Let me share with you how I always have fresh lettuce, inside the comfort of my home for LESS than the cost of store bought (after you DIY build your system). Growing hydroponically simply means we use grow lights and water , along with nutrient solution and rocks, to grow just about anything!

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Here are some videos I have created over the years to help you along!

How I Start Seeds / Adjust pH of the Water for the System:    • How to Adjust Water pH & Start Seeds ...  

Check out this collection of videos showing the system since it's inception in 2014:    • Never Buy Lettuce Again - The Indoor ...  


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Please feel free to shop my Amazon storefront for building your system. I put together an Indoor Gardening section to make it easier for you to shop for the different supplies I used in designing my system. Be creative and make it your own!
https://www.amazon.com/shop/rainbowga...

Electricity Usage Calculator:
https://www.rapidtables.com/calc/elec...

Square Foot Garden Book:
http://amzn.to/2kbr3qm

When designing your system, I recommend starting with the lights/bulbs first since they are the most expensive part of the build. Then get your shelving to fit your light fixture width.
Remember, shop for the correct bulbs. Many of the newer LED full spectrum bulbs do a fine job. However, if you use fluorescent, get 5000 to 6500 kelvin with as high lumens as possible, especially if you are not going to use it in front of a sunny window. For most cost effective results, use bulbs with the highest lumens & lowest watts which are also 5000 - 6500K. Mine work fine for only 4.5 square feet, and 2 bulbs per shelf. Lumens measures light brightness, wattage measures energy usage (low watts can still be very bright).

Here are the lights I used to build my system:
**GE Slimline Lights, 36 inch
You can get these on Amazon or Home Depot. HD has a better price ( I will not get credit for your purchase at HD but I want you to do this at a good price! )
Amazon: http://amzn.to/2jq2fO7
Home Depot: http://www.homedepot.com/p/GE-36-in-S...

I buy my bulbs from this company:
https://www.1000bulbs.com/product/494...

I recommend using a 3 prong outlet adaptor to plug in your lights. On my Amazon storefront.

Solder iron, Hydroponic Rocks ,Rockwool Plugs, Grow Big Nutrient Solution, pH Test Kit, are all on my Amazon storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/rainbowga...

I also used mylar food bags on the bottom of each box to help the light reflect. I did not mention it in the video because I am unsure if it makes enough of a difference to warrant purchasing them (I had them already). 25 Bags - http://amzn.to/2jtOyh8

Walls Need Love - Vinyl Decal: https://wallsneedlove.com/products/ha...

Boxes - Make sure your boxes are waterproof
I used 2 x 8 lumber for my boxes. if I were to redesign them, I would use 1 x 8. The 2 x 8 is too heavy to tend. Use 6 mil plastic to line the boxes (on my Amazon)
Here is a detailed video where I built the boxes:
   • DIY How to Build Custom Boxes - The I...  
OR, just use plastic boxes!

Amazon has a great selection of wire shelves:
Chrome, 4 Shelf (best Seller): http://amzn.to/2jZJNfR
6 Tier, Black: http://amzn.to/2jeRDOK
5 Tier, Steel on WHEELS: http://amzn.to/2jpNVVI
5 Tier Chrome: http://amzn.to/2kt3PQR

Other Grow Lights:
https://amzn.to/39uSfMz
4 Foot, LED, 40 Watts, 4800 Lumens, 5000k, : http://amzn.to/2m6GhDh
4 Foot, 5,000K, 3700 Lumens, 42 Watts, LED: http://amzn.to/2yk7gNm
4 Foot, 2 Tube, Bulbs Included: http://amzn.to/2kt632L
4 Foot, 4 Tube, Bulbs Included: http://amzn.to/2k3yAva

Ring Binder Clips: http://amzn.to/2jgPges

Rainbow Crystal Suncatcher:http://amzn.to/2kuyqha

**GE Slim Line is sold by qty. one each and they have a nice cover to protect the bulb