On Sep 29, 2:00 pm, Vinay Gupta <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> (note: reply all includes mailing lists, be aware.)
>
> Actually OSB , but it's a very similar material.
> between improvised hexayurts, which are largely built in place, and
> the deploy-and-redeploy fast-up fast-down folding models which need
> some factory details.
>
> Vinay
>
> Hexayurt building went well - a 7/16″ Oriented Strand Board (OSB)
> structure with 4 inch wide, 32 gage galvanized flashing as the
> 'tape' to hold it together. Being familiar with standard
> construction methods, I had my doubts concerning the structural
> integrity of a tension srtucture. I have been converted after this
> project.
>
> The opposing walls gave strength to each other and to the roof. Once
> all panels were in place they could support people walking on top.
> Using minimal resources we were able to construct a space of 166 sq
> feet in two full days - at a cost of $132 for panels and flashing-
> not considering paint, tar, screws, nails, and 2×4s used in the walls.
Very cool. I was thinking about using this concept in Eastern
Washington - but we have some healthy snow loads there. Do you think
this could take such things? I'd be going with 8' wide (4 x 8) type
dimensions. Can you also elaborate a little bit more about the 2 x
4's in the walls?
Thanks,
Caroline
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