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1. 120 vs 240

Both 120 volt and 240 volt lights operate with the same output and use the same amount of electricity. A 600 watt light uses the same amount of current in 120 volt as in a 240 volt light. The standard outlets you see in your house is 120 volt....

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2. Coverage/Energy Calculator

First, figure out what square footage you'll be working with. Don't just figure for the whole room – figure out what the plant area is that you need to cover. Multiply length x width to get square footage. You'll need at least 30 watts per...

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3. Light Requirements for the Major Stages of Plant Growth

Different light levels are required for the different stages of plant growth. A general rule of thumb has it so that 1/4-1/3 of the wattage you are using for the Bloom Stage is necessary for use in the Vegetative Stage of Plant Growth. An...

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4. which grow light is right for me?

This is an age-old question that we feel needs some special attention. Of course no one can fully answer how many lights is right for any one grower. But, what we can offer is some useful information that will help you come to a descision that...

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5. Air Cooling

One of the biggest indoor gardening challenges is the heat from HID lighting. This heat may be quickly and efficiently removed by air cooling the lamp reflectors. Plants can handle temperature degrees upwards of 90 degrees Fahrenheit when in a...

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6. Light Movers

There are many benefits to using a light mover. First, it can provide the most optimal lighting possible by combining the spectrum of metal halide and high pressure sodium lamps. Second, a mover spreads light around so that fewer lights are...

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7. Reflectors

Vertical reflectors hang the bulb vertically. This orientation causes the light to shine downward and outward in a circular pattern. They are available in either cone or parabolic shapes, both which offer very even dispersion of light. Plants...

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8. Maximizing Light Potential

Flat white walls are the easiest and cheapest way to reflect light back onto plants. A quick coat of paint can make a big difference to your crop. If you'd like to protect the walls of your room and provide even better light reflection, you...

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9. Working with Indoor Grow Lights

Different types of plants require different amounts of light. Lettuce and herbs will need far less light than peppers or tomatoes which must flower to produce their fruit. Some plants grow in the winter and flower in the summer. Most plants grow...

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10. Compact Flourescents

Along with T5 lights, Compact Fluorescents are great at providing a good light with very little heat. They are also affordable when compared to HID lights providing the same amount of light. What makes Compact Fluorescents great for some...

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