to DIY your own cat box, this is honestly the easier DIY for the best litter box for your cats.. And it’s dog proof, which helps.
To make this you need either one of these:
↳ Ikea HOL coffee table bit.ly/3Fi3ZjK
↳ Ikea ÄPPLARÖ coffee table bit.ly/3J1wVyP
... and ...
+ Litter Box: www.ikea.com/u...
+ Cat Door amzn.to/3p5lyhs
+ Cat Litter: amzn.to/3dYw2J8
+ Litter Mat amzn.to/3F7Sb3x
+ Baking Soda amzn.to/3pgUbRJ
If you saw my video on how to have a smell free litter box then you know how to make your own litter box and how to keep it stink-free (because no one likes litter box stink… I mean really, litter box smell is the worst!). And of course, you have to pick the right cat litter for the litter box for your cat, but seriously, this scandi design inspired litter box has truly changed our lives.
Want to know more? Check out this video ⟶🎥 • EASY DIY Ikea MALM HID...
#micolandotheranimals #catlitter #scandinaviandesign #cat #scandi #scandinavian #scandinavianinteriordesign #cathealth #cat tips
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[@ziggyzaggirl]

I always hate closed litter boxes. However this is the least claustrophobic box design I've ever seen, and it allows ventilation. Love it

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Yes I am not a fan either, particularly because ventilation is important. Glad you like it 😊

[@alinaciobotaru7030]

same! :)

[@therealsechs]

Well I don't think you're the one who's supposed to be using the litter box.

[@gloriacoble2344]

U say that like ur using the litter box with kitty.. that must be akward

[@ziggyzaggirl]

@@gloriacoble2344 yup, stuff may come out awkward when it's not your native language. welcome to the internet :D

[@BeeBee-ku1ym]

Made this the other day - we have 3 cats. Didn’t put in the cat door just cut a square entrance. Our litter tray and mat fitted perfectly. We made 2 and sit them next to each other on our balcony. Absolutely perfect! They have used it with no issue, I think they feel safer. No litter on the floor either. This has solved the issue of the balcony area feeling like the cats toilet. Now you wouldn’t know it’s there!🎉

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

That’s awesome 🤩 so glad it was inspiring and helpful ☺️ and that kitties are happy with it 🥰

[@claudiaboise7930]

Cool We have 3 cats too! Youre lucky Ikea doesnt have the HOL Coffee table here in the states , found it in ikea Australia :(

[@BeeBee-ku1ym]

@@claudiaboise7930 we are still using them. 2 of the cats have moved with my daughter and we set up the same system for her new apartment. It really is the best. Hopefully you find something similar.

[@SeonghwaffleJem]

This is the absolute best version I’ve seen of a DIY hidden litter box. I love that the primary focus is the cat’s comfort and wellbeing. I think my cats would use this without protest because it’s airy and big enough to not feel claustrophobic. Also, how much better does that look than a plastic litter box on the floor? This will give me more options for putting the litter box where it’s comfortable for the cats without the humans having to look at the cat’s toilet. 10/10⭐️

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you so much 😊

[@SeonghwaffleJem]

@@MicolAndOtherAnimals Of course! Thank you!

[@Swimdeep]

Clever multi-purposing. Here’s my addition: Add a charcoal filter cut-to-size on the inside under the sliding tabletop to absorb odors.🌿🐾

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you for sharing 😊 my litter box doesn’t smell at all though, I’ve got a killer cleaning routine that really takes care of that. It’s actually in our dining room right now and guests have no idea it’s there 😂

[@Swimdeep]

@@MicolAndOtherAnimals I just watched your “odor control” video. Your morning routine and the layering of the baking soda are helpful hints I will incorporate into my routine. Thanks for the tips and your response!🌿🐾

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

You’re welcome! It’s all about learning from each other ☺️ let me know how it goes 😊

[@Swimdeep]

@@MicolAndOtherAnimals Candidly, I’m moving into my SUV, with my cat in five weeks! I’m going to be living part-time off grid to build a tiny house. I have crafted a hooded box (with charcoal filter…) and odor control is obviously a huge concern in such limited space. I’m going to set it up using your method tomorrow-I will let you know how it goes.🌿🐾

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

That’s amazing! Yes the method and the right litter should really help! What a great adventure 🤩

