How To Add Hard-Panels To An Ekodome

EKODOME is a geodesic dome framework that allows you to build better and sustainable spaces. With our patent-pending aluminum strut design, you will easily create multipurpose spaces and have the flexibility to cover the dome with any solid panel or membrane.
You can cover your Ekodome with many commonly used building materials. In addition, our dome kits come with panel templates that allow you to cut and install the panels by yourself, which is a great flexibility that do-it-yourselfers seek. Furthermore, these geodesic dome frames can accommodate any solid panel between 4mm and 10mm thickness.
Finally, pre-cut panels in various materials for your Ekodome frames are available on our website for those who prefer a complete boxed solution.
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[@littledaemon001]

This was a huge part of the process that I was still unclear about. THANK YOU.

[@ojgrows]

Keep up the good work. Looking forward to the cabin & residential kits!

[@j0nj0nSaN]

I’m excited. Can’t wait to see mine.

[@yowzaaa]

This looks amazing. Now, I am excited to put an order for my first Dome

[@patriciasoares9204]

Sensacional! Incrível! Parabéns!🍾🥂🌟. Gratidão 💚😉.

[@brianobryan4544]

Very slick

[@moicrux7112]

Hello ekodome. Would you guys post a video of the ekodome event you guys held? We would like to see some of the setups you had on display.

[@moicrux7112]

Would you be kind enough to make a video installing a tempered glass and hpl sip panel just so we can see how they look...

[@AlvaroMerle]

Where can i find this black conectors and sticks and how much do they cost aprox?

[@brettmoore3194]

So cool, ive really been interested in showing this to my family for our yearly gatherings. It cost so much to have a venue. Y'all have a price guide?

[@hiddenpotentialproject806]

On their website, this model is like $6k base.

[@larrydiehl85]

I like what I'm seeing. How do you prevent leaks from around all the bolts, specially with snow melt. How about insulation attachment methods too please.

[@Ekodome]

All our delta-sealed nuts are "nyloc" nuts, except the m12 on the hub cap. We advise silicone use at critical points for extra security. Insulation: Coming soon! :)

[@phoenix1964]

Also, is there an option for a 2nd door on the 22ft model and does it sit completely flat on the deck surface

[@Ekodome]

Yes, you can place 2nd and third doors on the base hexagons and they sit flat on the deck!

[@goodtimegirll]

Could you please clarify what the polycarbonate thickness was used in this video? 6mm?

[@Ekodome]

That one is only 4mm thick for demonstration purposes. You can install thicknesses between 4mm-10mm directly. With custom work, there is no limit!

[@Acapelluh]

how good is the sound isolation could i use this as a music studio with a raised sound dampened floor and 10mm panels. or thicker it seemed possible from another comment. and is it easily torn down? i would like to keep a clear view but have as much isolation as possible

[@Ekodome]

Hi. Clear view and isolation look controversial. For non-transparent panels, insulated SIP panels are available. Will introduce them soon on our website. Two of our customers will build sound recording studios, and I am sure they will add more insulation layers from the interior.

[@jeremiasbarbosa1279]

muito bom. BOM

[@devanmuir8438]

Do you think using 6mm polycarbonate twinwall panels would provide sufficient strength?

[@Ekodome]

6mm twin-wall panels will have limited contribution to the strength of the dome frame. Still better than 4mm, but ultimate strength is determined by the rigidity of the selected material, not the thickness. To clarify, consider the comparison of 4mm steel, 10 mm polycarbonate, and 20mm Osb.

[@UKSJayarathna]

Would you be selling just the hubs in the future? It would be great to have just the hubs to do DIY type of projects. I'm sure the cost will be less and shipping be easier. Thanks.

[@Ekodome]

Unfortunately not. Thank you for the comment.

[@AmourEtLiberte888]

Can you produce the corner seals for a dodecahedron house ? I want to remove the old roof and use polycarbone material ??? Please help...

[@Ekodome]

Thank you for contacting us. Unfortunately, we have no time to customize any new components right now.

[@moicrux7112]

Looks beautiful! Is that plexiglass your using?

[@Ekodome]

Yes that one is plexiglass but you can install any solid panel. Lexan, Acrylic, Polycarbonate, Plywood, Aluminum composite...etc

[@moicrux7112]

@@Ekodome how about tempered glass?

