Mirrors????

[James666]

I've been thinking about the desing of my growing area and after looking through the threads I was woundering why ppl don't surround there growing area with mirrors......obviously this wont work if it's a big area but is there a reason why pll don't do it ion small areas such as cupboards???

 

[GMT]

Well mirrors cost far more money than mylar and I believe that they are only about 5% more reflective, so the cost/benefit doesnt really add up.

 

[FreakStreet101]

From what i understant they tend to cause major hot spots and can burn your plants.

 

[James666]

Ahhh righ....fair enough. I thought there must be a reason for it.
cheers lads.

 

[Guest]

the light has to go through the glass to the reflective material on the back and then back through the glass this takes from reflectiveness...mylar you can get $2 reflective safty blankets @academy or your local hunting store.peace magic

 

[James666]

Never thought....with a few mirrors it'll look like you've got millions of plants! I guess they have there ups and downs....lol

 

[New Holland]

I've been told mirrors actually absorb light and reflect heat

 

[NiteTiger]

I've been told mirrors actually absorb light and reflect heat

Mylar is actually MORE reflective, since with a mirror, the light has to pass through the glass, strike the reflective material, and then back through the glass. Not to mention waaaay cheaper

If you don't mind losing 2-3% reflectivity over mylar, an even cheaper option is flat white paint. IMHO, it's the best option when considering ease of use, ease of maintenance, and durability.