[@charliem.7492]

Saving this as I SO want to make it. My 5 year old granddaughter thinks the cat toilet is a sandbox for her to play in. I will be adding a latch lock on the top so she cannot get into it. This by far the BEST catbox container I've ever seen. Thank you.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

You’re most welcome 🥰 kids and dogs seem to have no respect for kitty business 😂

[@neon_berni]

A lovely idea! 💛 Even without a litter box in there, my cats would love to sit inside and sneakily spy on me through the holes!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Yes absolutely! 🥰

[@jcepri]

So true! lol

[@erinbanana22]

I love this! I am moving to an apartment and want to have the box not in my bathroom for once but also not just sitting there looking crazy! This is functional while not being ugly and I thank you so so much for this idea!

[@eh5320]

I feel like this would also be a nice and cozy sleeping spot for our cats if I added a simple cushion. My parents are redoing their living room and I have been pushing for a japandi/scandi style. My mom has been wanting to buy new cat beds, but couldn't find any in local stores that fit her tastes and living room so I'm going to recommend her this video, I think it would be a great compromise :) Thank you for the inspo!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

That’s a great idea! Do share it if you get around to doing it, I’m really curious at how it would turn out 🤩

[@josiecamilo7098]

Yes I like this too as you don't loose that space and the bed idea is exactly on point.

[@sunrae7680]

I would love to see this. I have 3 cats.

[@belindacarter6872]

Fantastic and the background 5:30 music you chose really said it all ! We are so fortunate to have these beautiful little creatures in our homes - this is a wonderful way to make it nicer for all! Thank you!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Aww thank you Belinda 🥰

[@sabinahertzum9728]

I had this exact box setup for years - retired it when we lost our second to last cat about 3 years ago… It’s amazing for spaces where you need multiple boxes but want it to look less ‘crazy cat lady’ ;) We made ours when we had 4 cats, and it worked amazingly!! It just wasn’t working when our second to last boy died, he was a pretty big boy ( around 12 pounds) and it was great for him and his brother - and even for our older ladies up to a point… Now we only have one Old lady left and she isn’t able to get into the big box anymore, so we just wanted it to be accessible to her ( she is 16,5 years Old and a tiny 4 pound Persian ;) so we’ve made her a low to the ground open box with low sides, that works for her!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you for sharing 😍 we always must make adjustments when your kitties get old. Your old lady is lucky to have you 💚

[@talon7132]

That's the smallest Persian I have ever heard of. I at one point had 2 black Persians Loki and Voodoo. Loki passed in a house fire. Voodoo had to be put down at 18yrs old , but weighed 28 pounds. Granted most of her weight was hair but still your furry child seems small to me.

[@sabinahertzum9728]

@@talon7132 she is not even the smallest I’ve had!! Her mother was usually around 3 pounds… But even though they are small they both lad babies without any intervention ;) The old lady I have now ( Dizzy) was born here and is gonna live her entire life here! We rescued her mom from a family member, and found that she had no breeding restrictions - so I contacted the breeder to find out what the line was all about and thought I would go in to breeding and showing!! Linda was a tricolor in blue/cream/white and beautiful deep orange eyes… We found a great farther and ended up with the smallest litter of one!!! That one was Dizzy…. She is crème smoke and those deep orange eyes!! She showed until she went into her first heat - then I pulled her because she didn’t enjoy it anymore!! Both Linda and Dizzy were ‘r@ped’ - a tomcat actually made a hole in their enclosure to get in to them!! They gave birth within 2 weeks… We kept a kitten from each litter, a black boy with deep orange eyes - and a red tabby with the same eyes…. Both grew to around 12-14 pounds and looked more like British shorthairs than Persians ;) Unfortunately the black one got a rare type of cancer in the blood- and we threw everything at it - he was admitted for 3 weeks - but unfortunately he didn’t make it… he lives to 9 and was a GREAT cat!! His half brother lives to 11 and died of a heart attack at home Oh - Linda died of old age at 15… Here in Denmark we don’t breed Persians really big - a normal breed standard female is 6-9 pounds…. Dizzy was around 6 pounds when she was younger, but the last few years she doesn’t move around that much anymore and don’t have as much musclemass as she used to…. She is not skinny, and has access to food 24/7… so her 4 pounds is just because she is old ;) and fat weighs less than muscle ;)

[@i.8885]

What an amazing idea! I'd make the side removable so you just easily slide out the litter box and put fake plants on top of it for decorating or a blanket where the cats can sleep. This will eliminate litter tracking, make your house beautiful and give a lot of space for the cat

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

That’s a great idea 😎

[@mihaelaion5146]

Any ideas on how to make the smaller side removable and still make a sturdy box altogether? I am thinking about putting the cat tree above this to make it taller and save some space (of course with additional support for the tree on the wall).