[@Ekodome]

@@moicrux7112 All fine, up to 10m thickness maximum. Minimum 4mm. The most important thing is, you need to place the same thickness panels on the neighboring triangles. Or you should equalize the thickness of the edges of the triangles.

[@JohnGuest45]

@@moicrux7112 Not advisable due to the weight and of course the cost of having the panels custom made because you cant cut tempered glass :).

[@moicrux7112]

@@JohnGuest45 thank you for that information but I was doing some research and you are able to put the tempered glass on them they have some domes in China that they do that to for glamping in Jordan dome hotel and they seem perfectly fine RAXTENTS IS THE VENDOR

[@godsarmyofhammers]

It is one of the best designs I have seen as far as ease of construction and ability to choose materials. I do have questions about insulation and interior finishing. Will you be designing a solution for the interior that would allow installation of wiring inside tracks? for hanging panels of wood or drywall? Will there be an insulation gap between the interior and exterior? If one would wish to build with Structural Insulated Panels for provide the shell for example, that would provide an external, internal and insulation, but it would require cutting the interior triangles smaller that where they connect to the dome, is that feasible? I appreciate your dedication to making housing affordable and easy for people, and i am very interested in the possibilities, thanks so much for your time and attention.

[@Ekodome]

Thank you so much for your comment. We are working on all details you have mentioned. CTP + Plywood sandwich panels, potential Bamboo R&D, Cross-laminated wood panels, Insulation brackets and/or laser cut plates..etc. Please subscribe to our newsletter on the homepage (Ekodome.com) We will let you know about all improvements.

[@godsarmyofhammers]

@@Ekodome Looking forward to ordering pre cut panels that work with the kit, as well and using my own materials for that one of a kind look. Again, thanks for the effort and consideration to bringing affordable solutions to people. Now, if we could just get the so called "Zoning boards" and Home owners associations to realize the potential, everyone would be able to help the world.

[@chuckjames7745]

This looks like a kit. Can you tell us who make the kit and how to get a hold of them?

[@Ekodome]

Hi Chuck. Please check our website at Ekodome.com

[@phoenix1964]

How was this tested to ensure that it is waterproof under heavy storm conditions and what is the life expectancy of the gaskets? THANK YOU!!!

[@Ekodome]

The TPE SEBS seals on the aluminum struts and strut caps are preferred according to their technical datasheet. Unfortunately, no one has tested the seals "for years" since this is a new frame design. But, comparing the PVC seals on the regular house windows, this compound offers superior technical advantages. You can read details here: ekodome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/TPE-SEBS-Seals-Data-sheet.jpg Furthermore, we provided enough convenient space on the aluminum struts to apply silicone between the panels and struts to guarantee 100% water tightness.

[@JohnGuest45]

@@Ekodome An angled gasket profile would allow water to run off the dome. The horizontal struts will prevent the water running off. The standing water will find any weak point in the seals and will almost certainly lead to algae growth as dust (nutrient) will naturally collect there too.

[@Ekodome]

​@@JohnGuest45 Our aluminum strut/strut caps seals are already angled and have three flanges. For the hub EPDM gaskets, there is no easy and affordable way that we can use to cut edges angled. We will work on another material in the future.

[@somdutt7615]

In india is this available

[@anlboz3981]

Hello, is a transparent pvc coating used in the triangles that receive light? Can laminated double glass be used instead of this material, which is matte from the outside and transparent from the inside?

[@selecttravelvacations7472]

On their site it says any flat, solid material from 4mm-10mm thickness.

[@Ekodome]

Yes and Yes. You can install even flexible membranes as long as you fix them on solid triangular edges.

[@aalexx3]

Which material is it? De qué material está hecho?

[@Ekodome]

Aluminum. Thank you for the interest.

[@hiddenpotentialproject806]

What is this white material you're using?

[@Ekodome]

That is melamine-coated chipboard. Only for demonstration purposes...

[@theecstatic9686]

I likey...

[@brentdobson5264]

This is an amazingly awesome elegant and appropriately finessed dome detailing and finish !! ❤ A second generation might be bio - ceramic or is this what one sees ? This is sooo beautiful .

[@paulschefz]

I received mine, so far the frame is great, system looks great, I am cutting my own panels, BUT it is easy to put the panels and the hubs on standing next to the dome. getting the top 5 on and especially the hub on the very top is very difficult. I am not sure how I will be able to manage, maybe lay down on top? but then there are the ones below to worry about. getting the struts on is ok but then you somehow have to reach all the way to the center to put the hub on and fasten it. if anyone has any ideas, please let me know.

