Large Cat Hammock Frame

Material List:

• 10’ stick of ¾” pvc pipe – I typically use the “thin wall”, or class 200, pvc pipe. This pipe is thinner, lighter weight, and cheaper than the “thick wall”, or schedule 40 pvc pipe. But either type of pvc pipe will work for this project.

• 4 ¾” pvc corner pieces (all sides slip, no threads)

• 4 ¾” pvc caps (slip, not threaded)

• Tape measure • Hand saw or pvc pipe cutter • pvc primer and glue - optional

Large Hammock Frame

Finished Frame

This large hammock frame works very well in our shelter’s larger kennels. The finished measurements are: 13 ½ ” tall, 17” wide, 22” long. However, customization is possible - see the notes at the end. This frame works great for multiple kittens, a couple of smaller cats, or a large kitty.

After the frame is assembled, a cover is needed for the kitties to relax on. The more weight the hammock is expected to hold, the stronger the hammock cover needs to be.

Large Hammock Frame.pdf

3. Take the 19” length pieces, and push the corner pieces onto each side.

4. Take the 14” pieces, and connect each side to the corner pieces, making a rectangle.

5. Place the 4 11” pieces into the corner pieces, forming legs.

6. Place the caps on the end of the 11” legs.

7. If you wish to use pvc cement to glue the frame together, you may, but it is not required.

Read and follow the glue and primer manufacturer’s directions exactly.

Most of the frames at our kennel are not glued together. Occasionally, the cats are able to disassemble the frames, but they can be quickly reassembled.

Next step – create covers for the kitties to relax on, or under.

Note: This frame may be customized to fit your space. If you are going to

use the hammock cover patterns that I’ve posted, the most important

measurement is the width of the hammock. The height and length of the

hammock may be altered, but keep the width the same.

To download printable pdf instructions, click on the pdf icon.

Instructions:

1. Cut the pvc pipe as follows:

• 2 pieces 19” long

• 2 pieces 14” long

• 4 pieces 11” long

2. Wash the pvc pipe and fittings in hot, soapy water. Dry pieces.