Hey all, most of the pools I see here have a LOT of pool returns -- how many are optimal? The PB we are about to sign with only has 3 in our plans...
Pool is small - 450 sf, 35x16 freeform. PB spec'd one skimmer and we asked for 2 because the many crepe myrtles nearby. We also have 2 shear falls, and maybe two deck jets (PB has extras on-hand, lol, we will succumb.
My pool is 380 sqft and I have 5 drains (3 pool, 2 spa), 6 returns (4 pool, 2 spa) and 2 skimmers. I think a lot has to do with the shape as well as size (round would probably need less returns than a kidney shape for example) in determining the returns and skimmers.
The 5 drains shocked me, but I guess regulations require safety drains located at opposite ends/sides of the pool.
...only has 3 in our plans...