fluorescent tube, help wanted. (2x18w)

[Neung]

Hello!

I found two new 'Narva LT 18W/530-030 fluorescent tubes (Warmwhite)' tucked away in the garage.
I wonder if I can grow seedlings (any kind) under these?
Or is it the wrong kind of light? I'm thinking about mounting it in a little cabinet.

 

[Nothingreallymatters]

Sure.. For a few weeks.. But you're gonna need alot more light

 

[Neung]

Sure.. For a few weeks.. But you're gonna need alot more light

Alright. Thanks!
I just want something to start them with so I wont have to use the 250W HPS as much.

 

[Nothingreallymatters]

Well if you want you could use that too.. Make sure the light is 18" away from the plants. And you can use the tubes for like.. Side light or somethin

 

[Neung]

Ok.
Well the goal is to use as little wattage in the grow room as possible.
Im gonna add a 150w HPS to go with the 250w HPS, that along with ventilation will be slightly under 500W all together. (Grow-room is not finished yet)
All 4 walls will be isolated with a reflective material with ISO 3795. Everything, even the pots will be white so no light is lost.



Might add that the room is only 240x130cm "big"

 

[Nothingreallymatters]

Sounds dope haha