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QAportal to the dome

...our online manual: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html The following is extracted: This or a modification of this approach may work to create a water shedding connection for you. Our domes flex in the...

QAApril 29, 2008

...own modles: https://shelter-systems.com/modle.html “ The land has a gradient relief map – see below I enlarged this map to house the models to approx scale. It looked wonderful, and we...

QAOn Mar 10, 2009

...you get hit with a big storm for backup. Read our online manual carefully : https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html paying close attention to the sections dealing with wind. If all you have are...

QAOn Mar 3, 2009

...their designed lifespan by several years, so I have no complaints. By noon today, I had one of them up again. With some further patching, it will be a functioning...

QAOn Jan 1, 2009

...added as the sub-assemblies to increase the size for final assembly. I would like to compare the purchase of these domes compared to replacing my travel trailer (camper), renting an...

QADate: December 29, 2008 1:10:50 PM PST

...or longer, of our fabric https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html she could roll the dome in and then tape or tie it (perhaps you thew out the warper that the dome came in). Sincerely,...

QAOn Nov 28, 2008

...the name. Our domes are like the original Yurts in Mongolia: portable and light weight. Our domes use state of the art patented geodesic and tensegrity engendering: https://shelter-systems.com/tensegrity.html The standard...

QAOn Nov 24, 2008

...it. We can make the your cover of our white shelter covering which is optically something like a sheet of paper. See the bottom of page: https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html Sincerely, Bob Gillis...

QAMy sister sent me this link to a ted talk.

My sister sent me this link to a ted talk. You (and Grip clips) are in it at about 15:20-16:30 Yay for grip clips. http://www.ted.com/talks/cameron_sinclair_on_open_source_architecture#t-876443...

QAOn May 16, 2009

...my GroDome 20 Greenhouse. How do I fix it? ——————————- Order two replacement Panels for top of 20′ GD https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html Alternatively you can replace a whole panel if a tear...

QAOn Mar 20, 2009

...the tear is small you may be able to plug it up with a blob of silicon rubber alone. Be sure to update your manual: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html   Sincerely, Bob Gillis...

QADo you have a system for rain water catchment…

...are small a 55 gallon plastic drum may suffice. For filtering do a search online for ( rain water filter system ) One we found was: http://www.baproducts.com/rainwatr.htm Sincerely, Bob Gillis...

QAOn Aug 25, 2007

...domes mildew and mold-proof? That can be a big issue here. Thanks Lyn Hi Lyn Our dome have 4 doors. You can order 4 net door for them: https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html We...

QAOn Jul 27, 2007

...Burning Man. Robin Sunshades are the key; they make a Huge difference. Get one of our large ones or better still two: https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html Sincerely, Bob Gillis On Jul 27, 2007...

QAOn Apr 4, 2007

...But then this link ( https://shelter-systems.com/warning.html ) has this disclaimer: Shelter Systems’ Domes are stronger for their weight and cost than any other structure. Still they are light weight portable...

QAOn Apr 30, 2010, at 12:23 PM, Bob Gillis wrote:

On Apr 30, 2010, at 12:23 PM, Bob Gillis wrote: We make a “Crystal Cave” : https://shelter-systems.com/tunnle-shelters.html Which is the same design as the porch. As to water running in...

QAPVC question

...https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html Sincerely, Bob Gillis Subject: PVC question Hi, First I have to tell you that I was living like a king at my first burn last year. The 18′ dome...

QAwalls?

...has holes in it that dividers can be attached to. You can use any type of heater you choose. Read our online manual for both of these: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html Sincerely, Bob...

QAOn Oct 16, 2009

Hi Ellen Thanks for for your feedback about our domes. The domes we make are a compromise of many factors. We try to create the right mix to produce a...

QAstorage for 20′ yurt

Subject: Re: storage for 20′ yurt thanks very much- worked well. nate On Tue, Sep 8, 2009 See online manual: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html Storage: Brush off all the dirt that you can....

QAtape and such

...you have looked through the online manual: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html We have been testing the tape for about 4 months but not long enough to tell if it leaves a sticky residue....

QA“Miscellaneous”

...supply stove vents but suggest that the user roll up a door (there are 4 and shingle in a section of plywood and then use regular stove pipe fittings. https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html...

