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Forum: Powering the Yurt 02-07-2015, 04:09 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 16,580
Posted By djspn
Re: question about solar power!

Here's (http://www.aselfsufficientlife.com/chest-freezer-to-fridge-conversion-the-most-energy-efficient-fridge-ever.html) a link to a write up on a freezer fridge conversion.
Downside for off grid...
Forum: Powering the Yurt 02-04-2015, 05:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 16,580
Posted By djspn
Re: question about solar power!

Ja,$1,200 or so.
But at 17 Amp-hrs/day at 12V, 32°C (90F), sure minimizes expense for panels and batteries.
Forum: Powering the Yurt 02-01-2015, 07:46 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 16,580
Posted By djspn
Re: question about solar power!

Here's a link to an 8 cu ft 12/24 v fridge that that isn't crazy energy-consuming.
They have smaller models as well, get great reviews from off griders using them.
Might make solar more realistic....
Forum: Powering the Yurt 02-01-2015, 06:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 16,580
Posted By djspn
Re: question about solar power!

Heaps of great info at the AltE site.
Here's a link to the Library page:
Library - AltE (http://www.altestore.com/howto/)
Forum: Building a Yurt 04-03-2014, 09:11 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 24,306
Posted By djspn
Re: My thoughts on building my yurt

Brunhilda........Looks like Colorado Yurts has experience w concrete pads.
Colorado Yurt Company: Build a platform for your yurt (http://www.coloradoyurt.com/yurts/platforms/)
Perhaps your supplier...
Forum: Building a Yurt 03-04-2014, 06:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 25,323
Posted By djspn
Re: Any successful New York State Code Divisions Approvals

Great news SD....you have rekindled my enthusiasm for a yurt as full time home in WI.
It has been waning lately because of insulation and condensation concerns.
Forum: Building a Yurt 01-17-2014, 07:32 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 28,788
Posted By djspn
Re: Building my first yurt

Not saying it won't work......but your arc is a lot tighter than Jafo's and you are cutting thru 2x8 before they fall away.
Nice drilling jig.
Forum: Building a Yurt 10-16-2013, 12:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,166
Posted By djspn
Re: Waterproofing Mongolian Yurt Lattice?

I've used several oils thru the years, among them Watco Teak Oil, and the current fav is a readily available Australian Timber Oil.
I've been using it on a wooden sign in Minneapolis for a few...
Forum: Yurt Repair 09-30-2013, 12:51 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,522
Posted By djspn
Re: Roll on or paint on roof sealant for many small holes?

I don't have a link, but there have been suggestions posted here about mixing silicone w thinner and painting it on.
Forum: Yurt Plans 09-07-2013, 11:02 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 94,970
Posted By djspn
Re: Platform ideas?

I you don't want a wall, consider an appropriately sized beam to support the joist.
Forum: Yurt Living 08-13-2013, 05:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,927
Posted By djspn
Re: Yurt Camp Shower

Thanks Jafo, great post.
I have been able to see the video since you first posted. Ubuntu, Firefox.
I see that it is blockable w Adblock Plus.
Forum: Yurt Living 07-25-2013, 06:12 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 36,269
Posted By djspn
Re: Any Yurters in Minnesota

I'm a Minnesota yurter wannabee, hanging here to learn as much as I can as it's a serious option when I no longer need to live near an ageing parent.
Please keep us posted as your dreams materialize.
Forum: Buying A Yurt 06-30-2013, 01:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,181
Posted By djspn
Re: Buying my first yurt - suggestions welcome

Something I've been wondering about for a while.
On a 30' yurt w the snowload 'studs'.....is it unreasonable to think that one could frame in windows between the 'studs'?
How wide is that...
Forum: Buying A Yurt 06-19-2013, 09:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 32,422
Posted By djspn
Re: Looking for someone that has experience in financing a yurt as a permenant reside

I have read that in some jurisdictions the insulation requirements are less if you are heating w a renewable fuel.
Forum: Yurt Living 06-19-2013, 09:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 18,987
Posted By djspn
Re: A bathroom hangup

I don't have experience w this, but will consider it when the time comes:
The Humanure Handbook - Instructional Manual (http://humanurehandbook.com/manual.html)
Forum: Building a Yurt 04-23-2013, 09:29 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 17,742
Posted By djspn
Re: Yurt cost calculator

I’m having a hard time visualizing how a "segmented polygon" lattice would work with a cable that seems to want a "round" shape to evenly support the rafters.
Seems that whatever you decide to try...
Forum: Yurt Living 04-13-2013, 09:22 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 119,003
Posted By djspn
Re: Insulation

Thanks CM......can you expend a bit re how you insulated the floor, other materials, vapor barrier, critter protection on the underside, how you supported the batts, etc???
Is your dome clear or...
Forum: Building a Yurt 04-12-2013, 10:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 11,973
Posted By djspn
Re: Straw Bale Yurt

kheymah- southwest adobe yurt home (http://southwestadobeyurt.blogspot.com/)
You might get some ideas there, the yurt built on top of a 4' straw bale stem wall.
Forum: Yurt Living 04-12-2013, 10:33 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 119,003
Posted By djspn
Re: Insulation

cmwingfield..............Thanks for sharing your experience, I hope we hear more of your other successful and unsuccessful yurt living experiments.
Forum: Building a Yurt 04-05-2013, 11:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,748
Posted By djspn
Re: Newbie questions, need some help

Thanks amberoons,
If you have the time when you are there again, I reckon many would appreciate some close up pics of those great DIY opening windows.
Forum: Building a Yurt 04-05-2013, 09:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,748
Posted By djspn
Re: Newbie questions, need some help

amberoons........thanks for sharing your experience.
I really like the simplicity and straightforward construction of attaching the the ceiling/loft joist to the rafters as shown in your photos, but...
Forum: Yurt Plans 02-19-2013, 08:19 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 94,970
Posted By djspn
Jafo, How did you do your concrete footings? ...

Jafo,
How did you do your concrete footings?
It's not clear from looking at your pic's.
Your thoughts re frost heaving?
Thanks
Forum: Yurt Plans 02-19-2013, 08:09 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 94,970
Posted By djspn
Is frost heaving an issue where you are? I'm...

Is frost heaving an issue where you are?
I'm wondering how piers might work in that environment?

Could you describe a bit more how you plan to do the insulation?
What will go under the...
Forum: Building a Yurt 01-30-2013, 05:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,172
Posted By djspn
I'm sure your intentions are good, Jafo,...

I'm sure your intentions are good, Jafo, but...........you need to have a lot of faith in what the federal government tells us to go w those numbers.
Forum: Yurt Plans 01-24-2013, 07:43 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 94,970
Posted By djspn
How thick is the plywood?......seems like 3/4"...

How thick is the plywood?......seems like 3/4" tongue and groove would work well to help keep the joints together.
Nice website.
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