Best Reflective Material?

[sirus420]

Hey all whats the best reflective material i can pick up anywhere for cheap? I cant find mylar for cheap-no i cant use ebay. And ive been told those emergency blankets are garbage. So anyone have any other suggestions?

here is a link to my grow---> https://www.rollitup.org/cfl-growing/153954-new-farmer-cfl-2-weeks.html

 

[lizzardking]

ive herd you can use the back of rapping papper if its the silver shiny kind its better tha tin foil and make sure its smooth

 

[Brick Top]

The best when it comes to cheap is flat white paint. Buy as little as you can get away with that will give you a good total coverage and a cheap disposable brush and you will have good reflection for as little cost as you can get.

 

[sirus420]

well the closet is already white, just not fresh paint so i dont think it would be worth the time to repaint it.
heres a link to my grow----->https://www.rollitup.org/cfl-growing/153954-new-farmer-cfl-2-weeks.html

 

[Resident Kush]

mylar has hot spots causing burns. bricktop is on point

 

[mygirls]

go to walmart,fredmyers any sportin goods and get some space blankets. like 3 dollars each. the work good

 

[sirus420]

what is a space blanket???i read that the emergency fire blankets suck because they have tiny holes and are translucent in the light

 

[420Blunt's]

ive posted this before but here it is -- straight out of jorge cervantes marijuana medical grow bible -- he tested it all so you dont have to
this is out of jorge cervantes "marijuana horticulture - the indoor/outdoor medical grower's bible, p. 188. it states the following--

Reflective Chart

Material Percent Reflected
Foylon 94-95%
Reflective Mylar 90-95%
Flat White Paint 85-93%
Semi-gloss White 75-80%
Flat Yellow 70-80%
Aluminum Foil 70-75%
Black Less Than 10%


and the back of shinny wrapping paper is mylar-- its just a cheaper way to get it

 

[mygirls]

what is a space blanket???i read that the emergency fire blankets suck because they have tiny holes and are translucent in the light

takea piece of black that is not and tape to that.

 

[sirus420]

takea piece of black that is not and tape to that.

i dont understand that, not proper english lol

 

[Hobbes]

Reflectix - best stuff ever.

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What is REFLECTIX INSULATION?

Reflectix® is a 5/16" thick, seven layer, reflective insulation that is available in rolls of various widths and lengths. Two outer layers of aluminum foil reflect 97% of radiant heat.

Each layer of foil is bonded to a tough layer of polyethylene for strength. Two inner layers of insulating bubble pack resist conductive heat flow while a center layer of polyethylene gives Reflectix® high reliability and strength.

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http://www.can-save.ca/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=186&Itemid=101

http://www.homedepot.ca/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CatalogSearchResultView?catalogId=10051&storeId=10051&langId=-15&cm_ven=hdca_goog&cm_cat=Search&cm_pla=D-brand&cm_ite=bid20293175-Home_Depot&=undefined&s_kwcid=home%20depot|733784117&gclid=CPzez_mh2pgCFQO5GgodGh9vcA&N=0&Ntk=level1&Ntt=reflectix&Nty=1&D=reflectix&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&s=true

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Or white paint if you've got a wall.

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[mygirls]

i don't understand that, not proper english lol

if you have a backing that light will not shine threw then take the space blanket and attach it to it. if you don't then take a piece of black plastic and use it for backing. hope this helps

 

[sirus420]

I just looked at that link and its not bad priced i guess at $25.67 canadian for a 4ft by 10ft roll. but it doesnt say anything about reflecting light. its for reflecting heat off of campers and shit that cant be insulated.

 

[Hobbes]

"Reflectix insulation is available in the US at HD and Lowes. This is bubble wrap sandwiched in mylar. It is silent, very durable, very easy to work with, provides good light diffusion, and is highly recommended. Mylar (in any of the above forms) is about 97% reflective."

https://www.gardenscure.com/420/lighting/79656-best-reflective-options.html


The stuff is fantastic, I built a 2" x 4" frame and stapled Reflectix to it. No need for walls, incredibly bright and easy stuff to work with. Tough.
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[lehua96734]

go to your nearest dollor store. auto department. the window shades that you put in your car window, get about 3 of them, rigid and good reflector. and cheap, maybe $3.00 one. been using these and my babies are doing great.

 

[tnmotown]

mylar isnt expensive. I got a whole roll for like $18. I covered a closet which is 3x6x8 and have LOTS left over. Its pretty damn reflective too!

 

[Greenisgold]

Mylar is only good if it is kept completely flat, no wrinkles at all. Mylar is also very hard to clean, once you get water on it, it's a bitch to clean. Stick with paint or panda plastic if you do not want to f up the room.

 

[tnmotown]

Mylar is only good if it is kept completely flat, no wrinkles at all. Mylar is also very hard to clean, once you get water on it, it's a bitch to clean. Stick with paint or panda plastic if you do not want to f up the room.

yeah i hear ya, it could be at times. But just roll it out and cut it and have an extra buddy hold it again the wall while you staple/pin it against the wall.

Whats panda plastic? never heard of it

 

[EKIMRI]

Flat white paint.

 

[Puffster]

looked and researched for what seemed forever.ANY ARMY/NAVY OR CAMPING GOODS STORE WILL HAVE MYLAR.its like $1.79 for 12x12.peace