How to Build a Cat Shelf That Fits over a Windowsill
Measure the width of the shelf board., Attach the wood supports., Attach the shelf board., Finished.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Measure the width of the shelf board.
Use this measurement to measure out two wood supports that will sit at a diagonal angle from the wall to the shelf board.
Cut the wood supports at diagonals each end, one for the wall and one for the shelf.
If preferred, cut a single but much wider wood support that will only be attached to the middle of the windowsill shelf. , Screw the wood supports to the wall. , Rest the shelf board on the windowsill and on the wood supports.
Nail, screw or glue in place. , Press on it gently to check that it's firmly in place before kitty uses it.
Then encourage him to give it a trial run.
A few treats left on the windowsill can help to tempt your cat into place. -
Step 2: Attach the wood supports.
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Step 3: Attach the shelf board.
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Step 4: Finished.
Detailed Guide
Use this measurement to measure out two wood supports that will sit at a diagonal angle from the wall to the shelf board.
Cut the wood supports at diagonals each end, one for the wall and one for the shelf.
If preferred, cut a single but much wider wood support that will only be attached to the middle of the windowsill shelf. , Screw the wood supports to the wall. , Rest the shelf board on the windowsill and on the wood supports.
Nail, screw or glue in place. , Press on it gently to check that it's firmly in place before kitty uses it.
Then encourage him to give it a trial run.
A few treats left on the windowsill can help to tempt your cat into place.
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