Yurt Sizes and Set Up Situations

Join us as we explain the make-up of Mongolian yurts (or better known as gers), the popular structure sizes, and what they're commonly used for!

[@zenpaganwarrior]

This weekend I am finally re-setting up my Groovy Yurts 4-wall ger after 8 long months of it being stored away and it feels like an old friend visiting after many years away. I also want to add that I live in N. Calif. in a relatively dry climate and I will likely never break this yurt down again, because many of the wall connectors or nails came loose from the slats that i had to re-place in and it's just too damn much work anyway (I live alone). Luckily, my handyman is coming Sunday to help me stand the toono and put the four "skins" on, but I got the walls up and roped together and the baganas lashed to the toono today. I am so happy to see those walls back up again where they belong. Thanks, Yves!

[@Groovyyurts]

hope the ger is up by now. Happy yurting!

[@zenpaganwarrior]

@@Groovyyurts Update: I got the toono stood up and all the uns in by myself today (my handyman couldn't make it today). It took a lot of effort -- my handyman is coming tomorrow to help me put on the skins and do the finishing touches. I'm glad I went through the solo toono set-up, though!

[@mohawksteel2215]

Great advise for those who are investigating this style of living.I would chose it in a minute if I could talk my wife into it ,lol.

[@globetruc]

invite her for a night in a yurt, that might convince her ;-)

[@PossumMedic]

Awesome video thanks! :D

[@globetruc]

Thank you Michael! :-)

[@debmiskiw1839]

Is the floor well insulated for winter living? If so, what materials are used? If a yurt has windows, can they be double or triple pane glass for the insulating factors?

[@sudakara2388]

Do we need Permit to build Yurt for Living ..

[@globetruc]

it all depends on where you are and how you declare the yurt. Best is to check with local building inspector. It is not always easy... but there's usually a solution

[@mishkamo55]

Clear and precise instructions. No hype or affection. A real pleasure to listen to your presentation.

[@globetruc]

Bayarlalaa - thank you in MOngolian ;-). Means a lot!

[@carolboccaccio8617]

Wow, this was wonderfully informative. Thank you so much.

[@SatisfyingJoyMotive1222]

in Mongolian we call our dwelling GER but not yurt . please

[@globetruc]

Sain uu Tashi? Here's the reason we also call them yurts on this side, even though we recognize that they are called ger in Mongolia: groovyyurts.com/yurt-or-ger-that-is-the-question/ I hope it helps clarify :-)

[@yep.4635]

@@globetruc ​ @Groovy Yurts in this article you say "I have never been told by a Mongolian not to call it yurt" and yet you just have. It is very gaslighting and toxic for you to dismiss Tashi Tashi, showing your entitlement and privilege exerted over them. Very disappointing to see, as I wish to support the builders of these Gers, but not a salesman enacting white privilege over Mongolians.

[@globetruc]

@@yep.4635 The reason a comment like yours can be hurtful, is precisely because since I first started bringing back Mongolian gers in 2003, that question has always been at the back of my mind: how do we make this right for the families of our manufacturers and Mongolia in general. I clearly won't be able to convince you, nor do I have the ultimate response and will let you carry your own research. Mongolians are proud, self sustainable and independent. Your comment implies they could be taken advantage of. What is the most insulting? We keep trying to improve every day. I am at peace and wish you just the same! Yves @ GroovyYurts.com

[@sarahtonen4873]

i bought my yurt from you. it was good to see your smile again. happy travels, mon ami xo

[@jeffreyallen1290]

What size? Have you had it long? Love it? I lived in a yurt for a year long ago and want to again.

