Scratcher had obvious defects, which would explain the discount. The bottom was only able to accept three of the four screws. The sides of the scratcher roping in the back are like misruled somewhat on the seams. It is like it was not glued on properly and had several areas of rope detached, which I cut off. Seems like a reject from the assembly line, but overall it serves it's purpose  for the five cats I have at home they all seem to enjoy being able to stretch their leg muscles. I think that Wayfair gives a fair price, however, it was not perfect as described on the site and I wonder if all their products are rejects from production lines with some flaws? For the price was ok deal with the defects.