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Yurts and Tipis

 

Well, looks like everyone at my favorite webmaster forum UK Webmaster World are creating a squidoo lens, I am beginning to fell left out hence I decided to create my first squidoo lens for Tips and Yurts.

Yurts is defined at a circular tent of felt or skins on a collapsible framework, used by nomads in Mongolia, Siberia, and Turkey. Over the years, Yurts popularity has spread allover the world, it quite popular in UK, commonly used as an alternative to traditional tents in outdoor events such as large music festivals, town festivals and parties. It is also used for holiday accommodation at Yurts and Tipis parks. Some Yoga instructors prefer Yurts as the venue for their exercise over traditional indoor spaces.

I will like to thank Fabian and Jeremy Daffern of Yurts UK for the pictures of Yurts used on this page.

There are several Yurts and Tipis related sites online, this one is new but its worth a visit, its called Yurts and Tipis its certainly worth visiting.
I also strongly recommend Yurts and Tipis, it contains loads of information on Tipis and Yurt. I particularly found the

Yurts Making and building section particularly useful.

Steam Bending in Yurt Making 

Stem Bending

Wood, ash in particular is used for the pole in Yurt making in England. The core structure of a Yurt is made from wood, usually ash wood. The wood is then bent to the various shapes required to make the Yurt. Desired shapes are achieved using a method called stem bending.

Stem bending involves placing prepared ash into a steam box which is attached to a drum of boiling water, left in for an hour per inch of thickness of timber. After the prescribed period the timber is removed and placed onto a former upon which it sets into the shape required.

To bend wood it has to reach 100C at which point the lignum in the wood becomes pliable - steaming is the best medium to achieve this and in doing so also forces out the natural sugars and once removed from the steam leaves the timber effectively seasoned.

Yurt Trivia 

Know your Yurt

* Traditional Mongolians do not dig holes to install Yurts because they consider the ground sacred.
* The entrance of Mongolian Yurt always faces south.
* When Mongolian women enter the Yurt, they head to the Eastern side and men head west.
* Whenever moving inside the Yurt, one must always move in a sunwise direction.
* When entering a yurt it is considered impolite to step on the threshold or to hold onto the ropes.

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Reader Feedback 

sportsman

I have learned something new today i had never previously heard of Yurts but after reading this lens i now have a basic knowledge well done 5* rating from me.

Posted June 07, 2008

eccles1

I have never heard of a yurt better then tents and they look nice

Posted May 24, 2008

lisadh

Great lens and thanks for stopping by Stay in a Yurt!>. Nice to meet another yurt fan.

Posted May 20, 2008

Velnet

Nice page, I have never been in a Yurt, your page makes me want to stay in one.

Posted April 07, 2008

darkstar_tfd

Nice read :)

Posted April 03, 2008

 
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Article about Yurt making 

Perhaps you have wondered about yurts, or considered one for camping holidays. A yurt offers a comfortable and rather luxurious portable home away from home. Yurts are collapsible, easily transported wooden lattice frames covered with felt, in the traditional version, or a waterproof canvas outer well suited to life in the UK. When choosing a yurt, look for high quality construction and craftsmanship. The yurts offered by The Roundhouse at http://www.theroundhouse.uk.com are beautifully made, easily moved and set up, and aesthetically beautiful.

What are the benefits to a yurt? A yurt up to 18 feet can be transported in many cars with a roof rack. Two adults can put the yurt up in only two hours, making it as practical as it is comfortable. You may also want to allow space for a wood stove, which will vent out the roof of your yurt. A wood stove will make your yurt a viable year round option. A well made and well cared for yurt will provide you with a home that can go where you do for many years to come.

The Roundhouse offers yurts built of high quality, sustainably farmed green ash. Doors are pine or oak, and the wood is finished with organic oils. Each yurt comes with a custom made white, sand or sage green canvas cover. Sage or sand may also be used for the roof star, adding a nice accent to the airy white canvas exterior. The canvas has been specially treated to be rot-proof, waterproof and fire-retardant. While a heavy duty PVC ground cover is included, you can also purchase a custom fit jute or sisal rug for your yurt. The Roundhouse offers doors in a variety of styles, ranging from a simple rectangle to options with stained glass inserts.

For a warm and elegant temporary structure, consider opting for a yurt from http://www.roundhouse.uk.com. These yurts offer traditionally curved roof ribs, a crisp and fresh white canvas exterior, and a variety of options to meet your needs. If you intend to use your yurt year-round, consider adding a wood burning stove for heat and cooking. A yurt can be an excellent and comfortable home that offers easy portability, luxury and comfort. Especially ideal for those who travel regularly, such as craftspeople, or even a good solution for a summer home in the country, a yurt is eco-friendly, attractive, and long-lasting. Choose a yurt constructed by a skilled artisan, and you will be comfortable for many years to come.
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