Well proportioned and stable. My Norwegian Forest cat scratches happily and bats the balls around. Saving my sofa. Recommend.
A well-proportioned standalone scratching post wrapped in natural sisal, with a solid wooden base and dangling play balls. Scratch Central is designed to redirect scratching behaviour without compromising on aesthetics.
- 60cm height with 35 × 35cm solid wooden base
- Densely wound natural sisal rope for durability
- Dangling play balls for interactive enrichment
- Compact footprint suitable for any room
- Stable, weighted base prevents tipping
- Suitable for cats of all sizes
Scratch Central takes a straightforward approach to a common challenge: giving cats a dedicated, satisfying place to scratch. The post is wrapped in tightly wound natural sisal — a material cats respond to instinctively — and stands at a height that allows for a full, satisfying stretch. The solid wooden base keeps it grounded during use, whilst the dangling play balls add a secondary layer of engagement for younger or more playful cats. Its compact 35 × 35cm footprint means it can be placed wherever it is most needed without dominating a room.
Delivery & Returns
UK orders are typically dispatched within 1–2 working days with tracked delivery. Free UK delivery on orders over £50. Not right for your cat? You have 30 days to return it — easy, no fuss.
Sized for Maine Coons
Every product at Giant Paws is size-checked for large breeds. Not sure if this is the right size for your cat? See our Maine Coon Size Guide or browse all our sizing guides. Still unsure? Get in touch — we’re happy to advise before you buy.
Our Guarantee
We only stock products we’d give to our own cats: pet-safe materials, built to survive a 10kg Maine Coon. If a product fails you, we’ll make it right.
Customer Reviews
What fellow big-cat owners are saying
Good solid post. My cat scratches it instead of the carpet now, mostly. Star off as I'd like slightly taller for my big boy, but it works.
Simple, solid, effective. The wooden base is weighty so it never topples. My Maine Coon approves and so does my sofa.
The wooden base is genuinely solid, no tipping even with my big lad. Sisal is thick and durable. Furniture saved.
my ragdoll took to it instantly. sturdy, natural, and the base doesnt slide on wood floors. great value
Solid standalone scratcher. Natural sisal, stable wooden base, and my big cat finally leaves the furniture alone. Great.
Natural sisal and a solid wooden base, my Bengal goes at it daily and it doesnt tip. The play balls are a nice bonus.
Solid wooden base means it stays put even when my big Ragdoll really goes for it. Sisal is tightly wound and lasting well.
Natural sisal is much nicer than the carpet type and my cat clearly agrees. Stable wooden base. Play balls a nice touch.
sturdy and my chunky boy cant knock it over. sisal wears well and the balls keep him entertained. pleased
sturdy standalone post, natural sisal, and my british shorthair actually uses it. the play balls keep him busy too
Nice quality sisal and a good heavy base. My cat took a few days to switch from the sofa but got there. Balls are a fun extra.
Simple and effective. My British Shorthair scratches it happily and the base stays put. Play balls are a bonus she loves.
does exactly what it should. thick sisal, heavy base, and the balls add a bit of fun. my maine coon loves it
Good sturdy post and my cat loves it.
my siberian ignored every scratcher until this one. the natural sisal and the play balls won her over. sturdy base
Nice post and my Norwegian Forest cat likes it. The play balls are cute but came loose eventually. Post is solid though.
Weighty base, thick sisal, happy cat. My Maine Coon uses it daily and it hasnt worn or wobbled. Recommend.
My Savannah is powerful and this holds firm. Natural sisal, weighty base, dangling balls for play. Great all rounder.
proper standalone post wrapped in thick sisal. my maine coon saves the furniture now. heavy wooden base, no wobble
Simple, well built, and it actually gets used. That's all I wanted.
Sturdy, attractive and the ball track adds a bit of play value you don't usually get. Great combo.
Diverted our Ragdoll off the carpet within a day. The height is the key — cheap short posts never tempted him.
Does the job and looks smarter than most posts thanks to the wooden base. Sisal could be wound a fraction tighter, but it's holding up.
The play balls in the base track are a surprise hit — she bats them for ages between scratching sessions.
The post is tall enough for a full stretch, which my long cat needs, and the wooden base is heavy so it never tips mid-scratch.