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Last Activity: 07-29-2024 02:13 AM

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I'm a UK expat who took early retirement and I'm in the process of building a ger (yurt) camp

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Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

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wild living

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retired computer graphics artist

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UKadventurer liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : New, modern yurt build in Mongolia

My first comment is no exposed spray foam that could be ignited from lightning strike, torch, light bulb breakage, electrical short, welding sparks, grinding sparks, or act of God. The fumes from...
Liked On: 09-21-2022, 07:41 PM
Posted On: 09-21-2022, 10:05 AM
UKadventurer liked post by Jafo On thread : The Yurt Chimney

Here is the final product, all completed. The draft is now excellent! We had to let the paint on the pipe burn in, but once that was done, no haze at all in the place. You can open the wood stove...
Liked On: 09-17-2022, 10:00 AM
Posted On: 09-23-2012, 01:34 PM
UKadventurer liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : New, modern yurt build in Mongolia

That's some solid ground. Hardly any taper to the hole. He knew it was safe. Good work. Well done U.K. I really appreciate the detailed photos. Thanks man.
Liked On: 09-17-2022, 09:21 AM
Posted On: 09-17-2022, 08:52 AM
UKadventurer liked post by TSRalex On thread : Transparent cap covers

And that is the difference of the typical use as we Westerners are handling Yurt life: They are moving as Nomads or adding/removing insulation based on the experiences their ancients made. We´re...
Liked On: 09-07-2022, 10:34 AM
Posted On: 09-07-2022, 02:59 AM
UKadventurer liked post by TSRalex On thread : Transparent cap covers

This POV is shared by an Kazakh Yurt producer I spoke in the past. And it´s the reason, why he is using mostly synthetic insulation instead sheep wool. It has reduced the number of sad...
Liked On: 09-06-2022, 08:01 AM
Posted On: 09-06-2022, 12:24 AM
UKadventurer liked post by Jafo On thread : Transparent cap covers

You can have mold issues even in dry areas if your yurt doesn't breathe properly unfortunately. We have seen this many times here in the forum over the years when people get overzealous with...
Liked On: 09-05-2022, 08:13 PM
Posted On: 09-05-2022, 03:33 PM
UKadventurer liked post by TSRalex On thread : Transparent cap covers

But sometimes a seemingly cost-effective solution turns out to be an expensive one. And in this case - if one of the biggest problems in Yurt living, the mold growth, due to too little fresh air...
Liked On: 09-05-2022, 12:26 PM
Posted On: 09-04-2022, 11:28 PM
UKadventurer liked post by TSRalex On thread : Transparent cap covers

I believe, that Pacific Yurt is offering electric dome openers. Of course, but I imagine I would not use a sealed plastic. ;) Instead I would prefer an acrylic plate which can be removed in...
Liked On: 09-04-2022, 01:22 PM
Posted On: 09-04-2022, 08:18 AM
UKadventurer liked post by Jafo On thread : Transparent cap covers

Yes, I have one and they work great.
Liked On: 09-04-2022, 01:22 PM
Posted On: 09-04-2022, 09:45 AM
UKadventurer liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : Transparent cap covers

That is one killer yurt.
Liked On: 09-03-2022, 09:36 PM
Posted On: 09-03-2022, 01:24 PM
UKadventurer liked post by Jafo On thread : Water under door thresholds.

I was thinking the same thing, especially a silicone based one. I am no master-builder so I kept my mouth shut lol.. I would just seal it up.
Liked On: 09-02-2022, 09:17 PM
Posted On: 09-02-2022, 05:05 PM
UKadventurer liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : Water under door thresholds.

Additionally you might consider building a small awning at the entry, that tucks under the yurt cover above the door, and extends up the rafters a ways, and attaches to them to secure the awning in...
Liked On: 09-02-2022, 09:17 PM
Posted On: 09-02-2022, 03:46 PM
UKadventurer liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : Water under door thresholds.

OK. Caulk is your friend in this application. I'd caulk every/all exterior and interior seams at the door. The lites, the door, the plates....all seams. The drip edge sweep I mentioned is designed...
Liked On: 09-02-2022, 09:17 PM
Posted On: 09-02-2022, 03:37 PM
UKadventurer liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : Water under door thresholds.

Attach a thin wood strip drip edge somewhat thicker than your sill to the front edge of the sill. Smear adhesive all over the drip edge and screw or nail in place. The adhesive will not only stick...
Liked On: 08-30-2022, 02:27 PM
Posted On: 08-30-2022, 02:24 PM
UKadventurer liked post by Bob Rowlands On thread : New, modern yurt build in Mongolia

I learning some things. You dudes are an asset here. Thanks for the comments.
Liked On: 08-26-2022, 09:33 AM
Posted On: 08-24-2022, 02:19 PM

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