Forum: Building a Yurt
03-29-2016, 08:39 PM
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Re: Yurt Platform and Insulation in Mixed Climate
Screw the 2x6 down onto the 4x frame with 3" plated deck screws. If the frame is on top of a gravel bed, you assuredly do not need joist anchors. The 2x6 decking will efficiently tie everything...
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Forum: Building a Yurt
09-12-2014, 10:39 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 5,830
Re: Yurt Platform and Insulation in Mixed Climate
No, the 30' diameter 4x4 frame would be very near round. It would have 13 parallel courses of 4x4 'joists', with 2' foamboard rips between the courses. Use the foam to space the 4x4s. 4x4 cripples...
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Forum: Building a Yurt
09-11-2014, 07:34 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 5,830
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Forum: Building a Yurt
09-11-2014, 07:23 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 5,830
Re: Yurt Platform and Insulation in Mixed Climate
Pressure treated 4x4 frame laying atop a flat gravel pad. Foam insulboard between the framing members. Screw the frame together with 4.5" plated deck screws and an impact drill. Use 2x6 common...
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