Cat Window Perch - The Arcing View
An arc shelf sized for window ledge mounting, cushioned end to end. Pick the base fabric and the upper cushion separately, in seven colourways, and the cushion cover lifts off for washing. Stainless steel hooks carry the weight on the window frame, so nothing is held up by the glass. A soft place to curl up and watch the world outside, at whichever window your cat has already claimed. Read more →
- 60 x 32cm, hung at the window for the view
- Metal frame, base and cushion each in 7 colours
- Holds 15kg on window-frame hooks, not the glass
- Handmade to order
- The upper cushion cover lifts off for washing
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Why cats need height
Cats spend long stretches of their day watching the world through a window, and a ledge-mounted shelf turns that pastime into a comfortable resting place rather than a balancing act. Elevated window perches are a well-known source of enrichment for indoor cats. The curve echoes the wall range, so a window shelf can form one point of a route that continues along the room.
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The making of itThe story behind the piece, and why we chose it
There is a particular kind of stillness that comes over a cat when it finds its perfect vantage point: pupils narrowing, tail curling slowly, the whole world reduced to whatever is happening just beyond the glass. The Arcing View gives your cat that moment, every single day, suspended at the window like a small, self-satisfied sentinel.
Handcrafted to order by Cat's Atelier in Poland, each shelf is shaped from a pre-bent frame, chosen for the way its curve becomes fully rigid once mounted. The gently arcing silhouette is not decorative flourish for its own sake: it distributes your cat's weight evenly across the surface and echoes the organic curves cats instinctively seek out in the wild.
At 60 cm wide, the shelf offers genuine sprawling room for cats of all sizes. Because every piece is made to order in a small Polish workshop, the wait is worth building into your plans.
How it mounts: The Arcing View is suspended from the window frame on stainless steel hooks, with flexible suction cups between the base and the glass that prevent direct contact with the pane. The suction cups protect the glass from scratches without bearing any load. Unlike suction-cup shelves sold elsewhere, The Arcing View cannot fall off the glass because it is not held up by the glass: the weight is carried by the hooks on the window frame. The shelf is suspended on thick cotton ropes.
Why we chose this
Cat's Atelier proved that a window-mounted shelf could be something a home is proud to show off, not just something the cat tolerates, and that combination is exactly what we look for.
Mounting & fitMeasurements and how to mount
SpecificationsMaterials, dimensions and finish
Details & Specifications
- Dimensions
- 60 x 32 x 4 cm (L x W x H).
- Frame
- Pre-bent metal, chosen for stability once mounted and resistance to daily flexing.
- Fabric
- Fabric-covered base plus a full-length upper cushion, both in a textured bobble knit. Base fabric and cushion fabric are chosen separately, seven colourways each. The upper cushion cover lifts off for washing.
- Mounting
- Suspended on cotton ropes from stainless steel hooks fixed to the window frame. Suction cups steady the shelf against the glass and carry no load. Holds up to 15 kg. All fixings and instructions supplied.
- Care
- Wipe the frame with a lightly damp cloth; avoid prolonged moisture. No abrasive or solvent cleaners. The upper cushion cover removes for washing.
- Made in
- Handmade to order in Poland by Cat's Atelier.
The Arcing View is built on a pre-bent metal frame, selected for its stability once mounted and its resistance to the daily flexing that a cat's weight and movement place on a perch over time.
Both surfaces a cat settles on are fabric. The base of the sling is fabric covered, and a full-length upper cushion sits on top, both in a textured bobble knit. You choose the two fabrics separately from the same seven colourways, so they can match or contrast. The upper cushion cover lifts off for washing.
The shelf is suspended on thick cotton ropes from stainless steel hooks fixed to the window frame. The suction cups sit between the base and the glass to protect the pane and steady the shelf, and carry none of the weight.
CareCleaning and everyday care
Wipe the surface down with a lightly dampened cloth as needed, avoiding prolonged moisture contact. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvent-based products on the metal surface. A dry microfibre cloth is ideal for everyday dust and fur removal between deeper cleans.
QuestionsAnswers to common questions
What are the dimensions of the Cat Window Perch - The Arcing View?
Dimensions 60 x 32 x 4 cm L × W × H
Available options - base fabric and upper cushion fabric, chosen separately: Grey, Beige, Cream, Dark Grey, Dark Chocolate, Bottle Green, Deep Navy Blue.
What is the Cat Window Perch - The Arcing View made from?
A pre-bent metal frame, selected for its stability once mounted and its resistance to the daily flexing that a cat's weight and movement place on a perch over time. It holds up to 15 kg.
Over the frame sits a full-length padded cushion in a textured bobble knit. The cover lifts off for washing and comes in seven colourways.
How do I clean and care for the Cat Window Perch - The Arcing View?
Wipe the frame with a lightly dampened cloth as needed, avoiding prolonged moisture contact. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvent-based products. The upper cushion cover lifts off for washing.
Where is the Cat Window Perch - The Arcing View 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 does the Cat Window Perch - The Arcing View attach to the window?
The Arcing View is suspended from the window frame on stainless steel hooks, with flexible suction cups between the base and the glass that prevent direct contact with the pane. The suction cups protect the glass from scratches without bearing any load. Unlike suction-cup shelves sold elsewhere, The Arcing View cannot fall off the glass because it is not held up by the glass: the weight is carried by the hooks on the window frame.
Does the Cat Window Perch - The Arcing View 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?
Is the cushion removable and washable?
Yes. The full-length upper cushion cover lifts off for washing, so the perch can be kept clean without taking it down from the window. The cushion is padded and finished in a textured bobble knit, in seven colourways: Grey, Beige, Cream, Dark Grey, Dark Chocolate, Bottle Green and Deep Navy Blue.
Can I choose different colours for the base and the cushion?
Yes. The base fabric and the upper cushion fabric are chosen separately, each from the same seven colourways, so they can match or contrast as you prefer.
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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