Outdoor PVC “Catio” for Cat Play & Protection

DIY PVC Catio: The Ultimate Outdoor Cat Enclosure

At FORMUFIT, we love seeing how our customers bring creativity to life with Furniture Grade PVC pipe and fittings. From DIY furniture to pet playgrounds, our products help people design functional, durable, and fun spaces. The Sager family from Indiana took that ingenuity to the next level by building a PVC catio—a secure outdoor space for their beloved cats to explore safely.

Known in their community for rescuing cats from local shelters, the Sagers wanted to give their furry family members a taste of the outdoors—without the dangers of open roaming. Their goal was to create a space that provided fresh air, room to play, and protection from the elements and predators while allowing easy access to the house. Using FORMUFIT Structural Grade PVC pipe and fittings, they built a modular catio that checked every box.

Building the Perfect Cat Patio

The Sagers’ design featured two layers: an outer frame that provided structure and safety, and an inner section designed as a cat condo—complete with lounging, climbing, and scratching areas. They used a variety of PVC components to achieve the right strength and angles, including:

• 5-Way PVC Cross Fittings
• Standard PVC Crosses
• 4-Way PVC Tees
• Various lengths of FORMUFIT Furniture Grade PVC Pipe for the framework

The family chose FORMUFIT for its durability, UV resistance, and ease of assembly—along with the convenience of having materials shipped directly from our warehouse to their home.

Creative Additions for Happy Cats

To make their catio truly feline-friendly, the Sagers wrapped sections of PVC pipe with carpet to create scratching posts and added wood and rubber mat platforms for climbing and resting. They also installed brightly colored tunnels and toys to encourage play. Reinforced wire fencing surrounded the frame, featuring a walk-through gate for human access and a window entry for the cats to come and go freely between the house and the catio.

Each build is customizable to the number of cats, available space, and design preference. You can explore more photos of the Sagers’ project and their adorable cats on their Facebook page.

Thanks to FORMUFIT’s reliable and easy-to-assemble PVC components, the Sager cats now enjoy their own backyard paradise—proof that a little creativity and the right materials can make life better for every member of the family.