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 →
- Two sizes (75/95cm), an off-centre dip left or right
- Handmade metal frame, cushion in 7 colours
- Invisible fixings, 25kg at 75cm or 40kg at 95cm
- Handmade to order
- Wipe clean and check the wall fixings now and then
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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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The making of itThe story behind the piece, and why we chose it
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.
Mounting & fitMeasurements and how to mount
| 75 cm | 75 x 32 x 4 cm |
|---|---|
| 95 cm | 95 x 32 x 4 cm |
SpecificationsMaterials, dimensions and finish
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.
- Frame
- Handmade metal frame, shaped and finished by hand.
- Fabric
- Full-length removable cushion with a washable cover. Base fabric and upper cushion fabric are chosen separately, seven colourways each.
- 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.
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.
On top sits a full-length removable cushion with a washable cover. The base fabric and the upper cushion fabric are chosen separately from the same seven colourways.
CareCleaning and everyday care
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.
QuestionsAnswers to common 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, topped with a full-length removable cushion whose cover washes. The base fabric and the upper cushion fabric are chosen separately from seven colourways. 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.
How high should this shelf be mounted?
How far apart should I space this with other shelves or steps?
Can this be mounted on a stud or plasterboard wall?
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.
How to Plan Your Cat's Climbing Route
A single shelf is a good start. A proper route, one your cat climbs from the floor with confidence, only needs a few planning basics.
- Start from the floor. The most reliable route needs no furniture at all: a short run of steps leading up to a perch works in every room, for every cat.
- Think in three bands — a low launch point up to about half a metre, a middle climbing band up to around a metre and a half, and a high vantage perch above that with a clear view.
- Space each step around 20 to 30cm apart, so every move is an easy step rather than a jump.
- Just don't stack steps directly on top of one another. Beyond that, arrange them however suits your wall, diagonally, in a diamond, a triangle, or staggered from side to side.
- Most rooms need three to five pieces to build a comfortable floor-to-perch route.
- A window is a popular spot for a shelf, giving your cat the view and the natural light to watch the room from.
- Two cats, two routes. Where space allows, give each cat its own way up rather than one shared route with a single pinch point.
- Easy to fix. Every piece comes with concealed fixings and full fittings, and mounts securely to masonry or a plasterboard wall with studs.
Read the full climbing-route guide for multi-cat routes, shelf-shape choices, and the full sizing detail.
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