Floating Cat Wall Shelf - The Playful Curve
A curved wave shelf with a wide scooped lounge area at one end and a taller raised crest at the other. The hidden fixings keep the look architectural, and the full-length cushion removes for washing. Choose Dip Left or Dip Right to suit your wall layout; each orientation is handmade to order. Read more →
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The Story
Watch your cat discover it for the first time: the tentative paw test, the slow stretch upward, and then that settled, tucked-in stillness that tells you they have found their spot. A shelf at the right height changes how a cat moves through a room, giving them the elevated vantage point they quietly crave.
The Playful Curve is handcrafted in Poland by Cat's Atelier from a sculpted frame. The gentle curved profile follows the natural arc of a resting cat, distributing weight evenly and making long naps genuinely comfortable rather than just possible.
Every shelf is made to order in a small workshop, so production time is limited and queues do build: if you have been considering it, sooner is wiser than later.
Why we chose this
Cat's Atelier's attention to feline ergonomics and honest, materials made this an easy decision: it is a shelf that earns its place on the wall and in the room.
Details & Specifications
- Dimensions
- Two sizes: 75 x 32 x 4 cm or 95 x 32 x 4 cm. Each in left- or right-dip form.
- Material
- Handmade metal frame, shaped and finished by hand.
- Mounting
- Wall-mounted with invisible fixings; holds 25kg (75cm) or 40kg (95cm). Fixings and instructions supplied.
- Care
- Wipe with a lightly dampened cloth, dry at once. No abrasive or solvent cleaners. Check fixings periodically.
- Made in
- Handmade to order in Poland by Cat's Atelier.
Frequently Asked Questions
What sizes does the Floating Cat Wall Shelf - The Playful Curve come in, and how big is each?
- 75 cm: 75 x 32 x 4 cm
- 95 cm: 95 x 32 x 4 cm
Available options - size: 75cm - Dip Left, 75cm - Dip Right, 95cm - Dip Left; colour: Grey, Beige, Cream, Dark Grey, Dark Chocolate, Bottle Green, Deep Navy Blue.
What is the Floating Cat Wall Shelf - The Playful Curve made from?
Each shelf is made from a handmade metal frame, selected for its stability once mounted. The curve is fine-tuned to your wall layout during installation, becoming fully rigid once the fixings are in. The form is shaped and finished by hand at Cat's Atelier's workshop in Poland. It holds up to 25 kg (75 cm) or 40 kg (95 cm).
How do I clean and care for the Floating Cat Wall Shelf - The Playful Curve?
Wipe the shelf surface with a lightly dampened cloth to remove dust or debris, then dry immediately. Avoid prolonged moisture contact and do not use abrasive or solvent-based cleaners, which can affect the surface finish. Check wall fixings periodically to ensure the shelf remains secure, particularly in the first few weeks after installation.
Where is the Floating Cat Wall Shelf - The Playful Curve made?
Each piece is handmade to order by Cat’s Atelier in their small workshop in Poland.
How long does delivery take, and what is your returns policy?
As each piece is made to order, production plus delivery to the UK typically takes 5 to 8 working days. UK delivery is free on orders over £75, otherwise £6.99. Import fees on EU shipments are absorbed by Deluxe Pet Co, so there is nothing further to pay on delivery.
We accept returns within 30 days on unused items in their original condition.
How is the Floating Cat Wall Shelf - The Playful Curve mounted, and are the fixings included?
The fixings you need are included - screws, bolts and wall plugs. The piece mounts to the wall on its bracket. On plasterboard, fix directly into a stud or beam so the wall can carry the weight securely. The mounting bracket's fixing centres are 40.6 cm apart.
What is the difference between Dip Left and Dip Right?
Our Playful Curve shelf comes in two mirrored profiles. Both shapes have a wide scooped lounge area in the middle and a taller raised crest at one end, with a small lip at the other. The difference is which side the tall crest sits on when the shelf is mounted.
Pick the mirror that suits the wall you are mounting on. The shelf itself is the same either way.
Does the Floating Cat Wall Shelf - The Playful Curve come with a warranty?
The frame and mounting hardware carry a 5-year guarantee against manufacturing defects. Cushions and fabric covers are treated as refreshable textiles and carry a 2-year warranty. If an item arrives damaged, contact us within 48 hours with photos.
Made by Cat's Atelier in Poland
Every shelf, house and step is made to order in a small workshop in Poland. Metal and wood construction is guaranteed for five years; cushions and fabrics carry a two-year standard warranty. Production plus FedEx transit to the UK typically runs five to eight business days.
Why cats need height
The curved profile lifts one side higher than the other, giving cats a raised edge to settle against. Raised resting places are a recognised enrichment factor for indoor cats, and an off-centre shelf creates visual rhythm on a longer wall without the formality of a straight line. Works equally well alone or as one point on a multi-shelf route.
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