Yurt Care/Maintenance
If the yurt is well cared for and looked after it can last a lifetime.
FAQ's:
Q. - Where do I site my yurt?
A. - The ideal place to site your yurt if on level ground with lots of air movement. Avoid placing under trees because the acidity from the leaves deteriotates the canvas and seriously reduces the life of the canvas. Please get in contact to talk about placing your yurt.
A. - The ideal place to site your yurt if on level ground with lots of air movement. Avoid placing under trees because the acidity from the leaves deteriotates the canvas and seriously reduces the life of the canvas. Please get in contact to talk about placing your yurt.
Q. – There is a black spot mould growing on the canvas
A. – This is called Mildew, There are over 300 different strains of mildew, The canvas we use is the Fire Rot and Water treated, The rot treatment is a mould inhibitor, and will protect the canvas as best possible, However if a canvas is up and aired really well with a constant heat source then the mildew will struggle to get a hold, It will in my experience grow well in damp, dusty environments, I suggest taking the yurt down over winter if you can, use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust and keep well aired and as dry as possible,you should always put a yurt on a raised floor if its going in one place for any length of time.
Below we have a cleaning and reproofing process tested by our clients
A. – This is called Mildew, There are over 300 different strains of mildew, The canvas we use is the Fire Rot and Water treated, The rot treatment is a mould inhibitor, and will protect the canvas as best possible, However if a canvas is up and aired really well with a constant heat source then the mildew will struggle to get a hold, It will in my experience grow well in damp, dusty environments, I suggest taking the yurt down over winter if you can, use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust and keep well aired and as dry as possible,you should always put a yurt on a raised floor if its going in one place for any length of time.
Below we have a cleaning and reproofing process tested by our clients
Q. – How do I reproof my canvas?
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- Initial Cleaning:
- Spray the entire canvas with Wet and Forget solution to remove mould.
- Allow the solution to sit for a few weeks, letting the rain aid in washing out the mould.
- Repeat Treatment:
- After a couple of weeks, reapply the Wet and Forget solution if necessary.
- Deep Cleaning:
- If mold persists, mix Fabasil Tent and Gear Cleaner with water.
- Use a soft sponge to clean the canvas thoroughly.
- Reproofing:
- As the Fabasil cleaner removes waterproofing, reproof the canvas with Ultramar Protector.
- Annual Maintenance:
- Regularly clean and reprotect the canvas every year to prevent mold issues.
- Ensure the yurt is well-aerated or use a dehumidifier inside to maintain dryness.
- Professional Cleaning Option:
- Alternatively, consider removing the canvas and having it professionally cleaned and reproofed by experts.
Q. – If I use detergent to clean the canvas
A. – I've resorted to using detergents and the patio cleaner attachment of a pressure washer to clean canvas in extreme cases. However, I strongly advise against this approach. If you do use it, remove the detergent as soon as possible and be ready to reproof the canvas if necessary.
A. – I've resorted to using detergents and the patio cleaner attachment of a pressure washer to clean canvas in extreme cases. However, I strongly advise against this approach. If you do use it, remove the detergent as soon as possible and be ready to reproof the canvas if necessary.
Q. – What to do about the green that appears on the outside of the canvas,
A. – This is an Algae which grow / forms on any surface that is in shade, it will come of when scrubbed. the canvas should look good afterwards, ( white may show stains more than the colours. )
A. – This is an Algae which grow / forms on any surface that is in shade, it will come of when scrubbed. the canvas should look good afterwards, ( white may show stains more than the colours. )
Q. - Putting your yurt away damp/wet?
A. - Don't do it! Always store canvas dry, in secure container and away from rodents. If you have put away damp or wet then you will have to lay it out in dry, warm area to dry before storing it.
A. - Don't do it! Always store canvas dry, in secure container and away from rodents. If you have put away damp or wet then you will have to lay it out in dry, warm area to dry before storing it.
Q. - Broken or mis-shaped roof poles/trellis pole?
A. - All componants of a yurt are replaceable. Roof poles can be re-steemed and reshaped if they straighten out, as can trellis poles. Please contact for further information.
A. - All componants of a yurt are replaceable. Roof poles can be re-steemed and reshaped if they straighten out, as can trellis poles. Please contact for further information.
Q. - The door is showing signs of weathering?
A. - Use wire wool remove marks, and then sand down and re-treated with a wood treatment.
A. - Use wire wool remove marks, and then sand down and re-treated with a wood treatment.
Q. – Does the wood in the yurt need any special care?
A. – The wood will love being rubbed down with wire wool and covered in oil, I use a decking oil with a mix of boiled linseed. The frame should last you a life time if kept dry and oiled.
A. – The wood will love being rubbed down with wire wool and covered in oil, I use a decking oil with a mix of boiled linseed. The frame should last you a life time if kept dry and oiled.
If you have a question that has not been answered above then please don't hesitate to contact us.