VHO vs. Standard Fluorescent

Mid posted.

"IDzine01" wrote in message
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Thanks all!
I'm thinking that 175 w metal halide (AKA The Sun) may be a bit much in
the living room of my rented apartment. ;-)

You wouldn't believe what some hydroponics experts use! ;-) I have heard
tales of them using 1000+ watter metal halides for their hydroponics works!
If you think 175 watts is the sun wait until you see some of those 1000+
watters! Man - think of the energy consumption! Only money blocks the use of
such raw power of light! 175 watts is reasonable in comparison! Good luck -
and yeah - compact fluorescent is still a good way to go.... Good luck all
and later!


I think I will look more
into Mr..Gardener's recommendation of a piece of glass and a compact
fluorescent strip light. That seems easy and effective. Bill's link
seems like a particularly good off the shelf fit too and I like the
style it comes in.

You guys really came up with many more ideas then I could have hoped
for. Thanks so much.