The wave shaped scratch mat is elegant & bound to be a favourite with your cat. The carpet covering is easy to care for. Cats scratch their claws to keep them sharp & healthy & also as a way of marking their territory. Provide your cat with a scratch mat with sisal so that your pet does not attack your furniture. If your cat has already started to scratch the furniture place this scratch mat in front of that area to encourage your cat to use it. Most cats are happy to accept an alternative & you will be glad your cat is not scratching at your furniture.