Quick answer
To refresh your Mau basket and refills, first inspect the basket for wear, then swap out old cardboard refills on your Emory or Torii scratcher, and finally customize the Gray Basket's cushion and pom-pom colors for a fresh look.
Why refresh instead of replace?
Replacing just the cardboard refill is cheaper and less wasteful than buying a whole new scratcher. The 2x Emory Refills and 2x Torii Refills let you restore scratch appeal in minutes. For the Gray Basket, swapping cushion and pom-pom colors gives your cat a new spot without discarding the frame.
5 steps to refresh your Mau basket and refills
- Inspect the basket frame and cushion: Check the Gray Basket's woven frame for loose ends or damage. Remove the cushion and examine it for stains, odors, or flattened filling. If the cushion is still supportive, you can simply wash the cover according to the care tag. A frame in good shape means you only need to refresh the cushion or colors, not replace the whole basket.
- Remove the old cardboard refill: For the Emory or Torii scratcher, pull out the worn cardboard insert. Dispose of it or recycle it if your local program accepts cardboard. Watch for loose cardboard dust that might get on carpets. Always remove all old cardboard pieces so the new refill sits flush and doesn't wobble.
- Slide in the new refill: Take a fresh 2x Emory Refill or 2x Torii Refill and push it into the scratcher's frame. It should fit snugly without forcing. If it feels loose, check that you removed any leftover cardboard tabs from the previous refill. The refill should be level with the frame edge. If it sticks up, press it down gently.
- Customize the Gray Basket colors: Select a new cushion color and pom-pom color combination from the available options (e.g., Mint cushion with Rose Pink pom-poms). Swap out the old cushion and pom-poms by untying or unclipping them from the basket frame. Changing colors is a low-cost way to refresh the basket's look—no tools needed.
- Place the refreshed basket and scratcher: Put the basket in a spot your cat already likes, such as a sunny window or near a favorite perch. Position the scratcher nearby so your cat sees it as part of the same relaxation zone. Avoid placing the scratcher in high-traffic areas where it might get knocked over. Cats are more likely to use a refreshed setup if it's in a familiar, quiet location.
Products that make refreshing easy
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Gray Basket (Customize): The Gray Basket lets you choose cushion and pom-pom colors such as Cotton White, Mint, Rose Pink, Lilac, Burgundy, and Forest. You can update the look of your cat's bed without buying a new basket, matching your decor or your cat's changing preferences.
Gray Basket (Customize)
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2x Emory Refills: The 2x Emory Refills are cardboard inserts that fit the Emory scratcher and take about 5 minutes to install. A quick swap restores the scratching surface your cat loves, preventing furniture damage and keeping the scratcher useful.
2x Emory Refills
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2x Torii Refills: Each Torii refill slides into the Torii scratcher after removing the old cardboard insert. No tools or glue needed—just pull out the worn refill and push in the new one, so your cat can scratch again immediately.