[@gonsalomon]

I've come up with an alternative way of putting up a yurt-esque building: 2.7 m (~9 ft) high panels, 1 m (~3ft) wide, made out of 2x4" wooden frames and mineral wool. Some of them will have a window 60cm (~2 ft) away both from the floor and the ceiling (I know, 1.50 m by 1m approx may sound like way too much, depends on your needs though). 18mm (~3/4 in) panels both for inside and outside of the panel, with electricity and plumbing hidden beneath. The main idea is to have the vertical beams slightly tilted. You'd only need to cut the horizontal beams of this frame in an angle on a miter saw, in each end. Both the vertical beams would be fastened to the edges of the panel besides... you get the idea, when every panel adds up to a general angle, you're creating some sort of a "circular" shape. I've been crunching the numbers and a 7.5° tilt on both sides gives you a 15° turn per panel, which in turn ends up in 6 panels for a square 90° turn. This leads to a 429.78 cm (~14.1 ft) total length per turn... doubling it gives us around 8.6 m (~28.2 ft) diameter. Of course, this is all theory. In practice, a ton of stuff could end up showing how I miscalculated things... but it's still a nice idea to jump into, isn't it? I'm still trying to figure out how the roof could be put up. It certainly would suit more of a permanent residence use rather than a nomad one... so perhaps a metal roof with proper insulation would end up being needed. But again, this defies the yurt's nomadic nature. Yet it also puts in jeopardy how rectangles or triangles rule most of everyday architecture. Will give it a try once I'm able to!

[@b_ks]

Has anyone heard of R. Buckminster Fuller's 'Dome Chilling Effect'?

[@jazherahmacmornna8670]

Will definitely consider your yurts if they can be made with windows

[@globetruc]

Thank you :-) Although it is not traditional, we do now offer windows as an option

[@pepaescaramujo5840]

Que asco ni palabra en español que indigno

[@charleswidmore5458]

just a heads up, your website appears to be locked down for some reason.

[@richardlefrancois1939]

tes bonne explication MERCI MERCI MERCI!!!!!!

[@1965simonfellows]

..i wont bore you with details but this gentleman is a very decent, good human being.

[@globetruc]

that it so very nice Simon! Hoping tou are happily yurting!

[@1965simonfellows]

@@globetruc Sadly not.Im 5500 miles away from mine, and the felt you kindly brought. But one day i hope to be in the round again

[@kellydaonedook1505]

Omg sooo cool 🤗🤗 Love the information - "not just a video on how it's built" You seem like an awesome, down to earth guy. Easy to understand when listening to the actual fundamentals, processes and nitty grits of living a yurt life. Sooo cool !!! Thanks👍👏😊

[@alexandermonroe5046]

My plan is to eventually buy some desert land and put down a yurt I live in Missouri and it can be very humid and rains alot here, it won't be for a while I'm sure but I appreciate you having videos about owing and maintenance.

[@bagoston325]

Hey! What would you say, how should I anchor my yurt if I'm making one myself, and I need it to be portable, sort of like a big tent? I thought of making wooden spikes, and tieing the walls of the yurt to those, so it doesn't get accidentally flipped or anything by large winds, even though the structure itself is pretty big. Or does it even need tie-downs? Is it big and heavy enough so wind can't do anything with it?

[@Groovyyurts]

authentic yurts or gers are traditionally not anchored not to arm the earth. Their compact shapes are aerodynamic. In most cases, the wind and a central anchoring rope hanging from the toono (dome) is sufficient. You can also add a ring of rope around the toono and have ropes radiating from it down to the side of your yurt anchor them this way

[@bobbymacnear193]

Do y'all fix the yurts up like a home for the customers with everything that way the customer just got to just walk in and live in that's what I'm looking 4

[@Groovyyurts]

we only sell the yurts, plaforms and some furniture and can assist you set-up.

[@fruzsinanemeth]

Hi! In winter how long does the yurt keep the warmth if the fire goes out during night , or daytime. I'm thinking as in nighttime -10-15 °C.

[@Groovyyurts]

it will depend on many factors. If there's wind or not, yurt size, double insulation, the type of stove (if it keeps some of the heat after the fire goes out). -10-15 °C is not very cold at the Groovy farm here in Ontario if the fire goes out late evening, it stays warm enough (under covers) to only restart the fire in the morning (5-wall, 20' yurt with double felts).

