My cats had one just like this before and over time it got a little worn out...they love the new one just as much as they did the old one and both cats enjoy scratching on the post every day.  It is very durable and my 4-year-old Khera just loves to sleep on the top hammock part...That is where she sleeps beside my bed every night.  This is an excellent cat tree and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to keep their cats happy and healthy.  Bootsie and Khera play with it every single day!