Lighting

[jbgreasycod]

hey guys, i have a walk in robe 5ft by 6ft and was wondering what would be better lighting for flowering... one 600 watt hps OR 2 430 watt hps ?

 

[Cavalry]

I think 2 400 watt hps would do nicely, if you can handle the heat. Bulbs are much cheaper for 400w compared to 430w bulbs. You might just want to try one light first.

 

[jbgreasycod]

ok cool thanks, i was hoping to start with one 400w and as i get a bit more experienced possibly move to two 400w or two 430w.

if i were to use one 400w for now would you recommend closing in the space to say 4ft by 4ft to get the most out of the light? or would the difference be minimal?
thanks

 

[brimck325]

if u start with 1 , i would go wit 600....peace

 

[Cavalry]

ok cool thanks, i was hoping to start with one 400w and as i get a bit more experienced possibly move to two 400w or two 430w.

if i were to use one 400w for now would you recommend closing in the space to say 4ft by 4ft to get the most out of the light? or would the difference be minimal?
thanks

Get some ventilation in there, a lot of venting if you go 600w, and paint the inside with flat white paint or flat white primer. I use the outside edge of my garden for new plants into the room, so they can harden off to the light.