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PageOpen-Arched YurtDome™

...of an open-arched dome is great on a hot days and for using your dome at a party or trade show. Instructions that come with your yurt tell you how...

PageGroRow™ Row Covers

...Set-Up and Storage You will be pleased with how easily your GroRow™ goes up in five minutes without tools! You simply bend slightly the interchangeable poles and insert them into...

PagePlayaDomes™

...Geodesic PlayaDomes come complete with poles, 12″ long high-quality Durapeg stakes, guy lines for strong wind settings, ventilation tubes, spare parts (extra Grips Clips and pole connectors) and a complete...

PageShadeStructures™

Shelter Systems’ structures can made for use as ShadeStructures™. Simply request that we use our silver and black Shade material, which is silver outside to reflect light and the sun...

QAOn Apr 26, 2006

...(imagine an opening in the canvas, and i can reach the connector there) No need the clips inner components have holes to hang from. will the dome start to bow/flex...

QA“Grip Clips;

...the carefully presented information and pictures. Your questions and answer component is very helpful.As an emergency response planner and facilitator,I will share the details of your products with my colleagues....

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? 

...moderate wind but we do not recommend them for extreme wind. See our wind and snow warnings: https://shelter-systems.com/warning.html See the online manual for packing and anchoring instructions: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html We have...

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....

QAOn Jul 25, 2007

...over the dome with the other corner). Please advise, and feel free to write or call to clarify, any questions. Thanks. Best, T. Hi Tzara You are right. For some...

QAApril 24, 2007

...some scrap for free with any other order you make; just let us know. Some questions: I am considering replacing all the poles. Is this just standard PVC I can...

QA“Miscellaneous”

...it behind the backstop fence. Looking through your inventory, it looks as if your Crystal cave may work well. I have two questions: 1. Does the Crystal cave let in...

QADate: July 7, 2008

...was loose; the two damaged domes could have pulled free except for one stake, which then being overloaded, ripped out the clip from the dome. The damage to coverings appears...

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...

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...

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

...and or 11 https://shelter-systems.com/tunnle-shelters.html Both of these are freestanding; meaning you can pick them up and set them over something and they will hold their shapes; we can make them...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

QAhttps://shelter-systems.com/email-08.html

...two doors are joined (see the online manual: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html ) If you decide to do it please send photos: (Thanks). Let me know if this is not clear. Sincerely, Bob...

QACaroline

Depends on your soil conditions. see https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html Sincerely, Bob Gillis On Apr 8, 2011 Thanks Eleanor! Bob, I found more info in the meantime on your site, so I found...

QAOn Mar 14, 2009

On Mar 14, 2009 Good evening, I have two questions. Do people put tent stoves into these shelters? Yes, see: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html If so, how is the smoke expelled? Also see...

QAapplications in the tropics.

Dear Friends, I am very intrigued with your shelters and the potential they offer for applications in the tropics. A couple of silly questions. a. Can the yurt be used...

QA“Greenhouses”

...soon. We do not offer a hard copy catalog at this time. Please look at our online catalog: https://shelter-systems.com If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask....

QA“Sizes” & “General”

“Sizes” & “General” Questions about the Solar Dome: One of the tables indicate that the height of the opening for the 20′ is 7’5″ for the open arch situation. Yet...

QA“Miscellaneous”

...it behind the backstop fence. Looking through your inventory, it looks as if your Crystal cave may work well. I have two questions: 1. Does the Crystal cave let in...

QAAugust 22/ 06

...for Burning Man 2005 which worked out great! I’m preparing for this year’s event and had just a couple questions: 1 Can you please tell me how many of the...

QAOn Apr 26, 2006, at 7:13 PM, Shannon Goolsbee wrote:

...(silicon rubber) shut. 4) How is the system anchored into the ground? I comes with 14 1′ long DuraPeg stakes see manual: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html 5) Is the material breathable? No but...

QABurning Man

Burning Man Hi there, I’m gearing up to purchase one of your 18′ domes + flooring for Burning Man and other uses this summer. Here are a few questions I...

QA“Uses”

...on our web catalog. We also put our complete manual online for you to look at.: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html Dear Shelter Systems Folks, I have a couple of questions about the 30...