FEATURESTORY
by Eric Hopper
Why HVAC Systems are Needed
for a Grow Room
I
f you have decided to flex your green thumb
on an indoor basis rather than outside, you’ve
likely given a great deal of thought already to
the prospect of building a grow room. This can
be conducted in various spaces throughout the home,
depending on the size that you need. Some people
are fully satisfied with a closet-sized space, while oth-
ers require a much larger area to conduct their grow-
ing operations
One thing that remains consistent in any of these
situations, however, is the necessity of recreating
a natural environment for the plants. This includes
lights and water sources, and also a fair amount of
HVAC-related technology. While it is generally ac-
cepted that a grow room needs good ventilation, in
many cases the grower does not understand why
proper ventilation is needed. Listed below are some
of the reasons.
create a substantial amount of heat, but it’s important
that the room does not become too hot due to the ex-
cess heat created by the lighting-system. This can be
alleviated, to a degree, with the implementation LED
or other types of grow lights that do not generate as
much heat, but a good ventilation system is still a
must to truly control temperature.
Humidity
The humidity levels within the grow room must
be monitored and controlled. Excess moisture in
the air, paired with the heat created by the growing
equipment, can result in mold and damage the plants.
A properly installed HVAC-system will remove extra
humidity in the air and make it easier to keep track
of the humidity levels in the grow room.
Airflow
You’ve probably been in a room with no airflow
before. No windows to open, no fans to run, mak-
ing the air stifling and thick. This isn’t fun to deal
with, and it’s no fun for plants either. Adequate air-
flow mimics the air plants would receive if they were
growing naturally outdoors, which can strengthen the
stems of plants as they grow. Ventilation
In most cases an indoor gardener does not want
to the area surrounding their home smelling like the
inside of a grow room. The most effective way to
minimize or even eliminate this issue is to install a
ventilation system that will filter and help eliminate
any unwanted aromas. You’ll also want an HVAC-
system with a high-quality filter that will help keep
the air in the grow room as healthy as possible-a plus
for you and the plants.
Temperature
When plants are grown indoors, monitoring the
temperature of the grow room is key. Grow lights Technology
Growing-indoors means following several spe-
cific steps to ensure a proper growing environment.
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