dustbin grow box

hi guys
this is my first attempt at a grow and also first box build so the plan is 1 plant ill be using cfl lighting and a plastic(i no not the best but first time so ill see how it goes) swing top dust bin

so what i thought it tap up and seal the swing bit in the lid then glue and seal the lid in the bin cutting out a section in the front for access exaust fan will be mounted in the top and ill be trying to glue radiator folil to the inside

any tips or advice would be helpful as i say this is my first try and ill try keep updating with pics as and when i can fingers grossed

Ok so here's what i have so far

Not the neatest but the shape of the bin made the reflector a pain in the ass to stick in.

Iv gone for a passive intake at the bottom but could fit 2 pc fans if needs be. the
Extractor will be attached through the lid of the bin with a carbon filter i will hopefully be making using an old cone air filter and some active carbon.

I also may move the light to the back of the bin rather than the side

I know its not exactly super stealthy but it will probably be kept in a wardrobe while in use anyway.


any comment will be appreciated good or bad

i needed to say "your super crazy / funny" this grow space is great. a stealth bin LOL. bloody brilliant.

how have you got on with controlling the smell (how have you incorporated the carbon)

A taped shut dustbin in a closet with light leaking out of it isn't exactly the cutting edge of stealth

Shot in the dark here but have you considered a PC case? It takes some effort to make one but it's basically the most stealthy you can go check out my thread, I made my case with about 100 euros, lamps and seeds included.
The bin will work when the plant is tiny but I don't see a fully grown plant being happy in there also being limited to 1-2 lamps isn't ideal.

Hope I helped!

Also as luwigy pointed out, how are you gonna tackle smell?

Starting out as a grower can be a challenge but once you get going it isn't hard at all I'm half way mine now and my lady is growing nicely and looking healthy as hell! With little to no effort put into it
I subbed to your thread, I'll keep an eye on your progress and help where I can

good luck and peace