Had suggested retail scratching post, after a few years on the cat's back, would appear as if to slowly dissolve into its components. So what to do: looked on Amazon, saw this cat tree and ordered. After a few days he was then also just around the corner (ie really fast delivery). The structure was, if you've built before furniture, done within half an hour. Now he stands there, stable and otherwise he makes a good impression. It fulfills all expectations you can set on a piece of furniture in this price range. Our two cats feel with him very well and play often so / it. Now the downside: the cave above is a little on the small side (probably for kittens), just as the sun boards. Will this probably have to replace more. Therefore, the deduction of two stars. Otherwise, as I said to recommend from the processing and stability ago absolutely OK and for the price.