QAOn Jan 8, 2006
...Be sure to tell us if you want a white or greenhouse liner. Price: 30′ liner-$1800 Shipping $160; 20′-$750, Shipping $65; 18′-$660, Shipping $55; 14′-$540, Shipping $45; Q Any downside...
QAsun shade
...it wind then our shelters may not be for you. See our wind warnings. Snow and Wind Warnings: https://shelter-systems.com/warning.html High Winds: https://shelter-systems.com/warning.html Dealing with Strong Winds: https://shelter-systems.com/wind-tents.html Sincerely, Robert Gillis...
QAGrip Clips
...pictured along with how many of the Grip Clips are necessary to complete the project? Look at: https://shelter-systems.com/awning-plans.html You will need 4 Grip Clips per https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html Also do you sell...
QA“Miscellaneous” “Kayak”
...technol The 30’er made in a full sphere (https://shelter-systems.com/spheres.html) with an open arch (https://shelter-systems.com/arch-domes.html) would work I think. You would have to support the sphere with 4×4 posts set in...
QA“Miscellaneous”
...science project. We do have a page which shows the size-volume comparisons of different-sized domes (http://www.shelter-systems/sizes.html) and one on tensegrity and geodesic design in tent structures (http://www.shelter-systems/tensegrity.html). “Sizes” I’m looking...
QAOn Dec 5, 2010, at 7:50 PM, Eric Rivkin wrote
...more privacy for your guests and the cost is the same). Do you have any commercial references in the tropics? Take a look through our testimonial pages: https://shelter-systems.com/yurt-dome-testimonials.html there in...
QAOn Aug 12, 2008
...several domes with each other? The domes can be connected door to door: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html We do make tunnels but they are not made to connect the domes: https://shelter-systems.com/tunnle-shelters.html 6. What...
QAbillboard vinyl
...the company I purchased it from http://www.pointonepremiums.com/ I called Elenaor to discuss ordering the clips, but I had to leave a message. I’ll catch up with her shortly .. I’m...
QAOn Jan 18, 2007
...quickly I can get it. Thank you. Christopher , CIC Christopher One of our 14′ domes may work for you. https://shelter-systems.com/solor-dome.html Geodesic Dome 14 Diameter 14 ‘x 7′ High, 154...
QAwhat kind of snow and wind loads can they handle?
On Jul 29, 2009 Bob, I work with a marketing company in the Rockies, and we were looking at your 30′-31′ dome/yurts for on snow demos. The biggest question we...
TestimonialTiger Shah
...One (1) bolt of silnylon from www.owfinc.com (2nds at 3-4 bucks a yd, 5.5 ft wide bolt) And (8) mini gripclips: https://shelter-systems.com/product-category/gripclips/ And I use moss (or msr) groundhog stakes....
PageInstruction Manual for Domes and Structures (English)
...it will compress. With the vacuum still on wrap package tight with a generous amount of tape to hold it in its compressed form. Now remove your vacuum hose. Repairs:...
PagePortable Outdoor Classrooms
...Portable Classroom Domes come complete with poles, high quality 12″ Durapeg stakes, guy lines for extreme wind settings, ventilation tubes, spare parts (Grips Clips and pole connectors) and a Instruction...
QADate: September 21, 2008
...about https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html? I know of quite a few cats in the area and fear that they might try to sharpen their claws on it. Any suggestions? Thank you, -sarah Hi...
QAOn Aug 10, 2008
...centralizing the heat source, getting a good draft and taking advantage of the heat that comes off the stack What is the best way to seal the wall/floor juncture against...
QAhigh wind gusts that sometimes happen on the Playa
...manual: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html Guy lines: most of the time the domes do well with out but be prepared for that one and ten year wind storm: at least bring them along...
QAOn Jan 16, 2009
...creations. All the best, Marie de Prémonville Marie Have a look at https://shelter-systems.com/yurt-dome-testimonials.html The 14′ seems 1/2 the size of the 18′. Most are much happier with the 18′ over...
QAOn Nov 19, 2008
...wood? Thanks. Claus Hi Claus Please see our online manual: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html and: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual-deck-riserwall.html for info on floors of all kinds. After you have looked at this info let me know...
QAScott
...foot which is a tall version of the 30: https://shelter-systems.com/large.html We can make a 31 bubble as a special order which adds another approximately 5 feet in height. We can...
QAdust and wind
...we provide them, do quite well on the playa and with some additional prep work with tape and velcro (see online manual: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html ) can be significantly improved). All this...
QAPatrick
On Apr 7, 2009 it seems from reading your webpage that the domes do not come with flooring? i am interested in 14′ or 18″ dome. so they are open...
QADate: November 19, 2007
...size jobs. If you can do is please respond. Thank You John General Contractors, Inc. Hi John I think a version of our GroRow 10 https://shelter-systems.com/gro-row.html and our CrystalCave 9...
QAMark
...scrub the dust off it. Let it dry completely. Before going to the playa or Burning Man put the dome up on a dry and windless day on a tarp...
QAOn Aug 18, 2007
...but read our snow and wind warnings. Take care that no large branches can fall on you. Also do you have any advice for good power Go Solar http://www.gaiam.com/retail/SolarLiving?CMP=KNC-booyah&atlas=true&gcid=S18376x001&keyword=real%20goods You...
QADate: April 5, 2007
...end of our online manual for instructions to install the panels: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html . We also sell the materials to make your own: https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html Be sure to tell us if you...
QAOn Mar 27, 2007
On Mar 27, 2007 Hi Bob, I coming to Burning Man from London this year (hurrah), and would like some advice about your yurt domes please. We’re coming with a...
