Why oh why did I get a 3x3?

laddyd · May 13, 2023

I like to sanitize my tent between grows. I take it outside and spray the inside down with vinegar and then wash it good with soap and water. Which means I have to disassemble my 3x3 'cause it won't fit through the frigging doorway. If it was a 2x4 it would have fit. Plus it's hard to get to the plants in back, a 2x4 gives you better access to the plants plus there are better lights available for a 2x4 configuration. But noooo, mister smarty pants figured the 3x3 cost the same but had more square footage.

tstick · May 13, 2023

I have a 3 X 3 and it's the perfect size tent for my needs. Whenever I set it up, I just wipe it all down with a rag dampened with something like 3% hydrogen peroxide or rubbing alcohol or dilute bleach.

At the time, the 3 X 3 was the best size for the light I was using (400 watt MH)....But yeah, 2 X 4 is a nice size, too.

sandman83 · May 13, 2023

you make an excellent point that I had not considered! I just wish the majority of the 2x4 tents weren't much shorter than the other alternatives.

lusidghost · May 13, 2023

That's overkill as far as cleaning. With the potential of bringing something back inside.

Hollatchaboy · May 13, 2023

I have a 2x4, 3x3, and a 4x4. I use my 2x4 for moms, 3x3 for flower, and 4x4 for drying. The 3x3 works perfect for me, as I only flower 1 at a time. No problems cleaning using bleach water.

Maybe get bigger doorways?

rkymtnman · May 13, 2023

3 is the magic #, everybody knows that...

laddyd · May 13, 2023

lusidghost said:
That's overkill as far as cleaning. With the potential of bringing something back inside.

I am a little anal about it. I had a bit of botrytis a couple of years ago so now I clean and sanitize until it sparkles after every grow.

MtRainDog · May 13, 2023

Spray bottle of mild bleach solution and just spray it, scrub it, dry it.

Hollatchaboy · May 13, 2023

Worse case scenario, clorox clean up would be sufficient.

laddyd · May 13, 2023

All my research shows that vinegar is better for mold than bleach. I will confess that I have used both[not at the same time]. In any case it sure would be nice if I could just pull the tent outside to spray it then hose it down.

Nizza · May 13, 2023

rkymtnman said:
3 is the magic #, everybody knows that...

Billy the Mountain · May 13, 2023

I've used both 3x3 and 2x4 tents, depending on available space and setup.
2x4's seem better suited for multiple plants if desired; good ol' geometry at work.
A potential issue is height; many 2x4s are only 5' tall rather than the usual 6'.
The Mars 2x4s are 6' tall

laddyd · May 13, 2023

Billy the Mountain said:
I've used both 3x3 and 2x4 tents, depending on available space and setup.
2x4's seem better suited for multiple plants if desired; good ol' geometry at work.
A potential issue is height; many 2x4s are only 5' tall rather than the usual 6'.
The Mars 2x4s are 6' tall

Yep you need 6 ft of height.

big bud man 413 · May 13, 2023

laddyd said:
All my research shows that vinegar is better for mold than bleach. I will confess that I have used both[not at the same time]. In any case it sure would be nice if I could just pull the tent outside to spray it then hose it down.

NEVER mix bleach and vinger together not saying you would just giving everyone heads up! I know someone who died that way.

hotrodharley · May 13, 2023

MtRainDog said:
Spray bottle of mild bleach solution and just spray it, scrub it, dry it.

Dry by letting it air dry. Add a drop of liquid soap to your spray bottle to help the spray not roll off.

MtRainDog · May 13, 2023

hotrodharley said:
Dry by letting it air dry. Add a drop of liquid soap to your spray bottle to help the spray not roll off.

That's a good tip, kinda like when you make a fly trap with beer and add a little dish soap.

I honestly don't spray anything. I just take cleaning/sanitizing wipes to the inside and call it a day.

farmingfisherman · May 13, 2023

laddyd said:
I like to sanitize my tent between grows. I take it outside and spray the inside down with vinegar and then wash it good with soap and water. Which means I have to disassemble my 3x3 'cause it won't fit through the frigging doorway. If it was a 2x4 it would have fit. Plus it's hard to get to the plants in back, a 2x4 gives you better access to the plants plus there are better lights available for a 2x4 configuration. But noooo, mister smarty pants figured the 3x3 cost the same but had more square footage.

Grass is always greener on the other side of the fence.

Jjgrow420 · May 13, 2023

I just have an ozone generator and run it in between grows in the tent. Dont have to move anything anywhere

Jjgrow420 · May 13, 2023

Nugnewbie · May 13, 2023

I wanted a 3x3 until I couldn't seem to find one with at least one side door. I was sold a 315cmh with a 4x4 tent, and it really doesn't flower a 4x4 properly. So, have since bought a bar style light for my 4x4, but still have the 315cmh, and would like to use it, and thought 3x3 would be great for it..., if I could find one with at least one side door.

Why oh why did I get a 3x3?

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