QA“Uses”

“Uses” Has there been any comment on whether the 30 foot domes are attractive for weddings? What kind of wedding party would they best suit? They have been used in...

QA“Miscellaneous”

...Miller We sell a white and black (total sun block) shade woven film that is 6′ wide $10 per yard and Grip Clips (set of 4 for $10) https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html which...

QA“Miscellaneous”

...(set of 4 for $10) https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html which allows you to attach poles to the cover and attach the cover to your house. You could then make your own shade. Its...

QA“Miscellaneous” “Kayak”

...tarp, green willow shoots and our Grip Clip tarp fasteners, in four hours. You might want to check out our website with many photos of the kayak construction at www.gripclip.com/kayakassem.html....

QADate: July 30, 2006 

...home depo or even the regular blue tarps. You could also use our material: https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html I would then get a bunch (hard to have too many) of our General Purpose...

QAMike Brisbin

...plans for our domes as they have proved to complicated for people to build from plans. However, we do offer a kit for our Shelter Frame https://shelter-systems.com/shelter-frame2.html/FrameSet.htm for $75 non-returnable...

QAMay 14, 200

...whilst skiing, so they would need to sit comfortably in the nature snow bound mountainous setting, a window section to appreciate the views would also be ideal. In the original...

QAOn Apr 12, 2006,

...threading their attaching cords to the inside clip holes on the dome. See manual for photo: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html the clip on the left is the inner clip of the dome; the...

QAOn Mar 14, 2006

...done well at BM for over 8 years and have survived some strong wind storms with gusts in the 50’s. But this was not sustained. See: https://shelter-systems.com/burningman-.html Sincerely, Robert Gillis...

QADate: February 27, 2006

...in the manual ( https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html ) for staking using “foundation stakes” . If you are not allowed to drive stakes into the asphalt then use large water containers ( 55...

QAShelter Sytems:

...of your awning and your awning cloth of choice. For awing cloth, you can use our covering if you want: https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html Cut your awing cloth to fit your window and...

QAsun bathing shelter

I’m looking for a sun bathing shelter to be used in a backyard, easily setup, just walls – no roof. Any suggestions? Look at our Circle Wind Walls: https://shelter-systems.com/windwall.html Which...

QAOn Jun 10, 2004

...man? thank you! marcy ps – was thinking about getting the 14 or 18 ft. Use two of our Sun Shades (Accessories: https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html ) and keep your 4 doors open....

QAOn Jun 10, 2004

...man? thank you! marcy ps – was thinking about getting the 14 or 18 ft. Use two of our Sun Shades (Accessories: https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html ) and keep your 4 doors open....

QAOn May 24, 2004

...also make sun shades for them. They are totally water tight. You may also be interested in our net doors and netting with velcro for upper vents. Accessories: https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html Bob...

QA“Sizes” Jacuzzi Cover

...you. https://shelter-systems.com/tunnle-shelters.html “Sizes” Portable Classroom Dear Shelter Systems, I am looking for a shelter that is portable, brightly lit on the interior, well ventilated and easily assembled. I am applying...

QA“General”

...up a door (there are 4 and shingle in a section of plywood and then use regular stove pipe fittings. https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html “General” Hi Bob I have sent Japan your website...

QA“Uses”

“Uses” Has there been any comment on whether the 30 foot domes are attractive for weddings? What kind of wedding party would they best suit? They have been used in...

QA“General”

...a refund, please make sure that it is clean and dry. If need be, hang the dome from its top clip in a room with a high ceiling to completely...

TestimonialHenry Mitchell

...w/ kerosene heaters. Is there any sort of thermal liner that would make ac practical in the summer? We make a full liner that would help with AC. Accessories: https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html...

TestimonialJosh Ovett

My sons Sam and Max www.smaxbros.com while working as river guides have been living in an 18′ model on the top of the mountain near Bryson City N.C. in the...

QAOn Sep 5, 2008,

...can tie on extra bottom leg poles to make any of your domes sturdier in wind. I have 2 questions: 1. Instead of adding an extra 12 poles to the...

QAOn Jun 27, 2008

...Thanks, Conni Hi Connie I will try to answer your questions. I should point out that the covering we use on our domes is not nylon. The 30′ dome we...