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I might be moving into a yurt this summer, somewhere in Southern California where it is kind of hot for at least half the year. I need something at least as insulated as a yurt that is capable of air conditioning. I dont need any other amenities because I can use those in the main house.
Any tips for buying a cheap yurt, or cutting down on the costs?
I am not much of a carpenter, but how hard would it be to build the frame up to standards then just buy the cover?
Any tips for buying a cheap yurt, or cutting down on the costs?
I am not much of a carpenter, but how hard would it be to build the frame up to standards then just buy the cover?
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Re: Cheap yurts?
Sun, May 17, 2009 - 8:22 AMnot to difficult at all. Try www.simplydifferently.org. Lot of good info there -
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Re: Cheap yurts?
Sun, May 17, 2009 - 4:40 PMHow much should a 400 square foot yurt cost to build? -
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Sun, May 17, 2009 - 5:31 PM
A yurt built in Vermont in 2003. Info + videos
homepage.mac.com/decthree/Menu11.html
Book: "Tipis & Yurts: Authentic Designs for Circular Shelters" , New & Used from $4
www.amazon.com/Tipis-Yurt.../1887374698
YouTube: "Building a Yurt"
www.youtube.com/watch
"Building Mom's Yurt", a blog
momsyurt.blogspot.com/
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Re: Cheap yurts?
Sun, November 1, 2009 - 6:40 AMThey use Hexayurts at Burning Man.
They are cool in the summer, warm in the winter. They are actually made out of insulation. They cost about $200 in materials, and last for about ten years.
I think they are about 120 square feet on average, but you can make them bigger and link them together as well. You can also make them taller, such as 8 feet tall.
hexayurt.com/
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Re: Cheap yurts?
Sun, November 1, 2009 - 8:04 PMIf it is keeping a structure cooler for summer, then consider erecting a shade sail over the top. bit like a second roof with air flow underneath to take away the heat.
