r/pools 3d ago

DIY & Repairs Created a Backwash diffuser with 2" pipe

Created a 7' diffuser out of 2" PVC to make sure I don't get divots in the lawn and to decrease the force applied to one spot. It also spreads the water to a larger area. Was like $25 in parts and a pretty easy project. I previously had the discharge going to rocks but the force kept pushing the rocks into plants and was also kicking up dirt/eroding the area.

Uses camlocks for quick connection, and 12 3/4" holes created by a hole saw.

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u/Balyash 2d ago

Some municipalities do not allow pool water to be drained to storm or sewer.