DIY

How to Assemble a Multi-Level Cat Tower with Two Enclosed Hideaways

A multi-level cat tower can give your feline companion the perfect place to climb, scratch, and lounge. The design shown here includes two enclosed condos (one featuring a cat-head cutout), several perches, a scratching ramp, and sisal-wrapped posts for scratching. Below is a step-by-step guide—complete with consistent image descriptions—to help you assemble this fun and functional cat tower.

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Step 1: Unboxing & Organizing

Instruction: Carefully remove all parts from the packaging. You should have a base platform, two wooden condos (one with a round cutout, the other with a cat-head silhouette), multiple sisal-wrapped posts, several perch boards, a ramp or ladder, and a hardware kit (screws, bolts, and possibly Allen wrenches). Lay everything out on a clean surface, verifying each item against your assembly manual.

Image 1 (Wide Shot): The wooden base, two condo boxes, multiple perch panels, sisal-wrapped posts, and labeled hardware packets are neatly spread on the floor. A small toolkit (screwdriver, hex key) rests nearby, ready for assembly.

Step 2: Securing the Base & Initial Posts

Instruction: Position the base platform on the floor. Identify the first set of sisal-wrapped posts to support the lower condo and perches. Align each post with the pre-drilled holes on the base, then secure them with bolts or screws. Keep the hardware slightly loose so you can adjust alignment if needed.

Image 2 (Wide Shot): The base platform lies on the floor, with a hex key tightening bolts into the first vertical post. A few extra screws are visible, indicating ongoing assembly.

Step 3: Installing the Lower Condo & Ramp

Instruction: Once the initial posts are in place, place the lower condo (with the round cutout) onto the designated posts. Match the condo’s underside holes with the top of each post and fasten with screws. If your design includes a ramp or ladder, attach it to the condo’s entrance using the provided brackets or hooks.

Image 3 (Wide Shot): The lower condo is partially attached atop two posts, while the small ramp is shown leaning against the condo’s entryway. A screwdriver is visible, tightening the final screws.

Step 4: Building Upward with Additional Posts & the Upper Condo

Instruction: Position the next set of sisal-wrapped posts on top of the lower condo. Secure them using bolts or screws through the condo’s roof panel. Then, place the upper condo (featuring the cat-head cutout) on these posts, aligning the pre-drilled holes. Attach any intermediate perches or platforms according to the manual, ensuring each one is level before tightening the hardware.

Image 4 (Wide Shot): The tower is taking shape with the second condo perched above the first. Several sisal posts connect the two condos, while an additional perch is being fastened on one side.

Step 5: Final Perches & Stability Check

Instruction: Attach the remaining perch boards at the top level. Secure them to the posts with the provided bolts, leaving no gaps. Gently shake the entire tower to confirm stability. Tighten any loose bolts or screws, then wipe down any dust. Finally, place your new cat tower in a safe corner—your cat will love exploring the condos, scratching the posts, and surveying the room from the top perches.

Image 5 (Wide Shot): The fully assembled cat tower stands tall in a well-lit room, with both condos in place, multiple perches at various heights, and the ramp leading to the lower condo.

Conclusion

By following these five steps, you’ll have a sturdy cat tower that provides your pet with endless entertainment and cozy hideaways. The sisal-wrapped posts encourage healthy scratching habits, while the condos and elevated perches satisfy your cat’s desire to climb and observe their surroundings. Enjoy watching your feline friend explore and relax in their new vertical playground!