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Installing your Just for Cats kit

The kit is designed for 1-2 people with basic DIY skills. Most installs take 3-5 hours. You shouldn't need a tradesperson, just a power drill, an afternoon, and [ideally] someone to hold the netting steady while you secure it.

It's a four-step process and we've included a real install on video for you to watch, photos from real backyards, and a downloadable install guide you can read through.

1. Plan your install

Walk your installation area. Identify gaps, climbable spots, and where the netting may need to curve at the top to stop vaulting. Each kit covers 10 metres of perimeter. It is best to measure first to confirm one kit is enough, or order multiple kits for longer runs.

You'll need a tape measure, a notepad, and ideally a second person to walk it with you.

2. Mount the J-brackets

If you've purchased J-brackets, drill them into your fence or wall at 2m intervals. They curve slightly at the end to create the overhang that stops cats vaulting.

For timber paling, use the supplied stainless screws straight into the fence post. For brick or rendered walls, use the supplied wall plugs first, then the screws.

Tip: place the netting behind the bracket before securing as it makes the next step easier.

3. Secure the netting

Make the netting slightly loose, not taut. Netting pulled too tight gives cats a foothold to climb. A slightly loose net makes it harder for them to get a grip and it lets the curved overhang do its job.

Use the supplied weather-proof rope and pull-ties to tension the netting along the top edge between brackets. Tie off at each end, work along the perimeter.

If you need more pull-ties, your local hardware store can help.

4. Secure the netting...again!

Use the supplied UV pull-ties and rope to secure the netting and close any gaps along the bottom and top edges. If you've got a fence with gaps wider than 100mm at the base, use extra pull-ties to close them.

Cats are notoriously good at squeezing through the smallest gaps, so if you're unsure, close the gap even further!

Once everything's secured, walk the perimeter one more time. Look for any spots where the netting sags, isn't tied off, or shows a gap. Fix those before letting your cat into the yard for the first time.

Watch the install

Real backyards, real installs

  • Kitty is now safe

    The gap between the roof and the fence was covered completely using the essential kit, enclosing the side of the house nicely and preventing any climbing into the neighbours' yard

  • My cat can't escape now

    This was a pretty unstable fence, with gaps between a broken trellis. The Standard Kit allowed a barrier between these gaps, the top of the fence and the ground to be created so escape between very hard.

  • No more vaulting!

    This fence line was long and straight, spanning the entire yard. A double-install had almost 20 metres of netting running from the house to the garage to keep this cat from vaulting over the fence.

Download our install guide

Our brief guide walks you through a basic step-by-step on how you can install your netting using the accessories provided. Note that your situation might be slightly different, but the principle is the same.

Just remember, leave no gaps!

Download the guide

Some FAQs

What if I have excess netting?

The netting is 4m tall, which is quite long. If you have excess netting after your completed install, you can either fold it back on itself or trim the netting with sharp secateurs.

Can I install on a colour bond fence?

Yes. Use self-tapping screws for thin metal. You will need to purchase these from your local hardware store. For thicker steel or capping rails, pre-drill a pilot hole first. The J-brackets sit flush against any flat surface. If in doubt a photo of your fence and trip to the local hardware store will put on the right track.

My gate has corners, how do I handle those?

A J-bracket fixed every 2m along the straight runs, and add an extra bracket at each corner so the netting can change direction without sagging it what we recommend. Remember, no gaps! If you leave a gap, your cat will find it.

What if I still want to be able to open my gate

Run the netting up to either side of the gate and tie off at each end with a J-bracket. Don't net the gate itself gates are the weak point, so supervise gate use or fit a self-closing latch if your cat is a regular escape artist.

Can I install on a shared fence with a neighbour?

Yes. The J-brackets and netting attach to your side only, nothing crosses onto theirs. We'd recommend a friendly heads-up before you drill, but legally you're working on your side of the boundary.

What if my fence is too small?

The kit comes with netting that is 4m X 10m. If you take the 4m as the height metric, you can simply fold the netting in on itself to create a barrier that is lower than 4m. The curved overhang helps, but a determined cat may still try and vault. It is worth measuring first if your fence is very low, and your cat can jump the J-bracket height, you might need to consider a different solution.

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