Miss Saira
Material List:
• 10’ stick of ½” 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 ½” pvc corner pieces (all sides slip, no threads)
• 4 ½” pvc caps (slip, not threaded)
• Tape measure • Hand saw or pvc pipe cutter • Pvc primer and glue - optional
Finished Frame
Small Hammock Frame
This small hammock frame works very well in most of our shelter’s kennels. The finished measurements are: 10” tall, 10 ½" wide, 16 ½” long. After the frame is assembled, a cover is needed. This frame works best with small to medium sized kitties. I’ve seen some of the larger cats try to fit on it, but if their kennel has room, the large frame works better for them.
3. Take the 14” length pieces, and push the corner pieces onto each end.
4. Take 2 of the 8” pieces, and connect each end to the corner pieces, making a rectangle.
5. Insert the remaining 4 8” pieces in the corner pieces, forming legs.
6. Place the caps on the ends of the 8” 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
shelter are not glued together. Occasionally, the cats are able to disassemble the frames, but they can be quickly reassembled.
8. Next step – create covers for the kitties to relax on, or under.
To download printable pdf instructions, click on the pdf icon.
Instructions:
1. Cut the pvc pipe as follows:
• 2 pieces 14” long
• 6 pieces 8” long
2. Wash the pvc pipe and fittings in hot, soapy water. Dry pieces.