What kind of foundation does a yurt require?
In Central Asia gers are set up on the grassy plains, and rugs and felted mats are placed on top of the grass. In the winter pallets or shallow wood decking may be used to create a floor, and felted mats or rugs are layered on the flooring for insulation and warmth. Central Asia is very dry, and what little precipitation does occur is usually in the form of snow so there is little danger of water leaking or flooding inside the ger. In North America and Europe, with areas of greater precipitation, yurts are typically erected on a platform. The circular platform is built to the size of the yurt, as the yurt’s outer covering will be attached to the platform itself or under the platform. Most yurt companies will send plans for a deck in advance of your purchase, so that you can build the platform before the yurt arrives. A sample platform design is included in the Appendix section of YURTS: Living in the Round; however it is important to follow the design that your yurt company uses as eac