[@heini22]

Love the design so much! ❤️ However, cats really should have more litter to dig and cover when they're done. I know this is irrelevant to the main point of the video. I just always freak out when people don't put much litter at all because I know how uncomfortable that can be for cats and even cause behavioral broblems sometimes 😅😔

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you 🥰 This is actually the right amount of litter for the type I use. Because it’s corn based, it’s lighter and more absorbent, so with this amount pee clumps don’t reach the bottom but it’s still solid enough to walk on. If I put more, my lady kitties struggle to walk on it 😉 I totally get where you’re coming from though ❤️🐈‍⬛

[@heini22]

Thank you for answering! This helps me to understand 😊 I have never seen corn based litter where I live so I didn't know it would be so different to use.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

I love mine. I am doing a series of litter reviews (I used them for 30 days, otherwise it makes no sense 😉, so it’ll take a while for it to come out) and mine has come out on top every time! It’s the World best cat litter. It’s definitely available in North America and in Europe, if that helps 😊

[@yaeledmonds5158]

@@MicolAndOtherAnimals what is it called?

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

@@yaeledmonds5158 the link in the de description 😊

[@cannukian1]

Omg just the idea of just a plastic bin with a cut out is GENIUS! My cat loves to piss on the walls, so was looking for a litter box with high edges.

[@D_Parks]

The bottom is never flat, and and impossible to clean

[@jean-baptistepinel2007]

Great idea ! I think the cat would like it more with more entrances so it won't feel trapped

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you 😊 definitely 😊

[@spiderqueen601]

Sad to see that the HOL is no longer available! I love this idea.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

I know! But there’s a workaround: you can use the ÄPPLARÖ storage bench! 😉 I’ll put a link in the description 😉

[@hollyc8356]

A smell free litter box starts with the actual box that you use! If the box is metal it won’t soak up the old smells plastic is porous we use a chafing dish they sell stainless steel litter boxes they work wonderfully, also feed your cat a clean diet not the trash they sell at the grocery store! Both of these things help along with cleaning the box every other day! This is a very cute idea for hiding the litter box…

[@ginabutler3053]

You should totally make these and sell them.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thanks Gina! I am think of expanding the “ikea hidden litter box” series and selling them… glad I am not the only one who loves the idea 😊

[@barrez9307]

Over $200 in supplies for a litterbox? How much will you resell them for? Ridiculous!👎

[@ginabutler3053]

@@barrez9307 Looks like a good investment to me. I don't even like cats, I think they are filthy, disease carrying animals. But I caved and let my kids rescue a couple when they were on lock down last year. Something like this would be a lifesaver for me.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

But then again, our animals have a way to get us to unequivocally fall for them. I have faith in them 😉

[@Amberleigh_jj]

@@ginabutler3053 kind of back handed don't you think.

[@auntmaryspals7978]

Great build! I would like to make one myself. FYI, as a long time pet sitter, the World's Best is a fantastic litter. I've found that if you have a big container like the one that you are using, put about 3/4 of the 15 lb. bag in and add a scoopful now and then to keep it up. Try it and you won't be sorry. No scraping it off the bottom or the scooper anymore.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

I know right? Best litter ever 😊

[@kimeeeoow]

I'd love to try this! My mom wouldn't let me have a cat because the smell of poop always triggers her sinusitis so I made a cover using cardboard boxes temporarily 😊 will definitely find this one in Ikea 😆 i like the simplicity of this one ❤ greetings from Philippines!

[@chirrion6510]

great diy! I adjusted mine to serve as a bench in the entryway so now the humans have a place to sit down and change their shoes and the cats have a huge comfy litterbox :)

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Sounds like the great DIY 🤩 and happy kitties 🥰

[@sharpittyusa2821]

Where did you buy?

