Forum: Building a Yurt
08-08-2019, 08:24 PM
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Forum: Building a Yurt
08-08-2019, 08:18 PM
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Replies: 9
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Re: 18Foot Yurt Platform Blueprint
I have around 48 pads under my framing if I remember right. I spanned no longer than 4' with 2x4 on edge. I put pads under every joist on 16" center. I do everything bombproof that's just how I roll....
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Forum: Building a Yurt
08-08-2019, 08:06 PM
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Replies: 9
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Re: 18Foot Yurt Platform Blueprint
Glad you guys are DIYers. If you are setting the frame on blocks, it is low to the ground and that would be very similar to my platform.
You didn't ask but I'll toss this out there.
Level the...
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Forum: Building a Yurt
08-08-2019, 09:56 AM
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Replies: 9
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Re: 18Foot Yurt Platform Blueprint
One of the yurt companies here might sell you a plan. In general, plans are adaptable to various sites. The support system for the frame needs adapting to site conditions. If you have a tough sloped...
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Forum: Building a Yurt
08-08-2019, 09:27 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,114
Re: 18Foot Yurt Platform Blueprint
Correction on the two deck comment. The UPPER platform should be built with 2x on edge. I'm sure there are other systems better systems and possibly cheaper systems but that is how I would do it. My...
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Forum: Building a Yurt
08-08-2019, 09:21 AM
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Replies: 9
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Re: 18Foot Yurt Platform Blueprint
Can't help with plans/details. For waterproofness, the yurt cover absolutely needs to drape down the outside BELOW the interior floor height. Speaking from personal experience I would either make the...
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