TSRalex
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TSRalex liked post by Jafo On thread : Cotton vs Polyester vs PVCDon't dismiss reflective materials for summer.. They reflect heat AWAY too. Yurts heat up very quick in the sun.Liked On: 07-01-2022, 12:06 AM
Posted On: 06-30-2022, 04:47 PMTSRalex liked post by Pacific Yurts On thread : Waterproofing CanvasEvery few years concerns about vinyl fabrics outgassing toxins arise. We have many customers with chemical sensitivities who have specific concerns about toxins as well. There are many different...Liked On: 06-30-2022, 11:20 AM
Posted On: 06-30-2022, 10:59 AMTSRalex liked post by HawaiiYurts On thread : Cotton vs Polyester vs PVCGreat summary of the the subject matter! I'd love to hear more about why people think breathability is such a major factor in coverings for modern, North American styled yurts. In my experience,...Liked On: 06-30-2022, 08:53 AM
Posted On: 06-30-2022, 04:04 AMTSRalex liked post by Yurts_latvia On thread : Cotton vs Polyester vs PVCHey everyone, I've been grateful for the feedback from Jafo and Bob Rowlands about yurt cover materials - yet it's such an important topic for yurts with constant innovations, so let us discuss...Liked On: 06-30-2022, 08:52 AM
Posted On: 06-29-2022, 01:26 PMTSRalex liked post by Jafo On thread : Waterproofing CanvasMost of the covers have a base to them that is not vinyl (polyester usually) and then there is a liner it sits on top. If there is any off-gassing, it happens outside, not inside. Even from the...Liked On: 06-28-2022, 07:31 AM
Posted On: 06-28-2022, 06:56 AMTSRalex liked post by linguist1 On thread : New 30' diameter, 703 sq. ft pumped out Pacific Yurt in NorCalSorry about that! I will repost. -a newbieLiked On: 06-13-2022, 12:40 AM
Posted On: 06-12-2022, 09:43 PMTSRalex liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : Mice!Awww... ain't that cuuute? hahaLiked On: 06-07-2022, 11:31 AM
Posted On: 06-07-2022, 11:19 AMTSRalex liked post by Jafo On thread : Mice!Bucket traps work the best for me: https://amzn.to/3xedf5M You can set them and collect them as often as you want. A little water and some bleach (or non-toxic RV antifreeze and bleach in the...Liked On: 06-07-2022, 10:51 AM
Posted On: 06-07-2022, 06:39 AMTSRalex liked post by Wintergreen282 On thread : Keeping uninsulated yurt cool during South Florida summerHi Damion. Any sun you can keep off the yurt is helpful. Unfortunately with the high ceilings, general draftiness, and small amount of thermal mass, I think it’s tough to seal things up enough to...Liked On: 05-30-2022, 11:56 PM
Posted On: 05-29-2022, 03:33 PMTSRalex liked post by RiverRat37 On thread : Administration Yurt Foundation FilesMy brother and I were long term friends with Bill C having worked with him at Blueberry Cove Camp in Tenants Harbor, Maine back in the late 50's and early 60's. My brother did voluminous work on...Liked On: 05-26-2022, 11:54 PM
Posted On: 05-26-2022, 06:19 PMTSRalex liked post by Pacific Yurts On thread : Keeping uninsulated yurt cool during South Florida summerYou can find some tips on cooling on our website here: https://www.yurts.com/customer-support/how-to-keep-your-yurt-cool-in-the-summer/.Liked On: 05-26-2022, 11:47 PM
Posted On: 05-26-2022, 06:41 PMTSRalex liked post by dramatic On thread : Two yurts connected with a corridorGoing to be simple timber frame, insulated, heating will be electric heater most likely. I am in Portugal, and it never snows where i'm at. We do get a lot of rain and also wind though. ...Liked On: 05-22-2022, 08:34 AM
Posted On: 05-22-2022, 05:07 AMTSRalex liked post by HawaiiYurts On thread : Two yurts connected with a corridorIt's a good start for a conceptual outline, thanks for sharing! Some things to consider: what style roof is on that addition? Shed style, gable, full hip, salt box, those are most common and...Liked On: 05-22-2022, 01:42 AM
Posted On: 05-22-2022, 01:00 AMTSRalex liked post by Jafo On thread : Two yurts connected with a corridorYou don't have it pictured here, but if you are in a heavy snow zone, don't forget to take that into account when designing this. That snow has to slide off the roof. From your pic it looks like...Liked On: 05-21-2022, 09:18 AM
Posted On: 05-21-2022, 07:39 AMTSRalex liked post by Jafo On thread : Yurt platformYes, I use that one and this one: https://amzn.to/3NrwWgX They both seem to work just as good. When I first put mine up, I caught over a dozen in one week. Now I get one every couple weeks in...Liked On: 05-21-2022, 09:16 AM
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