personally, i like the fluoros because the plants are nicer to look at. their natural color comes out under fluoros, and i'm not a huge fan of that orange glow under the HPS but for sure i'd use the HID light if i had it.
my buddy's got 16 four foot fluoros standing vertically around his two plants with a 400w up above. not to mention the mylar.
that shit is awesome. it takes at least ten minutes for my eyes to adjust back to normal after being in his room.
speaking of grow rooms, regardless of the type of lighting used the grow room is OFFICIALLY the happiest place on earth. every time i'm around any mj plants i'm so happy, calm, and in touch with the world. my indoor garden is my escape from reality. it truly is amazing.
i hope that you guys can relate....