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Dr. med. vet. Sabina Büttner - Nov 15, 2018
Life is undoubtedly better with cats – but also more beautiful? In the past, it was often difficult to find cat furniture that matched home decor. Here, we show you our favorite accessories for stylish cats.
Basic equipment for a cat includes a cat scratcher, litter box, food bowls, and various sleeping places. In the past, cat owners with beautifully decorated homes often had to compromise and, out of love for their furry companions, acquired an unsightly cat tree or a color-mismatched litter box.
Fortunately, today there is such a wide selection of cat furniture that the perfect piece can be found for the most diverse interiors.
Beautiful Cat Trees
Especially for indoor cats, cat scratchers are indispensable as a climbing, scratching, and lounging opportunity or as an observation platform, and even outdoor cats often enjoy being able to retreat to an elevated resting spot indoors.
Gone are the days when we could only choose between beige, blue, and grey plush combined with Sisal posts for cat trees. The Swisspet-Living cat trees with real wood trunks and observation platforms made of faux fur are extremely attractive and can be combined with various interior styles.
A black cat tree from the swisspet Black Edition might also fit very well into modern homes.
An alternative to the cat scratcher are lounging mats, climbing steps, scratching boards, and Condos for wall mounting. These individual parts can be combined individually, depending on the room conditions, and dominate a room less than a large tree.
Cozy Resting and Sleeping Places for Cats
We like it when we can integrate sleeping places for our cats into existing furniture.
Do you have an IKEA Kallax or Expedit shelf? Then simply combine this shelf with a suitable cozy cat Condo made of natural wicker! Also very popular and attractive with cats is a basket that can be hung on a radiator.
Blankets and cushions should either have a neutral color or fit into the apartment's color scheme. For example, you can simply place a beautiful soft blanket on the sofa or place a matching Condo next to it.
Hiding Litter Boxes
Litter boxes are always a problem in the living area – not only in terms of appearance but also because of the smell and the cat litter that usually accumulates around the litter box. Therefore, we place our cats' litter boxes in the freely accessible laundry room and on the balcony. There, the cats can do their business in peace, and we are not disturbed in the living area by the smell and appearance of the litter box. If this is not possible, then setting up a cat house in which the litter box can be discreetly placed is a good solution. The prerequisite for this, of course, is that the cat also accepts such a solution!
Stylish Food Bowls
Today, the selection of food bowls is also very large. Stylish ceramic bowls, bowls with wood motifs, plastic bowls in various colors, or classic stainless steel bowls – you can find the perfect food bowls for every kitchen style today. Why not use the same placemat as a food mat for your cat as you do for your plates! Especially braided plastic placemats look very nice and are still easy to wipe clean.
Useful information at a glance
Which cat furniture best suits a modern home interior?
For modern homes, the Swisspet-Living cat trees with real wood posts and faux fur viewing platforms are particularly suitable. The Swisspet Black Edition also offers stylish black cat trees that integrate well into modern interiors.
How can I discreetly place the litter box in my home?
One option is to hide the litter box in a cat house that harmoniously blends with your decor. Alternatively, you can place the litter box in an easily accessible laundry room or on the balcony to avoid odors and litter in the living area.
Are there alternatives to a large cat scratcher?
Yes, instead of a large cat scratcher, you can use resting mats, climbing steps, scratching boards, and wall-mounted condos. These individual parts can be combined individually and take up less space.
How can I integrate my cat's sleeping areas into my existing decor?
You can integrate sleeping areas into existing furniture, such as a wicker cat condo in an IKEA Kallax or Expedit shelf. Baskets that can be hung on radiators are also popular with cats and fit well into many interiors.
Which food bowls match my kitchen decor?
There is a wide selection of food bowls, from beautifully designed ceramic bowls to bowls with wood motifs and classic stainless steel bowls. Use the same placemat as you would for your plates as a food mat to create a harmonious look.
