My cats have shredded an exposed 2x4 in my pantry up 4'... and I do mean shredded... going to need to replace it soon! Glad it doesn't have weight on it! I put it there for them to stay away from the door trim! Remember, I have BIG kitties... Tigger was 2' long and 25 pounds, so was Oreo, and Oliver my current kitty is 30" long and 35 pounds!Ollie stands on the floor and puts his paws on my stomach when he wants ear rubs, I am 5'11"!