Hydroponic light reflectors optimize your light source. For plants that enjoy full sun, this can be crucial to an ideal hydroponic growing situation. In addition to maximum light, these reflectors can also dissipate some heat and thereby help with air quality and decreased fungus growth. There are many options available in this light reflecting world; your choice depends on your growing space size and your budget. Basically, light and dark are the keys to success; keep the light sides reflecting on the foliage and the dark sides on the outside to prevent fungus.
Instructions
1. Obtain sheets of PVC (polyvinyl chloride), Mylar, Astrofoil or Foylon. White sheets are best for their reflective properties. PVC also makes ceiling tiles that may be used depending on your grow space.
2. Paint the sheets with white (titanium oxide) paint on the surface that will face your plants.
3. Paint the reflector black on the reverse side to prevent the growth of fungus.
4. Bend reflectors into wing shapes and secure in this form with twine. This shape generally will be more reflective depending on the light placement.
5. Study the light spectrum needs of the plants you are growing for proper distance placement of your reflector.
