At Jaia we produce portable kitset yurts (also known as gers) in various sizes. Jaia yurts are suitable for a variety of uses and are built to withstand the wide range of New Zealand climatic conditions.
Fundamentally our yurt design closely resembles the traditional designs employed by indigenous peoples ranging from Turkey to Siberia and most commonly associated with Mongolia, where most of the population still live in yurts. The designs vary subtly from region to region: straight or curved wall and/or roof profiles, solid wood, carved or steam bent rings, central supporting post or not...
We have spent several years researching and developing our design, and have settled on one which encompasses all the traditional beauty and practicality, and which we believe is well suited to NZ conditions. We have simplified our design to make it quick and easy to assemble/pack down ... we can now erect one in 1/2 an hour. Modern marine fittings are used to minimise the usual straps, cords and ties, resulting in a perfectly fitting, neat and very easy to assemble product. A clear photographic instruction manual is supplied with every yurt.
The yurt frames are beautifully crafted from Cedar, and are very light ~ any component can be easily carried by a single person. Cedar has excellent stability and durability, and smells wonderful. A complete Yurt can easily be transported on a car roof rack, a trailer or long van.
We use top quality 100% waterproof poly-cotton canvas for the cover. Cotton based canvas has the ability to 'breath', eliminating condensation whilst remaining waterproof in the wettest of conditions. It has a natural feel, sound and smell. Other manufacturers have chosen to cover their yurts with PVC, which although very durable, lacks many of these properties.
All the components are
available separately and can easily be replaced in the event of loss or damage.
Components and descriptions
Basic Yurt
This consists of a complete frame and basic outer cover. It has all the essential components but no optional extras such as windows, ground sheet or insulation etc.
Windows
Opening and non-opening windows are available in the size and position of your choice. Click here for details.
Flooring
We can provide a fitting, fully waterproof PVC groundsheet. We do not provide solid wooden flooring for our yurts, but are happy to provide specifications for a builder/handyman to work with if you wish to pitch your yurt on a raised floor.
Flue (chimney) outlets
These
can be fitted to suit a variety of enclosed fireplaces. They are normally fitted near the wall at the position of your choice but can also be in the centre of the yurt.
Insulation
It is possible to add a layer of insulation between the frame and the outer cover for cold climates.
We supply roof and wall insulation kits which comprise of a fitting insulation blanket (made from dacron) and a light weight fully treated inner liner. Canvas colours
A range of colours are available. It is possible to choose different colours for the roof and wall covers and the windows can also have a contrasting border.
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