The usable centre varies by product, so it should be measured or confirmed separately from the overall flower diameter. Ask for the flat or gently shaped area intended to support the cat's body, excluding decorative tips and any steeply raised border.
If the bed includes a cushion, find out whether the quoted measurement refers to the cushion, the supporting board or the outside of the petals. Compare that information with your cat's resting position rather than just its weight. A cat that stretches lengthways needs a different shape from one that usually curls tightly. An overhead image with a measurement guide is particularly useful here. Avoid estimating the centre from a photograph containing an unknown-sized cat. When the seller cannot provide the internal measurement, that uncertainty should remain part of the buying decision.
If the centre is oval, record both its longest and shortest internal measurements. A single diameter only describes a circle; using one number for an oval can hide the narrower direction that limits turning space.
For product comparisons alongside this advice, see Floral Canopy and Arbor Retreat. The details below explain their sizes and uses.
Related products
Floral CanopyA 162 cm flower-platform tree with a 76 × 56 cm base. Its listed limit is 10 kg per tier; compare each platform with your cat’s resting size.
Arbor RetreatA 123 cm wood tower with a 70 × 50 cm footprint and a 45 × 40 cm top platform, useful for comparing a lower wooden layout.
Linden wooden cat towerA 191 cm wooden tower with removable cushions and a 49 × 49 cm top platform. The listed limit is 15 kg per layer.
Further reading: cats.org.uk; cats.org.uk.