[@QasqaZhol]

These are the kazakh style yurts because ornaments are of the kazakh culture

[@centralasia186]

in the Kazakh yurt there are no pillars in the center and the yurt is higher

[@lbchristine]

I'm buying the 12ft one from a friend in a couple weeks! I can't wait to put it up in the backyard this winter as my sauna, my pow wow creative work space as well as a ceremony space with friends! Then in the summer bring it to my cottage for the same and extra sleeping space for friends. I think I might even sleep in it this winter cause you recommend to use it LOTS! :) no problemo! ALSO in the winter and using it for a sauna, do you have recommendations? Merci Enormement!

[@globetruc]

So sorry for the late reply - somehow we missed your comment. Yes a 3-wall (12') will be great for moving around. As per a sauna use, it will be crucial to have ventilation and moderate the humidity. Do not hesitate to call us on 1 888 476 6899 or an email to [e-mail] for details. We should answer faster than this :-) happy yurting!

[@Chimonger1]

Beautiful yurts!!

[@kerricorser4562]

I have a question, have you ever heard of using bamboo for the uni? Would the bamboo sag over time? I watch your videos alot...lol. this is a great thing, we all need these Groovy yurts.

[@globetruc]

Hi Kerri, we have never considered bamboo as it is not native to Mongolia where pour yurts are made, but I know some Chinese yurt makers do use it. I'm sure it would be a light and durable alternative if you are making your own.

[@kerricorser4562]

@@globetruc groovy! However, I'm hoping to get one from you in the future. I used to live in Hawaii. Was thinking how I would build tropically if I returned there. First I want to experience the high Desert of New Mexico and I bet that would be a good fit for your Groovy Yurts. Maybe I'll do a small 2 wall bamboo experiment bathhouse!

[@globetruc]

The NM high desert is certainely a great fit... plus we love going in this area! Happy trails@@kerricorser4562 and we'd love to be part of yurt future :-)

[@kerricorser4562]

@@globetruc yes! You will be.

[@shellymasha]

Would so love one

[@blakeemerson7576]

Considering a 12 ft Yurt for installation in the San Jaun Islands in Washington State, is the recent social climate change effecting your delivery? I'm grateful for your contributions to the earth!

[@globetruc]

Hi Blake, Thanks a lot for your nice words! For now no changes in our deliveries. The next delivery tour to the West coast is planned for the Spring, but we can always ship to Seattle or possibly directly to the Islands. Sharon would be the best to talk to [e-mail] or 1 888 476 6899. All the best!

[@charleswidmore5458]

It is basically a teepee with more room. I could see myself living in a yurt but a 30, 708sq ft ,minimum. A few videos of 40, 1258 sq ft, foot units are around but what is the max size it can be and still be a yurt? So cool that you guys decided to bring some old world Mongolian tech over for us over here, almost groovy!

[@Groovyyurts]

The size does not really define the yurt. However it is definitely more efficient in their traditional diameters, up to 22'

[@carter316]

How long will 1 of these last to live in???

[@Groovyyurts]

living in it full time is the best scenario. A few dozen years if properly taken care of. The canvas and ropes will have to be changed more often - between 3 and 10 years. Longevity will depend on climate and where / who uses the ger

[@pepaescaramujo5840]

Parece que no tiene bentanas, me gustan con mucha luz y sol

[@Groovyyurts]

it is possible to add windows and lots of light is coming from the dome

[@hectorcardenas9817]

Where can I buy one?

[@Groovyyurts]

GroovyYurts.com! :-)

[@AlexPerez-jh2be]

can i use a small yurt for camping instead of a traditional tent for a week at a time

[@globetruc]

Yes for a week it can make sense. A yurt will take more space and weight than a tent of equivalent size though. We had designed a simplified camping yurt, but discontinued due to lack of interest.

[@TraceyJones-tw1kk]

Do you have the yurt with the latics all around the square

[@Groovyyurts]

Hi Tracey, not 100% sure I understand your question: all our yurts are round :-)

[@TraceyJones-tw1kk]

@@Groovyyurts hi do they have to have the diamond 🔹 shape square all around I the tent or can you use a different design and thanks