Bob Rowlands
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Sir Yurtsalot liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : 12 foot--cozy or too small?IMO 12' is a very small yurt for full time living. A 10x12 trappers cabin is about the same size, and common in the bush, so it can be done by someone living a very spartan existence. My first yurt...Liked On: 06-05-2016, 12:22 PM
Posted On: 05-15-2016, 11:27 AM
Sir Yurtsalot liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : 12 foot--cozy or too small?Correct. The formula for area of a circle is radius squared x 3.14. The area in a circle rapidly increases as the diameter increases. Example 10' yurt = 78 square feet. 12'=113' 14'=153' ...Liked On: 06-05-2016, 12:22 PM
Posted On: 05-16-2016, 07:59 PM
Sir Yurtsalot liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : 12 foot--cozy or too small?I have read where a common Mongolian yurt size is 6M or about 300 square feet of living area. Untold generations of Mongolian families have called yurts close to that in size, their home, so, it...Liked On: 06-05-2016, 12:22 PM
Posted On: 05-16-2016, 08:06 PM
hippiebikerchick liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : Building a yurt for free/as close as possible?Yurts take quite a few tools, to a whole lotta tools, to build. Plus skill, cash, and a good understanding of yurt engineering. So yeah, you have to put your thinking cap on, and you need several...Liked On: 06-05-2016, 07:44 AM
Posted On: 05-23-2016, 06:46 PM
hierony liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : Choosing Floor InsulationHere's an easy way. Get the tarp laid out, and pick a focal point of the yurt. Drive a stake through the tarp that has a nail in the top. Or have a friend hold the dumb end of a tape at the focal...Liked On: 05-26-2016, 05:20 PM
Posted On: 05-26-2016, 09:31 AM
Jafo liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : Choosing Floor InsulationHere's an easy way. Get the tarp laid out, and pick a focal point of the yurt. Drive a stake through the tarp that has a nail in the top. Or have a friend hold the dumb end of a tape at the focal...Liked On: 05-26-2016, 12:29 PM
Posted On: 05-26-2016, 09:31 AM
Jafo liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : Stove pipe exit--cookingA bit off topic, but I was extremely concerned about my wood stove installation regarding pipe temp and combustibles, the ring and the canvas cover. I mean really edgy to where I was nervously...Liked On: 05-23-2016, 06:02 AM
Posted On: 05-22-2016, 09:43 PM
hierony liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : Stove pipe exit--cookingA bit off topic, but I was extremely concerned about my wood stove installation regarding pipe temp and combustibles, the ring and the canvas cover. I mean really edgy to where I was nervously...Liked On: 05-22-2016, 11:24 PM
Posted On: 05-22-2016, 09:43 PM
kochevnik liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : White yurt cover, why so popular?Dirt and filth, wear and tear on white cloth reveals the details about the individuals that use it. Nobody wears a fine white suit to work, unless they are televangelicals like Benny Hinn. lol Dirty...Liked On: 05-17-2016, 10:56 AM
Posted On: 05-16-2016, 08:38 PM
kochevnik liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : 12 foot--cozy or too small?I have read where a common Mongolian yurt size is 6M or about 300 square feet of living area. Untold generations of Mongolian families have called yurts close to that in size, their home, so, it...Liked On: 05-17-2016, 10:55 AM
Posted On: 05-16-2016, 08:06 PM
kochevnik liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : Choosing Floor InsulationMice are part of a long biological chain of critters that can live under your yurt. Rabbits and mice are currently living under mine. And who knows what else. Very low deck and I can't see under it....Liked On: 05-16-2016, 12:35 PM
Posted On: 05-11-2016, 05:59 PM
hierony liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : 12 foot--cozy or too small?IMO 12' is a very small yurt for full time living. A 10x12 trappers cabin is about the same size, and common in the bush, so it can be done by someone living a very spartan existence. My first yurt...Liked On: 05-15-2016, 11:32 AM
Posted On: 05-15-2016, 11:27 AM
Marshall Eppley liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : White yurt cover, why so popular?Thanks, but I still can't figure this stuff out. I type in the message and 'submit' and it displays my message as 'user not found'. beats me. I can build an entire house by myself yet not decipher...Liked On: 05-09-2016, 05:07 PM
Posted On: 05-08-2016, 07:41 PM
hierony liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : White yurt cover, why so popular?White undyed canvas is IMO the best tent color, but that IS jmo. I have been in dyed canvas tent before, olive drab military surplus, and in really nasty -20F conditions, building a Super8 motel in...Liked On: 05-08-2016, 01:54 AM
Posted On: 05-07-2016, 10:50 PM
immaculata liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : First time yurt builder with question...A bit off topic. My 16' unimproved, home made yurt, is very portable. It easily fits in the 6'4" bed of my Tundra with plenty of room left for other gear. The walls and rafters are just under eight...Liked On: 05-04-2016, 09:54 AM
Posted On: 02-29-2016, 11:00 AM
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