Yurt experiences in cold climates

[w@lnut guy]

Not sure if this will qualify for tiny homes but I just want to ask... I'm really drawn to the idea of living in a natural yurt made from traditional felt and canvas, but I am worried about how well it handles a very cold climate. Anyone tried this? I know that yurts come from places with tough winters but I want to hear directly from people who have actually lived or stayed in one somewhere like a USDA Zone 5 or colder, maybe in a place with a typical Midwestern winter.

How effective is the traditional felt insulation when the temperatures drop far below freezing and how much heat do you need to keep it comfortable?
Are there any specific condensation or moisture issues you deal with when running a heat source in a natural canvas yurt in a snowy climate?

I would really appreciate any anything on making a yurt livable when it is seriously cold outside.

 

[Alan]

Check out A Handmade Lif written by William Coperthwaite. Yurt is not very common so it'll be hard to find information.

 

[green ninja]

What you need is to combine airflow systems, thick felt walls with extra liners and vented stoves.

This will make your space livable even if the temperature drops below freezing point.

 

[Dieg$]

have you considered relying on a wood stove or propane heater? And you can also addd extra layers of insulation around the walls and roof.