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Old 06-10-2017, 10:50 AM   #1
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We are adding a second yurt at our place. The first is a 20 ft. used as a family room, guest quarters etc. This next one is a 24 ft. to be a little more of a home. We are planning on putting in regular windows and could use some tips.
Can anyone share?

Thanks, Bill

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Old 06-11-2017, 09:20 AM   #2
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Here is a yurt window retrofit video that might be helpful:

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Old 06-11-2017, 10:25 AM   #3
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Thanks JAFO. I watched that a couple of times. We'll be building our own window frames but the video was helpful.
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Old 06-15-2017, 05:25 AM   #4
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I'm having the same thoughts. Currently I'm thinking of a floor to cieling 'panel' made of wood that contains the window in a floating frame, and which ias anchor points for the lattice and the fabric cover.

Wood is strongest in tension, so I think it can take the pressure. Essentially it would be like making three door units but two of them just have a window.

When I've worked out how I will make this, I'll post a drawing. I think this could also provide a safe exit for a stove chimney.
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Old 06-16-2017, 10:48 AM   #5
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Thanks, I think I have it worked out. We drove over to

Pacific Yurts

yesterday and looked at their models. They have two different techniques: one for the snow/wind upgraded framing and one for the standard framing. We have the standard framing and will go with that. That info with

Colorado Yurts

video should do the trick.
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Hey please let me if u ever did this ! We are in Eugene area in a yurt and would love some advice..
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Old 03-08-2019, 06:55 PM   #7
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We have been travelling and have had little or no internet service till recently. We won't be back in Elkton, Or. till the first of April and would be happy to show you how we framed and installed sliding windows thne.
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Old 03-08-2019, 08:40 PM   #8
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Sweet !! Can I PM you my number ? We are actually in Yoncalla/ Drain area. Also....you should be glad you are not in elkton right now !
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Old 03-09-2019, 09:56 AM   #9
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Ok, send your contact info to my email address. I'll look for it.
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