True i just put in four 13 watt bulbs(2 cool and 2 warm) for now i will invest in some more later on. I am thinking about getting a 600watt hps for next grow. Think its a good idea?
Hey brother....a 600 would be awsome. IMO, just from research (no experience yet...will be upgrading next grow) it is the most efficient light for growing in a 4x4 area or larger. But I have this advice for you....if you do it...do it right. You will need to invest some money to do it correctly.
Here are a couple of links to get you started on your research.
This first site is for
High Tech Garden Supply. Great, affordable prices on light kits. Digital is the way to go if you can afford it (Much more efficient). They also have great deals on fans and ventilation too. I have used them for the last couple of years and they are great and fast shipping!
When you buy your light consider this.....light footprint. If you buy a reflector that is longer and wider, you will get a much more ever light footprint. The smaller the reflector, the smaller more intense the footprint is. I am finding this out in my current grow. I have the Euro air cooled reflector from HTG and it Measures: 19" long x 11.5" wide x 7" deep. Not bad but it requires supplemental lighting with CFL's.
But if I had this.....
Great White® 6" Air-Cooled Reflector - . (I will be upgrading to this reflector for all future grows.) It measures 32” long x 26” wide x 7¾” tall. Now you can see how much better this will be for your space and your plants. This will give you a nice even large footprint.
After this...you will need to look into ventilation....for the grow area and your light as well.
And if money is an issue...drop down to a 400watt (very nice..I use it as well) stay with the Great White air cooled reflector and start working on ventilation. Let me know when you need more info. Hope this helps your start.