Bubble Dome FAQs

What is the Bubble Dome’s snow load capacity?
The Bubble Dome can bear up to a max. 90 lbs of snow. If the snow on the dome reaches 6”, you should remove it with a broom or similar tool in order to prev...
Tue, 12 Jan, 2021 at 5:15 PM
What is the UV and/or heat resistance of the Bubble Dome?
The Bubble dome’s frame is stable between temperatures ranging from -4°F to +140°F and withstands exposure to sunlight of up to UV index 7. In the winter, i...
Tue, 12 Jan, 2021 at 5:16 PM
How can I store the Bubble Dome cover at the end of the season?
First clean the cover from both inside and outside with a microfiber cloth. Then fold it properly from inside out. Put it in its box and store it at room te...
Tue, 12 Jan, 2021 at 5:16 PM
Does the dome get hot in the summer?
Just like a parked car with the windows up, the temperature in the Bubble Dome will always be many degrees hotter than the external temperature; therefore i...
Tue, 12 Jan, 2021 at 5:17 PM
Does the Bubble Dome stay warm in the winter?
In the winter, if you close the windows and door, the dome will heat up several degrees, especially when it is very cold but the sun is out.
Tue, 12 Jan, 2021 at 5:18 PM
Do I need a solid base or foundations?
The Bubble Dome can be installed both on soft and hard surfaces. On hard surfaces, like concrete, a wood deck, etc., use metal clamps with suitable screws t...
Tue, 12 Jan, 2021 at 5:22 PM
What type of anchoring system does the Bubble Dome have?
The kit does not include any clamps or stakes or sandbags. You need to supply your own appropriate method of securing the Bubble Dome to the ground for what...
Tue, 12 Jan, 2021 at 5:23 PM
How many people can fit inside? How many chairs can fit along the inside perimeter?
Depending on the size of the chairs, you can comfortably fit 8-10 people around a circular table in the center.
Tue, 12 Jan, 2021 at 5:23 PM
Can you sleep inside the Bubble Dome? (Is it waterproof and is there enough airflow?)
Yes and Yes. Kids love to sleep in them. Setup is more involved than pitching a tent, though. And there’s no floor built into the dome. 
Tue, 12 Jan, 2021 at 5:24 PM
Can the dome be vented when the door is zipped?
The current version has two window/air vents, and one hole/vent in the top (the ‘oculus’)
Tue, 12 Jan, 2021 at 5:37 PM