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

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 :)

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 :)

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

@@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

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

@@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.

Thanks for the kind words! Much appreciated:)

This is perfect

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

@@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

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

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.

@@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.✌

Thanks :)

Couldn't help singing it like Michael Bolton

I need to find a husband like him 🤷🏻‍♀️

Thanks! Glad to help!!

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

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

I have Bunnies.

@@KoishiteAkuma90 they might like it too🥰

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

She is a princess and gets all the love too 🥰

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

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.

@@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..?).

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! :)

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

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

@@aaronfixesstuff Yes please!!

@@aaronfixesstuff yeessssssss

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.

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 (kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p9iIe5eTzsmslGg.html). 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.

Thanks!

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

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

Thanks!! Glad you enjoyed it!!

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

Merci Julien!!

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.

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!

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.

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

I would argue that it is mutual :)

Yes!! They absolutely LOVE it!!

Thank you!!

Right! So fluffy

Yay! So happy to hear :)

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

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

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!!

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 :)

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

Love comments like these!! Happy it worked out for you!!

Glad to hear, and thank you!!

flitdek totally agree!!!

Glad to hear!!!

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

Yay! Glad you enjoyed it. I posted another cat video you might like. Here is the link to it: m.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p9iIe5eTzsmslGg.html

Thanks for the validation☺️

Thank you so much!!

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!

Always!! They are part of the family. I made another cat video too. Here is the link to it: m.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p9iIe5eTzsmslGg.html

Thanks Stevie, so glad you enjoyed it. I made another cat video you might like. Here is the link to it: m.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p9iIe5eTzsmslGg.html

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

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

What a nice dad!!

Thanks for acknowledging the hard work. But people like you, who watch, comment, and subscribe to the channel really make it worth it.

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!!

@@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.

You comment🤣🤣🤣🤣

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 🐱

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

Hannah Amos thanks! Glad you enjoyed it 😄

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

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.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p9iIe5eTzsmslGg.html

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!

joyce larson she is the creative one!

zooloo579 thank you so much 😊

Glad to help!!

“And a cat” 😂😂😂

This is your time!

Nathaly Lopez of course! Glad you enjoyed it.

They still love it 😍

Thanks Remy! Glad you enjoyed it!!

Yes, please post the supplies! :D

Specifically what kind of glue? Special industrial type?

@@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.

@@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.

@@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

Yes he does :)

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

Thank you!!

Glad it was helpful!

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

Thank you so much!!

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. :)

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

@@aaronfixesstuff thank you so much for the answer!

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

Good point. I didn’t want the rope secured too well, in order to give me the option to replace it when the cats wear it out.

Go bigger💜

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.

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

@@icantdance6813 essentially a screw sometimes called lag bolts