Design & Layout, Durability, Yurts

Eagle Yurt Sidewalls: Modular, Weatherproof Design

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Rainier's Eagle model yurt is the ultimate yurt with unsurpassed quality. We use durable, top-of-the-line marine grade fabrics for the outer shell, which is made from reinforced vinyl with an acrylic top coat that even meets the tough fire codes of California. The fabric is treated at the mill with coatings that provide water repellency, mildew and mold resistance, UV resistance, and (as mentioned) flame retardant.
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Durability, Yurts

Can Yurts Withstand High Winds? Structural Safety and Durability

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Whether you're vacationing or planning to live in a yurt full-time, you want to know that you are safe and secure. Here is a little reassurance. Yurts have codes, regulations, and standards they have to pass before you can live in them. In addition to this standardization, there are several other yurt components to consider when we talk about yurt safety.
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Design & Layout, Yurts

A Lofty Idea

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In general, yurts were meant to be open round structures without a traditional ceiling and an abundant amount of headroom. In some cases, however, folks may consider installing a loft. If you are on the fence about adding a loft when you first put your yurt up, my recommendation is to try living in the yurt for a year and then make your decision. I find that most people learn to live within the allotted square footage and prefer to leave it open.
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