Oops, I should probably put my post here! Anyway, I'm a relatively new grower and live in an apartment complex, therefore I am seeking methods for discretion. I have been tooling around with an idea of converting an old bookshelf to a grow box. The exact dimensions of the bookshelf with the inner shelves removed (aside from the top to allow for light mounting) is 34"H x 16"W x 11"D. The wood is quite heavy and the bookcase is solid. Do you think this is a feasible project? I was thinking of placing 3 floro fixtures in the box for a total of 6 40W bulbs (24" vertical) for the vegetative state and maybe using these lights for the generative state as well? I have a seperate unit for pre vegetative. If necessary I can buy a small 75W sodium high pressure lamp and install it on the bottom of the top shelf I have left intact, do you think this is a necessary step for this box and if so, will it fit?? I plan on installing 3 120mm computer fans on the top area of the box and equal sized vent holes toward the bottom. I am also going to attach a power strip and I have a wall mountable humidity and temperature gauge. So I guess my general questions are: what can I do to improve this setup if infact it is feasible AND what is my potential yield under optimum conditions? The two strains I have purchased are Hawaii Maui Waui and Dutch Dragon. Thanks alot in advance guys!!

it will work. i have seen people who are trying to be descreet and us a bookshelf. the only thing is that u might have to transplant down the road because its wood. unless its got finsih then it might last longer. throw in some drainage holes at the bottom and you should be well off.

You mean transplant because of the size? Sorry didn't quite catch what you meant.

transplant because the wood might rot from the water. it depends on the wood and how much finish was used.

Ahhh... I see. Good point. I might have to take some measures to coat it with something. Shouldn't be too hard. Actually I need to paint the insides white if I'm not mistaken, so I may try to use a water repelling paint or something to that degree. What do you think?

rubber paint might work but it would have to be a thick coat. try lineing it with a thick trash bag befor putting the soil in. just make sure u still make drainage holes. thats just an idea. could work.

Well my pot would be sitting on one of those raised discs that catch excess water at the bottom. The water wouldn't be coming in direct contact with the wood except during evaporation and/or condensation.

well the soil is still going to be wet and water doesnt evaporate fast enough. but it sounds like you have put some thought into this and have a good set up. in the end its your decision. good luck.

VideoMan has a good thread on this subject:
build a grow closet

It sounds like a good project. I'd atleast try it you know. Could turn out really nice.

Mr. Dro

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