[@Josi2712]

I‘m moving into my first shared apartment with my boyfriend soon. I can’t wait to make this our first DIY project😍

[@giada1248]

You literally made my day. I was thinking of ways to camouflage the litter box after I finished renewing my bathroom and this is a great idea!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

So glad it was helpful! I’ve been using it for a while and I love it, especially since I can leave things on top of it and use it as a bench 😊

[@elisaparma3557]

Una cosa simile e più robusta l'ho fatta costruire due anni fa. Ho cinque gatti una soluzione del genere è molto utile. Bravissima 🙏🏻🙏🏻💗

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Grazie mille! 🥰

[@Kira-kg4kl]

I've done this kind of thing but used left over garden lattice 😅 also it's good to put lino on the bottom half of the inside so that litter doesn't fall out through the gaps

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Oh such a great idea! I’ll definitely get on that 😊 thank you so much for sharing 🥰

[@Kira-kg4kl]

@@MicolAndOtherAnimals no problem ^_^ that's what the Internet is for 😜

[@fidgetshouse]

Adjustable wrench. Cool idea.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you ☺️

[@annemaxwell9975]

Well done it looks good yet not overly enclosed.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you, that was my thinking, too ☺️

[@stateofhead5262]

This is beautiful conceptually and aesthetically ❤

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you ☺️

[@jonathandehebreard7230]

Yeah that looks so much better than just having a litter box out in the open... *BTW* - The pair of tools that you were using are called "Channel Locks"

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you Jonathan 😉

[@Phoenixia86]

This added some features to the hack I've seen before of this litter box! I like it. Also, I wonder if you could put holes on both sides (as some people are worried about cats not liking to be trapped). I wish I could do this IKEA hack but Ikea Canada no longer sells HOL.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

You definitely could! I have a few other ideas, but if you have a favorite IKEA piece, let me know and I'll see if I can convert it 😊

[@jekku4688]

I came "this close" to doing this myself for my kitty! However I ended up finding a very cool rattan chest with a flip up lid instead that worked wonderfully. However, I still have that Hol chest, which is now my coffee table!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

My next project is similar to your litterbox, I think. I like the increased ventilation aspect 😎

[@Ziyana_Zenn]

I would not hesitate to pay someone to do this for me! It's a brilliant idea!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Oh thank you 🥰

[@colleenmarin8907]

Air circulation, litter containment, and aesthetics all in one!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Yes 🙌☺️

[@fshnlover]

I love this. Not sure if I trust myself to get it done

[@dianeyoung2914]

I have this exact box for the same purpose however, I have a very large cat who is weak on his back legs so I actually lined the box with some left over vinyl flooring and the whole box itself is the litter tray. I can fill it with a lot of deep litter and he has plenty of room to move around. Before this I was struggling to get him to use a tray.

[@celloafterdark4173]

I think my cats would love this

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Glad to hear it 😊

[@chifengchenny]

Wow, very nice. I am going to buy a cat litter box on Amazon, but no one let me satisfy. Since I watched your video, I were inspired by you. I like your design

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Glad to hear it, and humbled to be of inspiration to you! I hope your kitty will enjoy it 😊

[@Spirits2000]

You can use a woodburning tool to cut out the hole in the plastic too 👍🏽

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Good idea, definitely!

[@hollygrosshans3529]

It’s a Japandi/Scandi style. Love it ❤️

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Yes that was my plan 😊 glad you like it 🥰

[@kelleywyskiel8513]

I love this. We’re down to one very ancient cat and he has a created toilet area for his box as well as a heated two level kitty bedroom ( cat sized and in the basement , he’s indoors ). This I will definitely do because his enormous litter box and litter box “ room” looks sloppy and I made it cutting and pricing together cardboard over his box. He’s an over the top of any box but wont jump into or use a top entry kinda beastie cat. I love love love this! I did learn to place the little into the center only of a little box to minimize him spraying the sides door and top as well and keep kicking inside the box btw.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Awww ancient cats are lovely! Since he’s old and probably has some arthritis slowing him down, you can make the entry deeper than mine, so it goes to the flow and he doesn’t have to lift his paws as much to go inside 😉 and yes, the tall litterbox is a must, especially with kittyscapers 😉

[@emeraldfernandez5010]

