Catflap question...

[jcubie]

Moving to a new flat and there's already a hole in the door for a catflap. Now, the problem is I can't find a catflap that fits it online. Am I best finding one that's too big and cutting more from the door, or finding one smaller that'll fit in? I don't know if the frame will keep the door in place in that scenario.

Every time I find one the right size in width it's too small in height, I can't find one bigger in both dimensions!

 

[HERTS P&D]

Do you have a cat?

Andy

 

[jcubie]

Yes, two

 

[jcubie]

To clarify, the hole is covered at the moment by a vent.

 

[HERTS P&D]

What is the door made of and what size is the cut out?

Andy

 

[jcubie]

Wood and it's 162mm x 180mm (WxH) roughly.

 

[HERTS P&D]

This might fit:

http://www.easyanimal.co.uk/staywell-320-series-4-way-locking-cat-flap-brown.html

Cut out size Wood: 168mm x 175mm (6 1/2" x 6 3/4")

Andy

 

[jcubie]

Yeah but the max height for frame is about 25cm. That would fit I guess. I was more looking for advice on whether to go bigger or smaller than current cut out though. If I go wider but smaller in height (looks likely) will it be sturdy?

 

[HERTS P&D]

They will all be sturdy, go for one that fits the size.

Andy

 

[jcubie]

Yeah, my point is that none fit the size as it is, so would it be best getting one too wide but smaller in height? I just dont want it breaking from not being secure.

 

[HERTS P&D]

Go for a bigger size and cut the cut out bigger.

Andy

 

[jcubie]

And it doesn't matter if it's not as tall as the current hole, no?

 

[jcubie]

http://www.petplanet.co.uk/product.asp?dept_id=932&pf_id=7545

that seems to be best option

 

[jcubie]

Ordered. Thank you for your help.