Reflection is a must?

General Kush

Active Member

• Feb 18, 2009

• #1

Hey today i made my own grow area out of cardboard, and i know cardboard isnt the best and fire hazard n shit but i was wondering if i absolutely need to paint it and/or put mylar in...i will be using 2 40w cfl and i know reflection would help alot but do i need it?.... Even with these bulbs?
Ps- i plan to keep my plant small so thats why im using only 2 40 watts for 1 plant.

 

herbose

Well-Known Member

• Feb 18, 2009

• #2

Reflection is always better than no reflection. 2 40w cfl's is not a lot of light for even one small plant. Use relflection.

 

General Kush

Active Member

• Feb 18, 2009

• #3

How much does mylar go for and do you know if they sell it at walmart?

 

herbose

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• Feb 18, 2009

• #4

I don't know about mylar at Walmart. I use white paint. Almost as good and easier to apply. You can find mylar on line at hydro stores.

 

General Kush

Active Member

• Feb 18, 2009

• #5

what about white paint then lol, price and store?dont need alot

 

General Kush

Active Member

• Feb 18, 2009

• #6

Oo what about white paint thinner?

 

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Pirate420

Active Member

• Feb 18, 2009

• #7

just buy mylar on amazon. I got mine for 2 dollars plus 2 for shipping. cheaper than paint.

 

paddy510

Well-Known Member

• Feb 18, 2009

• #8

should only be a couple dollars for a can of flat white spray paint.

 

GoldenGanja13

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• Feb 18, 2009

• #9

Glossy not flat.

 

General Kush

Active Member

• Feb 19, 2009

• #10

Okay sweet ty for the posts im gonna go out and buy acouple cans!

 

BongJuice

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• Feb 19, 2009

• #11

Cardboard is probably the worst thing you can grow in.
Cardboard absorbs moisture. Which will attract mold and fungus.

 

lpoolfc08

Well-Known Member

• Feb 19, 2009

• #12

Hi mate i had always used white masonary paint, but for my latest grow i have used mylar as a reflector in my grow room and i think it has made a difference.
As for price it is less than £1 for a square metre.

 

Krayven Sumhead

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• Feb 19, 2009

• #13

How about wrapping the cardboard with tin foil??

 

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angleye

Active Member

• Feb 19, 2009

• #14

GoldenGanja13 said:

Glossy not flat.

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I'm sure its flat not glossy, and as previously stated cardboard will absorb moisture and grow fungus give your grow a better chance and start with a decent set up to avoid future problems. Tin foil is horrible at reflecting light, Do not use!!