This is the one for us!! Thank you. I LOVE your channel. and I LOVE your manner, ( eg the details in explanation) care, respect of your animal and knowledge as health practtioner. THANK YOU for doing these videos

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@sheryldougherty282]

I made a box that has an cat box inside a plastic container. My cat head old and she got crazy when it was just the box on a tray.. saw the one I had on line and made it. No more litter on the floor. But love this one I will make when I get up to Denver and get this table from IKEA.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Sounds great 😊

[@claudiab.4846]

This is genius! It will solve my cat business problems, so off to IKEA now 😃

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you ☺️

[@dayannycardenas7404]

Loved it! Just to note, (my cat has cistitis and i worry too much about his comfort) Cats need a lot more sand depth than the one you set up for yours. At least 4 inches. And of course they need more than one litter box.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Glad to hear it (that you liked it) 😊 i use a corn-based litter, so I cannot put the standard 4 inch layer, the litter is light and it’s like quicksand if it’s too deep 😉

[@DianesPaperArt]

My kitty prefers a shallow depth of litter.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you for sharing Diane 😊 mine are big diggers, but don’t like to Sind into the litter😅

[@AlexiaKYoga]

This is such a beautiful and practical litter box! Thanks for sharing :-)

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Glad you liked it Alexia! I think Marco deserves his own 😜

[@AmorVitae93]

In fact I have no cats and I'm not planning on getting a cat anytime soon but I really enjoyed watching your video good job girl

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Aww thank you 🥰

[@My.World.of_Cats]

I will try the idea..first I need to find the outside materials. Love the design and idea. 😻

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Sounds great! Let me know how it works for you 😃

[@jcepri]

What a great video. Lucky kitty!

[@MuhammadSafdar-qe7rq]

Dog and cats very nice and very happy 🐈😻👌

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you Muhammad 😊

[@lolailo2k]

I used the same litter box for more than ten years. It's perfect for my littlel house

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

It’s pretty awesome, isn’t it?

[@fluffypudds]

I love this idea! But may I know if the wood might absorb the smell over time though? I'm considering to make one for my baby too

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Hi Zarianna! My litter box doesn’t smell, so I really haven’t had any issues and don’t foresee any over time, even if the wood is untreated. 😊

[@fluffypudds]

Oh, that's great! Thanks, I appreciate your reply

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

You’re welcome ☺️ I recommend you check out my video on my smell free litter box routine and “secret” 😉 I keep my litter box in my dining room right now, and nobody who comes over can tell that it’s a litter box 😉

[@autumnstoptwo]

someone else mentioned lining the bottom with linoleum in case anything spills so that could mitigate the issue as well!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

@@autumnstoptwo honestly, because I use a tall sided plastic box, there’s no leaks 😏 but if you plan on using a lower sided litter box then it might be a good idea 😊

[@julialagarde6032]

Good idea!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you ☺️

[@dorisperez5059]

BEST ONE I SEEN SO FAR GREAT IDEA THUMBS UP

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you 😊 glad you liked it 😊

[@rbrianjones]

They’re called Tongue-and-groove pliers or simply pump pliers. Some people refer to them as Channellock pliers, which is actually a brand name. Awesome video. I’m definitely making one. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Cool, thank you for sharing! I definitely love them, they come in so handy! Glad you liked it, share the photo of your version with me when you get it done 😊

[@sarahtonen4873]

your cat is beautiful. I am a long time fan of litterboxes hidden inside furniture. I have always lived in small apartments. my cats first hidden litterbox was in an octagonal coffee table/hutch that I found on the side of the road. Recently my husband built a window seat which hides our cats' litterbox. Occasionally at Christmas my kids comment that their presents are arranged overtop this litterbox. oh well, tiny living, what can I say?

