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Installing lawn irrigation: Valve box, Hunter solenoid valves and Rain Bird water distribution in detail
Efficient lawn irrigation starts with a well-planned valve box, which forms the heart of the entire garden irrigation system. In this article, I will show you how I set up my valve box, selected the right components and optimized the water distribution. This involves installing the manifold, connecting the Hunter solenoid valves and laying the pipes safely. I also explain why I rely on a modular design so that the system can be flexibly expanded at any time. All the details on material selection, pressure resistance and optimum connection technology can be found here.
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Planning automatic garden irrigation: step-by-step instructions for efficient lawn irrigation
Well-designed garden irrigation is the key to a lush green lawn and optimally nourished plants. In this article, I show you how I planned my lawn irrigation with the DVS irrigation tool. I explain the most important planning steps, explain how to choose the right sprinklers and show you how to calculate the optimum water volume and pressure. In addition to planning, I also discuss typical mistakes that should be avoided. If you want to design your lawn irrigation efficiently, you will find all the important information here – including a detailed planning video.