Just have to mention, I tried some of those mats with the pointy nubs on the table in front of the TV because Austin was getting up on it and scratching the TV. Didn't bother him one little bit to walk on it, so doesn't work for all cats.If you’re trying to keep kitty from underneath, try one of the rubber welcome mats that has the pointy nubs. They don’t like to walk on it. If it’s a clawing issue, mist the recliner with Feliway spray every day for a week. If s/he starts in again after a few days, repeat! I have to regularly mist certain rugs in the house.