Maintenance depends on the materials and layout rather than the modern label. A simple frame with accessible surfaces and removable pads can be convenient, while a sculptural design with narrow gaps may take longer to clean.
Before buying, check which components are washable, which can only be wiped and whether covers can be removed without dismantling the tree. Think about fur collecting beneath beds or around post connections. Those areas should remain reachable in your chosen room position. Keep the care instructions with the assembly information, and inspect joints while cleaning so that movement or damage is noticed early. Replacement parts can make upkeep easier, but confirm availability for the exact model. A design is practical to maintain when its routine fits your home and equipment, not merely because a photograph shows smooth, uncluttered surfaces.
Imagine the cleaning sequence before ordering. If removing one cushion requires dismantling three platforms, its washable label may be less convenient in practice than a simpler pad that lifts off securely from a reachable shelf.
For product comparisons alongside this advice, see Linden wooden cat tower and Arbor Retreat. The details below explain their sizes and uses.
Further reading: cats.org.uk.
Linden wooden cat tower
Arbor Retreat
Floral Canopy