Grow set up options - need help

silv3rbull3t

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Allright guys this is my question. Which area do you think would be more conductive to growing. The set up is 4 45 wat cfl's and a small fan. What i have to work with is either putting the plants in the bathtub which also has a sunroof (which i would think would add to the lighting for the pants a little) or a 3.5 x 3.5 closet with the same lighting, lined with aluminum foil. My question is which area would be likely to be better for lighting?
 

MightyBuddha

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Either location would work but you will need to coordinate the time of day if you grow in bathtub so light leaks don't occur. In flower I have the lights on 11am-11pm so early AM light would be an issue.
 

mogie

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Aluminum Foil:
Aluminum foil is no more than 55% reflective - if used, make sure that the dull side is the one that is used to reflect the light. When it becomes creased its reflectivity is even lower (around 35%.) It is also very dangerous to use because it creates hotspots easily, is electrically conductive, and is a fire hazard when it is in close contact with HID lighting. Attaching this to walls is a pain and usually using aluminum tape or glue is the best way. This should only be used as a last resort, and even then its usefulness is questionable.
 

mogie

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I've discovered the cheapest Mylar around-- only 2 bucks$! You save 18 bucks$ a roll! It?s a Christmas present wrapping Mylar called Polywrap



- Waterproof
- 50 square ft. a roll
- 1 mil (@ .001 inch) thick X 3 1/2 ft. wide X 20ft long.

Note: Only buy the very Bright and shiny Mylar-type wrapping!

This stuff works this is what I am using in my grow rooms. Go to your dollar store. Get the stuff that is water proof. It works great! __________________
 

silv3rbull3t

Well-Known Member
I've discovered the cheapest Mylar around-- only 2 bucks$! You save 18 bucks$ a roll! It?s a Christmas present wrapping Mylar called Polywrap



- Waterproof
- 50 square ft. a roll
- 1 mil (@ .001 inch) thick X 3 1/2 ft. wide X 20ft long.

Note: Only buy the very Bright and shiny Mylar-type wrapping!

This stuff works this is what I am using in my grow rooms. Go to your dollar store. Get the stuff that is water proof. It works great! __________________
Mogie thanks for your suggestions, but what about the location options? lol
 
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