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2.6x smaller footprint than traditional cat trees
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The Only Cat Tree You Need
One time investment for life. Looks so good, it'll make your neighbours jealous. Built to survive cat-apocalypses. Every part is replaceable. Katpole comes with a 100-day risk free trial and 10 year warranty. Guaranteed purrs or your money back.
Easy to put together and take apart
Easy to disassemble if you ever have to move, and it’s great for renters because it doesn’t damage the ceiling or walls
No screwing or drilling required
Held to the ceiling by a tension bolt. That’s the same mechanism used to stabilize construction scaffolding (wayyy stronger than your shower curtain rod)
Built to last forever
Aircraft grade aluminum poles make Katpole exceptionally light and strong.
Pole pieces attach to each other with heavy duty steel bolts that are welded onto chrome flanges to prevent rusting.
22” diameter wood platforms can hold up to 40lbs.
Hammocks are canvas with a microsuede interior (for cat comfort and easy cleaning) and attach with industrial velcro.
Configured for your cat family
Configured for your cat family
Cats live to scratch this
Your cats can fully stretch out vertically to scratch (thanks to the long pole) or use the standing platforms. They will have healthier claws and finally stop destroying your furniture.
Our scratch carpets last longer and look better than the sisal rope you would find on other cat trees.
If they do wear out, you can easily order replacements and swap them out.
Easy to clean
100% waterproof vinyl surface makes platforms easy to wipe down.
Carpets are designed for convenient vacuuming or brushing to remove cat hair.
Metal and wood will never stain or smell.
Our Values
10 Year Warranty
We guarantee the longevity of our product and offer free replacement parts should anything break.
Right to Repair
Every single piece of Katpole is replaceable, even the bolts, screws, and aluminum poles.
No Cardboard or Plastic
We are uncompromising when it comes to our materials, only using metal, wood, and canvas.
100 Day Risk Free Trial
If you or your cat don’t absolutely love Katpole, just contact us within 100 days of your purchase and a free return shipping label will be provided.
Our Story
Hi, I’m Hannah.
I spent years searching for a cat tree for my 23lb maine coon, Tubes. He prefers a taller tree so he can look out the window. But every store-bought option bent or broke under his weight. So during covid, my husband Mike and I decided to build our own. We wanted something that was sturdy and looked good in our home. We built a few prototypes, and our friends started asking if we could make more. That’s when we realized other people might want one too and launched Katpole.
Meow, Hello Human!
I’m Tubes, a big orange cat.
Do you want to see my new home?
Finally, a place where I really relax
I used to get chased around by that stupid dog and I had nowhere to escape to. I would hide on kitchen counters, on bookshelves, and even on the dining table. Nobody was happy about that. Now I can sit comfortably 8 feet in the air where the dog can’t touch me.
And I get to see what everybody is up to! My human placed my Katpole near the window so I can watch the birds and the neighbors. I love being so high up. It feels like my own Pride Rock.
And I get to see what everybody is up to! My human placed my Katpole near the window so I can watch the birds and the neighbors. I love being so high up. It feels like my own Pride Rock.
Finally, a place where I really relax
I used to get chased around by that stupid dog and I had nowhere to escape to. I would hide on kitchen counters, on bookshelves, and even on the dining table. Nobody was happy about that. Now I can sit comfortably 8 feet in the air where the dog can’t touch me.
And I get to see what everybody is up to! My human placed my Katpole near the window so I can watch the birds and the neighbors. I love being so high up. It feels like my own Pride Rock.
And I get to see what everybody is up to! My human placed my Katpole near the window so I can watch the birds and the neighbors. I love being so high up. It feels like my own Pride Rock.
The first cat tree that is big enough for a cat like me!
Sometimes my old cat tree would fall over when I jumped on it. That really freaked me out! But Katpole is so strong I know it will never get knocked down – even if my little brother tries to jump on me.
The roomy hammocks are my new favorite sleeping place. Since me and my brother both have one, we never fight over our spots anymore.
The roomy hammocks are my new favorite sleeping place. Since me and my brother both have one, we never fight over our spots anymore.
We love scratching and climbing Katpole
If I don’t scratch things every day my claws start to itch. Me and my brother used to get yelled at a lot because we were leaving marks on the couch and walls. Now, we have Katpole’s carpets and they are way more fun to claw at. Plus, the pole is so tall that I can streeeeetch out and scratch it just like a tree.
I love climbing up; the platforms are like my own stairs. They are so wide, I never worry about getting bumped off by my brother. Getting into my cozy hammock is a breeze. And when I wake up I can just walk down.
I love climbing up; the platforms are like my own stairs. They are so wide, I never worry about getting bumped off by my brother. Getting into my cozy hammock is a breeze. And when I wake up I can just walk down.