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

We do what we can with the space we have 😉 thank you sharing 🥰

[@karenlerato357]

Brilliant! Definately my next project. They will love it! 👏👏👏💃💃

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Glad you liked it 🥰

[@karenlerato357]

@@MicolAndOtherAnimals Is that rhetorical? 😅😂

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

@@karenlerato357 wasn’t meant to be 😂😅 but if I read it now it sounds like it 😓😂

[@carlamoretti-pd3uf]

Hermoso video! Admiro una joven y linda mujer habil con el DIY. Solo una critica: me dio impresion verla usar herramientas electricas DESCALZA! 😮

[@rosariaperrone6297]

MERAVIGLIOSA IDEA!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Grazie mille 🥰

[@tarlin-33]

Приятно видеть, когда у человека руки из правильного места растут.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

oh thank you 😊

[@nozee77]

I like the outer part of this a lot! To hide the litter tray but still provide airflow is amazing! The inner box is not ideal imho, because cats like to cover their poo sorrowly, which is much harder for them with such a high litter tray that hinders free movement. Also some (for example elderly cats) might need a lower rim to hold onto while doing their business. I'd recommend a normal shallow tray for the above reasons. Other than that, amazing idea!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

I totally agree on the elderly cat modification! I like the high walls because one of my kitties is a dedicated litter-scaper and her litter sculptures would end up all outside the litterbox 😂

[@nozee77]

@@MicolAndOtherAnimals 😂😂😂 they all have their specialties when it comes to their business, too funny!

[@ShahriarFarkhan]

Second video I've watched, second one I've loved. Following :)

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Oh thank you 😊 welcome!!!

[@AmaliaRizkas]

Very clever idea, and it looked so aesthetic! Most important thing is to allow them to turn around to give more space inside.. Really enjoyed watching it and also love your choice of backsound though.. Like you're saying "it's all for youu.. I did everything for youu kitty cat" 😂💙 Hope your furry friends are always healthy and happy!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Oh you caught that 😍 that’s exactly why I chose that song for the video! 🥰

[@helengreen1539]

Супер и восторг. И главное, котейка заценила)))

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you Helen! 😊 and yes, the kitty seal of approval is necessary 😉

[@user67883]

Oh that's a good coffee table! Moving it into the centre of the room. Oh no!! Then during the coffee party your cat sees it's litter box and uses it.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

😂 it's in my dining room and since there's no smell, guests seems to be amused more than anything 😂

[@vinstinct]

The tools are called tongue and groove channel pliers but better known as channellocks.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

oh awesome, THANK YOU 🤩 I always wondered! I suddenly feel a lot more qualified to do these hacks! Now if I could just drill straight... 🤣

[@scraperindustry]

So smart

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you ☺️

[@misteriouskilljoy2713]

Awww .THAT S SO SWEET!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you ☺️

[@cowboycalico]

i might have to make this, it’s amazing

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Glad you liked it ☺️

[@avoss977]

Love the idea! Maybe I can do this at some point for my rabbits 😍 There’s always hay everywhere, maybe that will limit it 😆

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

That’s sounds great! Tag me on IG if you do! I had a rabbit when I was a little 😉🐰

[@yaeledmonds5158]

Could I ask, why is the hole into the litter box the same size as the cat flap? Why not make it bigger? Wondering if my cat would like this set up, as she will not use her current, open litter tray for poos, only urine.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Hi Yael, It's a habit of mine t make it that size. I make it as small as possible because my ladies like to dig, so I minimize the mount of litter that gets thrown out. If you try it, do let me know how it goes, my ladies really liked it 😊

[@lalluccia74]

This was awesome! What a pity IKEA as discontinued this coffee table 🥲

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

I know right? But you can do the same with the IKEA ÄPPLARÖ bench 😉

[@JLricas]

It's back in stock

[@mariafernandez5087]

Love the kitty!!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you 😊

[@hafizhashim3099]

Genius Diy design

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you 😊 glad you liked it!

[@agas1723]

Loved this! Great job.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you ☺️ glad you liked it 😊

[@Myriako]

Thank you for this video! 😀💐

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

You’re welcome Myriako ☺️

[@mariaodonnell8220]

Ingenious, thank you

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

You’re welcome 😊

[@Aleph86]

That's a very nice project ❤️

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you 😊 glad you enjoyed it, my lady kitties really like it!

