LED Tips & Advice

Dimming has really come into fashion! Most of the popular LED grow lights now include a dimmer knob. But should you actually use it? Should I dim my LED grow lights, or does it actually harm them? There was always a lot of debate about dimming the ballast with HID lights. Does dimming LED grow lights have the same effect on the diodes? Keep reading to find … [Read more...] about Should I Dim My LED Grow Lights? (What You Need To Know)

Have you spent any time in growing forums? Then you've certainly come across posts telling you LED grow lights are a waste of money. That you can just use regular LED lights to grow your marijuana and save a lot of money. Is that true? Is there really no difference between LED lights and LED grow lights? No, there is a difference. Apart from the rather large … [Read more...] about Difference Between LED Lights And LED Grow Lights

Do you go cheap, or is it worth spending more for expensive LED grow lights? Will the cheap ones break and end up costing you more than the money saved? Or are the expensive ones far too overpriced to be worth it? When comparing cheap LED grow lights vs expensive, we can quickly see that the truth lies in the middle. The best value light are not the cheapest or the … [Read more...] about Cheap LED Grow Lights Vs Expensive (Which Are The Better Value?)

LED grow lights can get quite hot. The may not emit as much heat as other types of grow lights, but they still emit a lot. And any time you have a lot of heat, there is a risk of fire. Plus, with any type of electrical device, there is always the risk of an electrical fire. Are LED grow lights a fire hazard then, or is this not something you need to worry … [Read more...] about Are LED Grow Lights A Fire Hazard? (What You Need To Know)

Light-emitting diodes have changed a lot since their inception in the 1960s. Most importantly, they have become cheaper, more energy-efficient, and more powerful. But the increase in power has brought with it an increase in concern for its effect on human health. You want to be aware of the concerns so you can minimize any potential risk. Are LED grow lights harmful … [Read more...] about Are LED Grow Lights Harmful To Humans? (And Other Grow Lights?)

LED grow lights are designed to be as safe as possible. Assuming you buy them from a reputable brand, of course. But that does not mean they pose no danger whatsoever. That's why there are so many articles out there about how they can harm our eyes or our skin. But there are not many articles discussing the danger grow lights may pose to our household pets. Are … [Read more...] about Are LED Grow Lights Safe For Pets? (Other Types Of Grow Lights?)

Specialized LED grow lights are not cheap. The cost has come down considerably, making LED the clear best choice among grow light types. But these LED grow lights still cost far more than regular LED lights. This begs the question: can I use normal LED light to grow plants indoor? And this question makes even more sense nowadays, since the top LED grow lights on the … [Read more...] about Can I Use Normal LED Light To Grow Plants Indoor?

LED grow lights are designed to grow plants. They basically take over the role the sun performs in nature. The sun also lends heat and energy to reptiles. They need its light, its heat, and its ultraviolet radiation to survive. It makes sense to wonder if LED grow lights could also take over for the sun in this capacity. Can you use LED grow lights for reptiles, … [Read more...] about Can You Use LED Grow Lights For Reptiles? (And Does It Make Sense?)

There are so many LED lights available these days. Of course, there are the many different types of LED grow lights. These are specifically designed to grow plants. But there are also all of the standard LED lights. They are made for any type of lighting need you can think of. They emit light, which means they can also grow plants. But can they do so efficiently? … [Read more...] about What Kind Of LED Lights Grow Plants?

Modern LED grow lights are extremely powerful. They also feature a color spectrum that is similar to the sun. We all know that the sun can damage your eyes, even after just a few seconds of looking directly into it. It stands to reason the same might be true of LED grow lights. Especially considering how much closer they are than the sun. Is it true? Are LED grow … [Read more...] about Are LED Grow Lights Bad For Your Eyes? (Important Info!)