QAdesign for performance
...and has 4 doors. All strcture is to the outside. This may work for you. https://shelter-systems.com/large.html Also see Photos near the middle of this page: https://shelter-systems.com/photos-1/photos-1.html Sincerely, Bob Gillis Hi...
QAOn Mar 8, 2007
...on a previous order? Regards Steve Steve We have a white and black covering see near the bottom of: https://shelter-systems.com/dome-coverings.html that we have used to block light in some of...
QAOn Feb 13, 2007
...door heights are about 5′. Netting doors are optional https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html . We offer netting that can be attached with sticky back velcro to the upper vents: https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html Sincerely, Bob Gillis...
QACan stoves and heaters be used inside your domes?
...Use common sense and keep hot objects and flames away from the walls of your dome. See stoves in our manual: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html . I would also open a vent up...
QAOn Apr 28, 2010, at 7:40 AM, Bob Gillis wrote:
...Santa Cruz CA: http://www.goodtimessantacruz.com/santa-cruz-news/good-times-cover-stories/986-from-here-to-haiti.html This tent was then sold as used. I am not sure how long it lasted for the buyer. Also see: https://shelter-systems.com/yurt-dome-testimonials.html I saw that bamboo poles...
QAOn Mar 17, 2010, at 9:24 AM, Bob Gillis wrote:
...60 mph ( https://shelter-systems.com/burning-man-wind.html ). This wind storm that lasted about 2 hours. Persistent wind at a much lower level will eventually cause components to wear and fail. If a...
QAOn Mar 17, 2010, at 8:12 AM, Bob Gillis wrote:
On Mar 17, 2010, at 8:12 AM, Bob Gillis wrote: Hi Dmitriy Here is the manual link: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html and https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-30-31-addition.html There is in the manual info on wood stove installation...
QAOn Nov 1, 2009
...on guying; https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html also see the wind and snow warnings: https://shelter-systems.com/warning.html Sincerely, On Nov 1, 2009 Dear Shelter Systems, I am interested in your large dome for covering my koi...
QACan the Grip Clip handle two pieces of overlapping/shingled 10.5 mil poly?
...I purchase the covers from you instead of the link provided in the previous email, if the prices are comparable. Really, as far as cover materials, cover accessories and ways...
QA“Miscellaneous” & “Uses”
...30’er made in a full sphere (https://shelter-systems.com/spheres.html) with an open arch (https://shelter-systems.com/arch-domes.html) would work I think. You would have to support the sphere with 4×4 posts set in the ground....
QAFebruary 22, 2006
...does it take to complete a custom dome and ship it to Hawaii? And, is there an additional shipping charge? Thanks- Aia Hi Aia We have a standard line of...
QADate: January 19, 2006
...dome has been damaged beyond our ability (to repair it). I was wondering if your wonderful company can rebuild the section that ripped. We tried to fix it in the...
QAOn Jan 8, 2006, at 3:44 PM, L & C Reedy wrote:
...that open up. See: https://shelter-systems.com/shingling.html Q You had one photo of a party that had made a base ring with irrigation PVC. If not using that, how is the dome...
QAOn Jul 19, 2004
...size of yurt and how much it would cost? Recommend two of our 6 by 12 sun shads or commercial shade cloth which you can get at building supply. 3....
QAHow well does a 30 footer stand up in the wind at BM?
...re-bar stakes (see Dealing with Strong Winds: https://shelter-systems.com/wind-tents.html). Also see: https://shelter-systems.com/burningman-.html Hi Again, Any way of shipping these domes to us in UK cheaper? If you have a friend in...
QAOn Apr 29, 2004
...here are the specs. www.desertdomes.com/dome3calc.html it is a 3V 5/8ths dome with an 11.875 foot radius. You can use the calculator to get the dimensions and see the dome plans....
QAOn Mar 14, 2004, at 2:57 PM, Judith Mathews wrote:
...Winds: https://shelter-systems.com/wind-tents.htm and Instruction Manual: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html Is there a way to paint the fabric without compromising it? You can paint it any way you want. It will not harm the...
QAWhy would I buy a tent which did not include a floor??!
...with that??? We do offer the floor as an accessory: Accessories https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html Some people want to put their Yurt Dome on a deck in which case a floor is not...
QAHow to Divide a Yurt Dome
How to Divide a Yurt Dome Can I divide a 18′ or 20′ dome in quarters? Yes see: https://shelter-systems.com/divide.html One of my doors is loose can I adjust the clips...
QAGeneral
...unexpectedly. Be prepared! Remember that the dome is a lightweight, portable structure. Its strength comes from tension, not mass or rigid components. Exposed sites with unusually extreme winds are not...
PageInstruction Manual for Domes and Structures (Spanish)
...Este procedimiento producirá un piso de la tierra que sea llano y cómodo. Cubierta De Piso: Instale siempre una cubierta de piso impermeable en su bóveda para guardar la humedad...
QAhttps://shelter-systems.com/email-08.html
...would hold up under playa conditions. I’d appreciate any insights you have. Thanks, -mattb Hi Matt This has been done with the 20′ and could be done with the the...
QAI bought several domes and had them shipped to Denmark
...would be very grateful for your help. Thank you. Kind regards Jens — kunstnerisk leder Terra Nova medlem af Uafhængige Scenekunstnere (US) tlf. 25 48 64 84 www.jensbackvall.dk www.t-nova.org www.scenekunstnere.dk...
QA“Miscellaneous”
...dome as a science project. We do have a page which shows the size-volume comparisons of different-sized domes (http://www.shelter-systems/sizes.html) and one on tensegrity and geodesic design in tent structures (http://www.shelter-systems/tensegrity.html)....