5 Ways to Repurpose Yurt Shipping Crates

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October 31, 2024 Edited Loading... 10 min read
5 Ways to Repurpose Yurt Shipping Crates

Aside from being popular glamping and full-time living options, yurts are designed to provide one of the most environmentally friendly living options available. For some, yurts are the best option for alternative living due to their structural strength, or their circular shape that offers beautiful interior designs for glamping. What about the sustainable efficiencies that yurts offer? Rainier Outdoor intentionally designs yurts with materials sourced from the NW to limit travel emissions and our carbon footprint. This effort extends beyond the lattice of a yurt and into the packaging and shipping processes that encompass your yurt order.

For yurt owners or aspiring adventurers, one of the most exciting days is when you receive your Rainier Outdoor yurt and prepare for installation. Over the years, we kept up with our customers’ installation experiences and discovered another impressive step to raising a yurt. That is, getting creative with the crates that your yurt is shipped in! We have an in-house crate department that customizes shipping crates to be more cost-effective and create less waste. Often, yurt-goers receive their crates and think, “Wow, what am I going to do with these huge crates?” Our yurt experts gathered step-by-step guides and layouts to help you repurpose your crate for various uses!

Yurt Shipping Crate Plans

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Build a Shed

Work Bench

Chicken Coops

The main crate (fabric crate) is 108” x 49” x 63” tall. This creates ample space for a dry storage unit where additional firewood, gardening tools, snow equipment, and cleaning supplies can live.

The 108” x 49” x 63” tall main crate provides enough wood to be converted into a sturdy workbench. Do you need a bench for the entrance of your yurt or dining room? This crate can convert into a stylish bench for multiple uses!

Combine the 108” x 49” x 63” tall main crate with the 76.5” x 76.5” x 21” tall ring/dome crate to build a chicken coop. The best chicken coop is a home that keeps hens safe and happy. Check out this DIY chicken coop from our yurt crates!

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Raised Garden Bed

Yurt Entrance Ramp

Have you ever wanted to build a gardening bed out of repurposed materials? Gathering materials from a local hardware store creates multiple steps for your DIY project. Often, our yurt customers use their crates to build a raised garden bed because it takes less time and the materials are readily available! Download this PDF to learn more.

Did you choose a SIPS deck with your yurt purchase? A SIPS deck calls for concrete piers and a wooden structure to prepare for the platform height. In addition, many customers secure a ramp to the front entrance of their yurt to help the construction/moving process move along quicker!

DIY Shipping Crate Inspiration

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SHED

BENCH

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CHICKEN COOP

YURT RAMP

Check out our Yurt Floor Plans page for more yurt inspiration! Contact us to learn more about our handcrafted yurts, canvas cottages, canvas tents, and tipis! Follow us on Instagram to find yurt inspiration and designs, glamping off-the-grid, and updates from our yurt experts.

FAQ

What can I build with yurt shipping crates?

Yurt shipping crates can be repurposed to create sheds, furniture, raised garden beds, storage units, or even small structures like playhouses.


How do I repurpose a yurt shipping crate into a shed?

To repurpose a crate into a shed, reinforce the structure, add roofing, install doors and windows, and ensure proper ventilation and weatherproofing.


Are yurt shipping crates durable for outdoor projects?

Yes, yurt shipping crates are built with strong, durable wood, making them suitable for various outdoor projects.


How can I use shipping crates for sustainable yurt living?

Repurposing shipping crates reduces waste, creating sustainable storage solutions, furniture, or even small shelters to enhance eco-friendly yurt living.


Can I build a chicken coop from yurt crates?

Absolutely. With some modifications, yurt shipping crates can be converted into a sturdy and functional chicken coop.

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