[@TheNutbrittle]

This is cool ! Thanks for sharing.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

You’re most welcome 🥰

[@faragraf9380]

good nice idea

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you Fara ☺️

[@gitouttamycage9221]

You, my dear, are genius ❤️

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you! 😍

[@janedoe4316]

This is cute, but cat lovers please remember, cats do not like being blocked in & having no exit, much less being stuck in a small space to use the restroom. Please choose your cats comfort over your own personal sense of style🙏! Open litter boxes please

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you for sharing! Open litter boxes are of course the golden standard, as I mention in my litterbox 101 video (did you check it out? I'd love some feedback on it 😊). Since we're in a multi-species household, and my jack russell likes to eat not only cat poo but the litter as well, I've have to be creative to give my lady kitties a private place where they can do their business undisturbed, and this has been the best compromise 😊

[@jeanniestaller797]

Great idea but I would tweak it a little by using a plastic box about half the height so kitty has more ventilation and not feel so closed in.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Definitely an option ☺️

[@enikopapp534]

Great and stylish idea!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you Enikö ☺️

[@tofishoko]

Хорошая идея. Только высокий пластиковый контейнер с вырезанным входом - лишнее. легче обслуживать обычный лоток в таком скандинавском ящике . красиво.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you ☺️

[@MR-rj2qw]

One time I cut out one whole side of one of those large Ikea plastic boxes … with a cutter that I heated with a candle, because I had no fancy tool. Never again. Works well as a cat feeding station however.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

That’s exactly what I did for my first one 😊 but it worked well for me 😂 glad you were able to repurpose it 😉

[@MR-rj2qw]

@@MicolAndOtherAnimals It was not exactly repurposing 🤫 I bought it for that reason. I cut 2 boxes. The smaller had thinner plastic, that was okay. The big one made my hands hurt. Your litterbox is as beautiful as a litterbox can be btw. Would you tell me the measurements of it and the size of the cat? Because I have a laundrybox that looks just like the table, but my cats are Maine Coons and I think they would not fit in there.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Awww thank you 🥰 Mine is 57cm on the long side. It’s an IKEA Samla plastic tote. Honestly, with Maine Coons I would go a bit bigger actually, but it depends on the actual size of your cats 😊

[@MR-rj2qw]

@@MicolAndOtherAnimals And how long is the wooden box on the outside?

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

98cm x 50cm 😉

[@ginahovera2772]

Love your idea! 🙀😽😻

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you Gina ☺️

[@jomaholmalwasser7809]

This is really a pretty idea for something that not everybody wants to see

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you ☺️ pretty and functional was what I was looking for. I like to think of my cats as part of my family, so I try to consider them when I make design decisions, too 😊

[@denisehancock3281]

Think I would put the lid of the plastic tote on, less smell since it looks very open in the living room.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Hi Denise, it doesn’t smell, and this litter is pretty w on dust, so it hasn’t been as issue 😉

[@bedinabebe4521]

So cute!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Oh thank you 😊

[@arthooboo2]

It's cute but remember: never work barefoot. Kitty would be sad if you injure yourself making his litter box

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Definitely! I realized I was barefoot with horror while I was editing 😅 my newer bild featured much better safety precautions 😉

[@acm1011]

Muito obrigada pela ideia 💡. Seu cabelo está muito bonito

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Gracias 😎

[@stephanieromero308]

A wood burning iron could be used to cut the oil up opening

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Ah yes, that’s a great idea actually 🤩

[@saraonthevlog]

Loved the idea so much!!!!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you ☺️ 1 year in and I am still loving it 😊

[@sendark001]

This is super clever!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

So glad you liked it! I have really enjoyed having the litter box hidden but still in a handy place for daily cleaning 😉

[@charmaccents6278]

Nice! Add more litter, though.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thanks ☺️ it’s vegetable based, so it’s really light and more litter would be like quicksand for my lady kitties 😉 this is the most we can use ☺️

[@sharonashley1008]

Great job I love it!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Glad you like it 😊 so do my lady kitties 🥰

[@jimwithrow7643]

Great video and exactly what I was looking for! Now, if I can only find a storage coffee table like that! The links only led me to Ikea, and I can't find one of those coffee tables...

[@danieletuvia9373]

Hello, fantastic idea

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you Daniele ☺️ my lady kitties seem to like it 😊

[@Pammellam]

This is really a good idea…very creative and easy to clean up. Nice for kitty too. You could lose the music…..it’s not really necessary. We can stand a few minutes of silence.

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you! I was wondering about that, I like the music but I maybe it's distracting?

[@57waterlily]

Perfect!

[@MicolAndOtherAnimals]

Thank you 🥰

[@j3nnuhh]

I need this!! I had a previous cat litter cabinet that was too closed off and dark. I can’t find that coffee table in the US Ikeas though 😭