We love scratching and climbing Katpole
If I don’t scratch things every day my claws start to itch. Me and my brother used to get yelled at a lot because we were leaving marks on the couch and walls. Now, we have Katpole’s carpets and they are way more fun to claw at. Plus, the pole is so tall that I can streeeeetch out and scratch it just like a tree.
I love climbing up; the platforms are like my own stairs. They are so wide, I never worry about getting bumped off by my brother. Getting into my cozy hammock is a breeze. And when I wake up I can just walk down.
I love climbing up; the platforms are like my own stairs. They are so wide, I never worry about getting bumped off by my brother. Getting into my cozy hammock is a breeze. And when I wake up I can just walk down.
How we compare
How we compare
See what our furry testers have to say!
Tubes
4 year-old Maine Coon
Very Strong & Sturdy
First, it is good to be able to install it in a small corner. It also gives your place modern vibes with minimalistic design. The poles are strong and stable enough, Even for my 23lb maine coon cat. It’s not shaky at all. Also all the carpets can be individually replaced, that’s very practical and good for the environment.
Hannah – Tubes’ Human
Silver
2-year-old Domestic Short Hair
Awesome Pawsome!
Silver has been using the katpole since he was born. He basically sleeps in the hammock all the time. When he was a kitten, he just climbed straight up the pole without using any platforms and went into the hammock directly. Now he is heavier so he started using the platforms. Love the overall design too 5/5!
Mike – Silver’s Human
Mogi
2-year-old Bengal Tabby Mix
Mogi’s favorite spot!
I bought other cat furnitures for Mogi before, but she usually lost her interest after a couple days. However! ever since we got Katpole, she spent her most of time in the pole. She likes to scratch and jump to the top platform. Her favorite part is the hammocks! She loves to sit in the hammock and look out of the window!
Sunha – Mogi’s Human
Clemencio
2-year-old Domestic Short Hair
Simply the best invention!!
I live in an apartment with four cats, and this has been my saviour. Not only does it help to use as much space as possible vertically, but it also has an accessory for each cat. One of my cats loves heights, and she is always on top. The other two like to be in the hammock together, and Nyla is already an old cat, and she loves the lower part where no one else bothers her. It is a product that I recommend without a doubt, a life changer for my cats and me.
Sandra – Clemencio’s Human
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FAQ
Fulfillment
Each Katpole is currently made to order because of the large number of customizations. We also pack each order individually to ensure you receive the correct components for your ceiling height.
This means after you place your order, it will take 60-90 days for you to recieve your custom Katpole.
Installation
No! Your Katpole will come with the required tools, including a wrench and gloves. We do recommend having a step ladder or a stool that can help you reach the ceiling. If you have ever changed the light bulbs around your house, you’ll most likely be able to install Katpole yourself.
You could do the whole thing by yourself. However, it will be much faster if you have a friend to help you. When setting up the top part of your Katpole, stand on a stool and get them to pass you the pieces so you don’t have to climb up and down.
You must have a flat ceiling because the ceiling hardware require a flat surface to create sufficient tension. This means vaulted, dome, coved, cathedral, shed/sloped ceilings, are not supported unless you have a flat area of at least 1 square feet (30 cm2). Popcorn ceilings are okay. Please also note the ceiling height requirements below.
Your ceiling height must be between 7 ft 5 inches to 9 ft 5 inches and flat. This covers the vast majority of residential ceilings around the world. Standard ceiling height in North America is 8 feet.
Yes, Katpole is perfect if you’re renting because it’s super easy to take apart and it doesn’t leave any marks on the ceiling or walls. It’s held to the ceiling by tension alone (no screws).
Safety
Yes. We recommend removing the bottom level of platforms so that babies and toddlers cannot climb Katpole. You also have the ceiling and floor stabilizers to prevent Katpole from falling over even if someone knocks into it.
Yes! Katpole is the best cat tree for these types of cats because you can arrange the platforms to serve as stairs, meaning your cats will never have to jump to reach the top. They can easily climb up or down.
No! Katpole is designed as a full aluminum tension pole. Therefore, the entire structure requires no permanent attachments to your floor or ceiling. We also made sure it’s easy to take apart and repack so you can take it with you if you move.
Theoretically, 24 cats can be on Katpole at a time. That’s if you put 10 platforms and 2 hammocks (the max number of modules Katpole can have). However, we recommend having at least 1 hammock per cat for your peace and quiet. And if you actually manage to put 24 cats on your Katpole please send us a video and we will give you $500.
The platforms and hammock will easily support even the largest domestic cat breeds, such as Maine Coons. Even two Maine Coons on a single platform would be supported. However, the platforms are designed for cats, and for safety reasons, we do not recommend more than 40lb per platform.