by Russel Phillips | May 23, 2017 | Eco Living Specs and FAQs, Event Domes FAQs, Geodesic Dome FAQs, Installation
What extra tools are helpful when building my dome? The following tools are helpful to have, but are not required in order to build your dome: Bag for hardware (shipment does not include bag for bolts) Hammer Wood saw Hack saw (in case a nut or bolt strips) Cat...
by Russel Phillips | May 23, 2017 | Eco Living Specs and FAQs, Event Domes FAQs, Geodesic Dome FAQs, Installation
What basic hand tools will I need to install my dome? Installing your dome requires a few basic hand tools. If DGI is hired to build your dome for you, they will bring the required tools for the installation. If you are building it yourself or hiring your own crew to...
by Russel Phillips | May 23, 2017 | Eco Living Specs and FAQs, Event Domes FAQs, Geodesic Dome FAQs, Installation
What lift equipment will I need to install my dome? Choosing the lift method that is appropriate, most safe and most effective is crucial. There are a variety of equipment options for each size dome installation. What you will need to evaluate is location...
by Russel Phillips | May 23, 2017 | Build Surface, Flooring and Anchoring, Eco Living Specs and FAQs, Event Domes FAQs, Geodesic Dome FAQs
What are my build surface options for ECO LIVING domes? Aside from our Supa-TracTM flooring, your dome build surface can also range from an elevated wooden deck, a solid concrete foundation, or an earthen floor. As part of your pre-planning you will need to determine...
by Russel Phillips | May 23, 2017 | Build Surface, Flooring and Anchoring, Eco Living Specs and FAQs, Event Domes FAQs, Geodesic Dome FAQs
What types of anchoring are available? There are a variety of methods to anchor your dome, depending on the build surface you will be anchoring to, what the weather requirements are and the type of dome use. Methods of anchoring include: Anchor Plates Anchor Stakes...
by Russel Phillips | May 23, 2017 | Eco Living Specs and FAQs, Event Domes FAQs, Geodesic Dome FAQs, Weatherproofing and Temperature Control
How can I heat my new dome? Heat Once the dome is adequately fabricated for your weather zone, you can maintain internal temperatures using traditional methods, such as a radiant heat concrete slab, propane monitor heater, electric/gas heat pump, or wood stove. Air...
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