Even though I knew the size of this scratching post from the description, I was surprised (and pleased) with it's real size and weight. Very well built, and a nice enough item to put in anyone's front room! Very fun & modern looking- like furniture. However, though our cat loves to scratch on other cardboard products, this one might be intimidating to him because he just won't scratch on it.... but he does sleep on it! He's a big boy, but he fits comfortably.  At this rate it will last forever...