FixZilla Anti Cat Scratch Furniture Protector, 10-Pack Couch Protector from Cat Claws - Heavy-Duty, Easy-to-Apply Scratching Deterrent and Shield for Sofa Corners, Walls, Doors- with 50 Twist Pins

Applying *any* cover to a couch is problematic, complicated by fabrics that don't accept adhesives on soft, pliable surfaces as well as the added complication of moving surfaces for recliners, etc. With all that in mind, I found that these cat scratch furniture protectors work quite well. Pros: * Adhesive is just about right - neither too sticky, nor not sticky enough. * Size of pieces - also just about right (2x sizes), which can be combined as needed. * Good ease of use, e.g., removing the tape backing, applying to couch surface, etc. * Fastener pins - although not perfect - work well enough (see my comments below) Cons: * Kind of pricey, though I did get a discount when shopping during Christmas time. * The "1, 2, 3" instructions gloss over some challenges, e.g., how to combine / position sheets, how many fasteners to use, and how to use fasteners under different circumstances. Fasteners: Worth a few comments (see close-up pics of the fasteners, and of the fasteners installed). They're these curious twist/push pins with a sharp tip that you push through the protective sheet and couch fabric, then firmly twist to "grab the couch fabric" and help keep the protective sheets attached to your couch. When I first looked at them, I initial reaction was that they were kind of sketch - a strange shape, and not very strong. But as I applied them I began to realize that they work pretty well under challenging circumstances to provide some degree of improved "stay in place" durability for your affixed protective sheets. After installing dozens of fasteners here's a few take-aways I hope will be helpful: * The fastener head is small and it's a bit difficult to force the fastner tip through 1 or 2 sheets and through the couch fabric, so I used a vice-grip to hold a fabric needle and used that to "pre-drill" holes for the fasteners, which then were easy to poke through the hole and begin twisting. * Even under ideal conditions twisting the fastener into the couch fabric and ensuring it is flush to the protective sheet in order to hold it in place is an art. It helps to visualize the spiral needle worming it's way through the fabric then at the end you need one last extra firm twist to "lock" the fastener in place, which on the inside means that you've compressed the spiral needle against the back side of fabric. * It's a bit more tricky when there's wood behind the fabric. If the fabric is glued to the word, you're probably out of luck, but if there's some "flex" to the fabric you can wiggle the fastener and gently pull the fabric toward you (away from the wood) to allow the spiral needle to worm it's way in. * Sometimes despite your best effort the fastener doesn't go in or stay in properly or mount with the head nice and flush against the protective sheet. My take is that this is to be expected since the whole process of inserting the fasteners is a combination of art, skill and luck. If a fastener doesn't work well, pull it out and try again with another (I got pretty good after a few dozen, but tossed some out as I was learning). Cat Scratch Prevention Effectiveness: Best I can tell so far, wherever you place these protectors the cats do not even try to scratch - it's just not satisfying. So when affixed, these protectors work quite well!

Easy to size, easy to apply and sticks very well even without using the pins. Saving my new chair!

Does what it is supposed to. I was starting to notice damage on the corners of the couches, so I purchased these to keep my terror of a cat from damaging them further. The smaller strips are perfect for the front/corners, and the bigger pieces are great for the sides and backs. I had to cut slits so they would follow the contours of our couches, and application was pretty simple. The screw pins were easy to get through the sheets and into the fabric of the couch, even where the plastic overlapped. One star off because the adhesive isn't as sticky as I would like, and I noticed the top and bottom edges peeling up just 1 day after application (which is what the screws are for, so it's fine). Our couches are a flat weave fabric, so that could be part of the problem. They might stick better to fluffier fabric or leather/vinyl. My chaotic tuxie boy has kept his sinful little hands off the couches since I put these on, so I'm satisfied.

Easy to install on furniture. It is clear so not so noticeable. It stays on the furniture, good adhesiveness

Works like a charm. My cat kept scratching my couch and to save it I found these. Best investment ever! She now just rubs against it instead of using my couch as a sharpening tool for her nails. Easy stick on. The spring pins are ok, my couch is thinner so maybe one with more padding would work better but overall I don’t need them for my couch. Clear an able to see the couch though then it doesn’t detract. Have had them on for months now and has held up the entire time. No need to replace yet!

Works well although I didn’t know that it was going to destroy my couch. I can’t take it off now.

Bought this cause our kitty kept using our laundry hamper as a scratching post, despite having several other, actual scratching posts. After applying these to the sides, she completely stopped clawing at it, so I can definitely say it works. The adhesive does its job and keeps her away from scratching at the areas it's protecting, not sure if it's the feeling or smell or what. It was also easy to cut to the right size and I had no trouble adjusting them to fit. Looks-wise, it's fine on the hamper, but I'm not sure if I'd use on larger items since it's super shiny. Lately, I also noticed they recently started peeling off in some spots (after 6-7 months), but I didn't bother to use the tacks, so that's probably why. Luckily it comes in a 10 pack, so it'll be easy to replace. I think it's worth it overall.

This is by far the best furniture protector we’ve tried. The plastic is strong and durable, and most importantly - our cats simply cannot scratch through it. We’ve tested several different products before, and this one works the best. It holds up very well over time and actually protects the furniture as promised, which is not always the case with similar products. The only downside is that it comes in predefined sizes, so you can’t fully customize or shape it exactly the way you might want. That said, the effectiveness more than makes up for this limitation. Highly recommended - we’ve already suggested it to all our friends with cats! 😸

Bueno creo que ahora si ya puedo hacer un comentario pues han pasado varios días desde que me llegó el producto e inmediatamente los coloqué estrategicamente a mis muebles. Puedo decir que desde que los puse mis gatos no han rascado las esquinasl. Si lo han hecho ha servido para disuadirlos y eso es exactamente lo que yo quería. Los vinilos llegaron doblados y pensé que ya se habian arruinado pero los puse en el piso primero con peso encima para hacerlos planos y como son suaves si funcionó. LLegaron doblados porque los empacaron en un sobre muy pequeño en vez de algo como una caja para protegerlos eso es lo único que no me gustó. Pero hasta el día de hoy puedo decir que están haciendo su trabajo de proteger las esquinas de mis sofás y sillones.

Comprei pra usar nas cadeiras de jantar. Funciona super bem. Meus gatos pararam de arranhar minhas cadeiras. Quando fixamos no móvel fica o acabamento brilhoso do plástico mas não me incomoda. Prefiro assim do que os gatos rasgando o tecido.

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This is the second time I've ordered these couch protectors as they really deter my two cats from scratching the sides and back of the couch and armchairs. Eventually they lose some of their stickiness and need to be replaced. Will definitely keep using these as long as I have cats.

It doesn't stick in every fabric. If you fabric is not flat consider that it may not stick and it will fall a part