[@sinanhalic9929]

A few people used curved/folding ladders to reach the upper hubs. A tiny scaffolding may also be used.

[@jamesduff6937]

What type of metal is the structure?

[@Ekodome]

Our products are made of aluminum. Either extruded or casting.

[@jamesduff6937]

@@Ekodome Thank you.

[@rogercouture4372]

La meilleure chose est que l'extension du matériau est prévue.

[@user-ed9hj8fm2t]

what about rain

[@David-oy6ck]

It would make more sense functionally for the hubs to be fastened from inside the dome. Then the panels could be changed out from season to season. They could also be accessible from a ladder or scaffolding inside.

[@David-oy6ck]

Aside from adding panels top to bottom and using the structure itself to stand on, it will be hard to assemble/disassemble.

[@Ekodome]

@@David-oy6ck Depending on the material, some panels weigh about 30lbs. If you install them from the interior, there is no way 2-3 guys can manage this process. Furthermore, it will be very hard to work under negative angles up there to screw the strut caps from the interior. Now, you can leave the panel on a triangular bed, whatever the weight is, and it will stay there until you bring your aluminum strut cap.

[@Toucan432]

@@Ekodome This is the best dome system I've seen so far:) But in terms of security can someone just undo a panel with a hex power drive from the outside to gain access?? Also with shipping the way it is at the moment (super slow). Can you deliver Internationally (NZ) within reasonable time frames? thanks in advance!

[@Ekodome]

​@@Toucan432 Thank you for the comment! Depending on the purpose of the build and potential security issues, you can replace the m12 bolt of the hub with a longer one and bolt it with two nuts from the interior. No one can uninstall it :) Furthermore, you can still apply silicone mastic right under the panels, and it will be impossible to take the boards out. You can screw some panels from the interior. If unwanted visitors insist on invading, they can break the cover panels or simply unlock the door and get in as they do to traditional houses. But comparing a PVC dome tent, Ekodome still offers the best experience in building better spaces. Please email us for shipping costs. Ekodome.com

[@hiddenpotentialproject806]

I'm sure they've got it figured out from the looks of it

[@michelleelizalde2398]

Más información por favor

[@Challengery86]

Anyone tested this in snow storms?

[@rainydayvibes]

From a safety point of view, it would be more logical to be able to screw every part from the inside of the dome instead of the outside :) this is just a suggestion.

[@Ekodome]

Thank you! What do you mean by safety? If you mean preventing outsiders from demounting the components, there is a solution for that! :))

[@rainydayvibes]

@@Ekodome correct what do you have that prevent from outsider demounting components tks

[@Ekodome]

@@rainydayvibes 1) Longer m12 bolt and interlocking nuts in the interior. 2) Tiny Steel ball hammered on the M12 hex slot.

[@dsquared1956]

Cost ?

[@bvsiness]

Very much. Good business for the owners!

[@talipkurt1948]

Hello there . great job . look so cool.. I live in Turkey. I want 4 arm , 5 arm and 6 arm connectors , 1 long beams . Can you send me an example? I want to examine

[@moicrux7112]

Has anyone received their dome order yet????

[@futurebubble6572]

No, I'm still waiting on two domes. Update: My domes arrived today July 11, 2022!

[@kevinrichey1222]

It's now May 23, 2022. Have you received your order yet? When did you pay for it?

[@kevinrichey1222]

It is May 23, 2022. How long have some been waiting after placing their order?

[@kevinrichey1222]

@@futurebubble6572 When did you place your order?

[@moicrux7112]

I'm still waiting but I think it will be worth the wait hey do send updates

[@steveturansky9031]

Too many seems and connections on a geodesic to seal out the leaks. They are great for grow domes, sheds and spaces that won't be ruined when they leak. I'd go with a monolithic style that drastically eliminates leak possibilities.

[@conradsenior5843]

All that and they still leak.

[@Ekodome]

Not really! Appropriate installation, the right cover material, and our guidance prevent leakage! Furthermore, we continuously upgrade our components and provide them to our customers for free. :)

[@PhoenixAndTheRaven]

Did you buy one? Or are you just hating on it because it's not what you're used to. Receipts or it doesn't count.

[@geonerd]

The music is REALLY irritating. How about making the effort to provide a narrator who can explain what the video is demonstrating?