How To Hide A Cat Litter Box In Plain Sight [The #1 Way]

We all know litter boxes aren’t exactly attractive, yet our cats need easy access. How can you hide them from view but allow your cat to go to the toilet easily? How can you help your cat transition to a hidden litter box? What else do you need to consider? Well today, we are going to be covering all these things. And more!

So, how can you hide a litter box in plain sight? You can hide a cat litter box in plain sight through the strategic use of concealed furniture or repurpose an existing piece of furniture. Other attractive objects you can use include large plastic plant pots, big baskets, or a do-it-yourself litter box cover.

Best Ways To Hide A Litter Box In Plain Sight

The best ways for you to hide a litter box in plain sight make the most of your existing décor and provide ample room for your cat to do their business. The easiest route is to purchase a piece of concealed furniture which has been built for the purpose of hiding a litter tray. Otherwise, you can cut a hole or install a cat flap in an existing piece of furniture – or use something with an existing opening (such as the space under a sink).

Use Concealed Furniture

Concealed furniture is an excellent way to hide a litter box in plain sight.

You can find some very classy items that are purpose-built so that your cat will feel right at home, such as this Haven Litter Box Enclosure, which many cats seem to love.

Enclosures like these can complement your home décor, and it looks attractive anywhere in your home. This particular enclosure is designed with cats in mind and is easy to use.

Other pros include:

• You can use the top of the unit to store or display other items
• Your floor will be free of pieces of kitty litter, so there is less need to vacuum around the litter tray (the unit comes with a litter tray, scoop, dustpan, and brush)
• You can customize the color with a coat of paint or new varnish to match your current décor
• The unit accommodates a variety of litter boxes measuring up to 17 x 21 inches
• Bits of litter that your kitty kicks off its paws tend to land in the landing spot
• Many owners report their cats take to this enclosed litter box quickly and seem to like using it (probably the biggest pro of all!)

Some things to consider are:

• The price of the unit
• It requires self-assembly
• You’ll need to help your cat get used to an enclosed litter box (we give you tips for that below)

This is a highly attractive piece that doesn’t even look like it’s hiding a litter box, so it really is a case of hiding the litter box in plain sight.

Repurpose Existing Furniture

You may have furniture in your home that you aren’t using that could easily hide a litter box.

You can use things like:

• A side table.
• A closet (you can put the litter tray at the bottom of a wardrobe with a shelf above it to keep it separate from clothes or other things you’ve stored inside).
• An ottoman, toy box, or another type of bench (these are multi-functional: put a cat flap in the side of the bench, and you can still sit on top).
• A cupboard.

Here’s a simple way to create your own hiding place for a litter tray from a piece of existing furniture:

1. Choose furniture that can contain a litter tray underneath it.
2. If it has doors at the front, you can either create an opening by removing one or both doors (depending on the size of the piece of furniture) or cut a large hole in the front of the door for your cat to get through. No need for a hole if there’s already an opening (such as the space under a sink or an end table).
3. Next, choose a piece of fabric that matches your décor. Measure the perimeter of the opening (or the hole), and double it if you want to gather the fabric for a ruffled curtain effect.
4. Measure the height between the floor and the top of the opening, then cut and hem the fabric.
5. Attach the fabric across the opening using small nails, thumbtacks, or staples. Make sure you leave a slit across the front or at the side for your cat to get in and out without having to push underneath the curtain that you’ve created.
6. Put the furniture in the spot where you previously had the litter tray.

Note: You don’t have to have a curtain – another attractive option is to put a wooden frame around the opening that matches the piece of furniture. Some people also add an existing cat flap to a cabinet – you can keep the doors at the front and put the cat flap on one side. You can then use the inside of the cabinet as a storage area, with the litter tray on the bottom and the scoop and other essentials hanging from a top shelf or along the inside of one of the doors.

Use Another Type Of Attractive Object

There are some other kinds of objects that are built to hide litter trays that you can consider, such as:

• A large ‘plant pot’. You can put a fake plant on the top and a hole in the bottom of the pot for your cat to access the litter tray beneath. Some people simply fill the bottom of the pot with cat litter (be sure to use a lightweight pot for ease of cleaning when you have to lift it).
• An attractive basket. Larger baskets can accommodate litter at the bottom, and you can easily cut a hole in the front. Big wicker baskets are particularly well-suited, as they come in chest-style shapes with a large opening on top for easy cleaning. The spaces between the wicker provide ventilation, too.
• A do-it-yourself litter box cover. This sounds easier than you think – any type of large wooden structure can be suitable to cover a litter tray, and you can decorate it as you wish.

How To Help Your Cat Transition Over To A Hidden Litter Box

Depending on your cat’s personality and preferences, it can take some time to help them transition to using a hidden litter box.

Here’s how to help your kitty make the change to a covered or hidden litter box:

Introduce The New Location

Before buying or changing any furniture, put the litter tray where you’ll want the hidden box to be.

Allow Time

Give your cat the time it needs to get used to the new placement of the tray, and make sure they’re happy doing their business there.

Be sure to stick to the same kind of kitty litter that your cat has been using.

Make Sure Its Ready

Once your cat is accustomed to the new place for their litter tray, add the cover, piece of furniture, cupboard, basket, etc.

Make sure it’s ready to use before you cover the litter tray – your cat won’t appreciate you hammering away while they’re trying to go to the toilet!

You might have to show your kitty that it’s still the same litter tray – just with a cover.

Consider Toys To Help

If your cat is resisting the change, try offering a favorite toy when they go to the litter box.

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