When it comes to this Cat Scratcher Lounge, from the looks of it I think my cats (3) are enjoying the lounge part a little more then the scratcher part (not that it matters).  The size and construction of the piece is wonderful.  I can see it lasting for quite a while.  Now some might think it's a bit pricey, but consider this.....once one side get to be to raggedy looking for your taste turn it over.  Then once that side has seen better days just cut the lounge in half (one cut on the left and one cut on the right.  You'll end up with two more scratcher lounges!!!  Divided up that way, your really not paying all that much.....