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An orchard is typically the best reuse choice for greywater; a small fruit tree can easily uptake fifteen plus gallons per day. Even a small system can easily dispose and/or reuse well over 200 gallons of greywater per day. This first drawing below illustrates a conventional septic system type leach field (pipe-in gravel buried one foot minimum), which is often specified as code by local building departments. Root infiltration is always a problem with conventionally buried pipe-in-gravel systems, though. The filter fabric specified here certainly helps avoid such root infiltration problems, but nature has a way of getting around even the best geotextile fabrics eventually clogging pipe and decreasing percolation dramatically. Depending upon local codes, you may be limited to this type of system, but it is not the best in terms of function. The second drawing outlines a more effective shallow burial of perforated pipe (under a mulch layer) to avoid root infiltration. As always, check with local building and health department officials before installing any greywater system. When you place an order for a system with us, we will work with you to design and install the most functional greywater recycling system possible, given local regulations and limitations.
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The following type of "leach field" (greywater planterbed) is much more effective for graywater irrigation. By laying the perforated pipe atop the tilled "scarified" soil, you avoid any problems with root infiltration. A thick layer of mulch ensures that the pipes are not affected by sunlight and prevents freeze problems in the winter. In extreme climates, increase the amount of mulch in winter months, but running water is seldom ever a freeze problem in a graywater system. Below the leach field cutaway detail is an example of a larger layout utilizing a standard seven hole distribution box. Something of this size can easily reuse/dispose of much more graywater than the average home would ever create.
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We'll soon be adding a more specific sketch illustrating a basic greywater reuse leach field (or planterbed) using the fittings we provide. A good start on a larger system or plenty enough parts for a standard residential graywater reuse leach field. Atrium grates in tee fittings promote venting, which is the key to healthy soil and plant roots. Longer sweep 90's in the kit allow for better flow around sharp corners. Caps allow you to stop venting in exceptionally cold climates when winter tree root health dictates. Leach field kit includes: 6 atrium style vent grates, 6 tees, 4 sweep 90's, 6 caps, and a couple extra couplers (all 4 inch diameter PVC).
Here’s the same style of greywater leach field built as a planterbed atop the existing ground on a sloped lot. This makes for a unique focal point in any yard. As a matter of personal safety, do not use pressure treated lumber around food crops and fruit trees. Be sure to scarify the existing soil under your planterbed well, tilling or turning the soil with machinery to ensure good percolation.
Sloped lots are always a challenge since the perforated pipe must be installed perfectly level to ensure even distribution of the greywater. As the drawing below illustrates, you can use 45 degree fittings to drop the elevation of your perforated pipe in stages. This is a very simple and effective way to alleviate any problems with a sloping lot. This particular design features drywell kits at the end of each lateral (perforated pipe line) to catch overflow in cases of extreme usage over and above average day-to-day greywater production.
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Create An Oasis with Greywater
The revised and 145 page greatly expanded fifth edition of Art Ludwig's heavily illustrated book outlines numerous basic greywater recycling systems and serves as an excellent primer for anyone interested in building their own "septic" system.
Discussions include greywater filtration, pumps, leach fields, plant selection, soils, and basic plumbing.
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