How to Attach a Mylar Blanket in a Cat Shelter Box

Having a nice, warm, insulated cat shelter during the winter helps protect your cat from the elements outdoors. Create this type of shelter by using a Mylar blanket. With a bit of planning, creating a warm, protecting shelter for your cat can be done in an hour.

Things You'll Need

  • Styrofoam
  • Yard stick
  • Box cutter
  • Mylar blanket
  • Duct tape
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Instructions

    • 1

      Using a yardstick, measure a piece of Styrofoam the size of the base of your cat shelter box. Cut it out with a box cutter.

    • 2

      Cover the Styrofoam with contact paper so the cat won't scratch it.

    • 3

      Wrap the Mylar blanket around the Styrofoam base.

    • 4

      Flip over the Styrofoam base and tape the edges of the Mylar blanket to the base with duct tape.