I've been gathering research and information on constructing a year round yurt and have questions I am hoping I can get advice on. I may be asking questions that might seem simple but I don't have a great understanding of construction and building, I'm 53 yr old female and don't want to get mislead by someone trying to sell me something just to make a sale.
Heat wise and longevity wise how do wood built yurts and the normal yurt compare? The wood built is beautiful and more permanent but not sure I can afford one, I might consider having one built if it's worth it in the long run.
I would also like to place the yurt several feet off the ground in hopes of enclosing and insulating enough to keep water pipes from freezing, do you think it would work?
I read that one should not make the platform larger than the yurt because rain will cause problems....anyone have any words on this for me? I would think it would be nice to have a large platform that could double as a wrap around deck but don't want to end up with water problems.
Best way to insulate the floor and stop drafts? what type of
? I'm assuming they have a sub floor? Sorry I sound so yurt ignorant but that's sorta what I am I guess. lol
Finally, does anyone know someone in my area that may have yurt/platform constructing experience that could be hired? I have been speaking with a really nice man via email that build a sweet wooden yurt but he says he is so busy that he doesn't have the time to build one.
Thanks in advance for all your advice and help. I have a feeling it's not as complicated as my "stuck in the box" head is making it.
Needing building advice
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