Best and Worst of DWC?

[Mr. Purple]

I'm thinking of going to DWC,
but i would like to know a few things.

Is yield substantially higher with DWC than soil?

Will i need to fill/change the water
every day if so how many hours
can it go before i have to fill it up
with more water?

How much water does it use?

Can i get rid of that chemical
taste.

I plan on growing 4 plants maximum.

7ft (height) x 5ft (length) x 2ft (width)

is my space.

And if you can what are the disadvantages and other
advantages with DWC.

Thank you.

Mr. Purple Reviewed by Mr. Purple on 10-18-2007. Best and Worst of DWC? I'm thinking of going to DWC, but i would like to know a few things. Is yield substantially higher with DWC than soil? Will i need to fill/change the water every day if so how many hours can it go before i have to fill it up with more water? Rating: 5

[gainesvillegreen]

You really need to read the many posts out there on DWC because your questions don't have single answers.

Is the yield higher than soil? Yes or no, depending on the capabilities of the grower and other growing conditions.

Do you need to change the nutrients every day? No. Depending on your total nutrient volume, whether you're using a recirculating setup, nutrient concentration, etc., about once a week is common for a nutrient change (but you will have to top it off every day or two depending on volume).

How much water does it use? Anywhere from a few gallons to 100+ depending on your setup.

Can I get rid of that chemical taste? Yes, just flush your product for the last few days to week of flowering.

DWC is a nice setup because your plants sit in an aerated nutrient solution 24/7. This allows them so take in as many nutrients as they desire because they don't have to wait for availability. Once you get it set up, there is little maintenance aside from checking pH, TDS, and topping off your reservoir each day. I would have to say that the only disadvantages to DWC are the initial cost in dollars and time for your setup.

[Comatose]

I've been looking more and more into doing a DWC as well. I'm definately going to take baby steps when working into the project. Before I do a Recirculating DWC, I think I want to do a single 5 gallon bucket DWC with a 5" net pot and hydroton. I believe I already have some old fish aquarium air stones and pumps with tubing, so I'm pretty sure I just need the net pot, hydroton (or other medium), and a black 5 gallon bucket. But anyways, DWC really looks like the way to go. I think Xcrispi has me jelous with reports of 16-19oz. per plant in DWC. How can you not want to mimic that?

[the image reaper]

I've been looking more and more into doing a DWC as well. I'm definately going to take baby steps when working into the project. Before I do a Recirculating DWC, I think I want to do a single 5 gallon bucket DWC with a 5" net pot and hydroton. I believe I already have some old fish aquarium air stones and pumps with tubing, so I'm pretty sure I just need the net pot, hydroton (or other medium), and a black 5 gallon bucket. But anyways, DWC really looks like the way to go. I think Xcrispi has me jelous with reports of 16-19oz. per plant in DWC. How can you not want to mimic that?

yeah, I finally am making the switch over to the 'dark side' ... ... I have a couple Power Growers arriving this week ... a couple friends have been pestering me for years, to 'go hydro' ... am reading all I can find about it, right now ... :smokin:

[GDS StonerBoy]

yeah, I finally am making the switch over to the 'dark side' ... ... I have a couple Power Growers arriving this week ... a couple friends have been pestering me for years, to 'go hydro' ... am reading all I can find about it, right now ... :smokin:

My first DWC grow was in a 5 gal bubbler and 8 26 watt cfls. I pulled 9 oz off it using earth juice grow,bloom, micro and catalyst. I'm itching to put my C99's in bubbler but i broke my ph meter some how and i'm just waiting until i can get another. I killed 10 PPP seedlings trying to grow them without a ph meter i guess my lesson was well learned.

[Comatose]

9oz with CFLs? Thats pretty damn impressive.

When I get the chance to make a DIY DWC, I'll definately post up a few pics.

[TheHerbalist]

Im on my second grow and have a 4 bucket setup. Just starting. Still at the seedling stage but I hope it goes well.

From what Ive seen if you follow a few simple guidelines you "should" be alright.

I'll see for myself soon.

[Mr. Purple]

Would it be better to buld my own or just buy one?

And is it hard to build one?

[texas grass]

build your own

bucket or tub
airstones
airpump
netpots
saw and drill

i think im about to try 1 with 1 plant in a 5gal bucket

[xcrispi]

Comatose - Quote -> I think Xcrispi has me jelous with reports of 16-19oz. per plant in DWC. How can you not want to mimic that?

Just like Homedepot bro. = "You can do it , And we can help"

It's really easy , I do suggest a DWC / Drip combo though . You can have the best of both worlds combined - it's also like -"Plan B" if airstone gets clogged , it's still dripping
-or- if ring gets clogged , it's still bubbling . = cheap insurance .

2-5 gal. buckets , 2 female clones , 1-600w. hps. , and Latewoods 3 prt. recipe.
A first try w/o any major mistakes you could prob. expect 7-8oz. per. bucket .

If Reaper has 2 females in his Power Growers w/ 400w. I'll bet money he gets 7-8 oz. a bucket easily w/ a lil topping , training . and tying down because of all the yrs. of experience he's already aquired .

I just started a bunch myself . 6 in dirt , 4 in recirc. Drip / DWC - 5 lbs. or bust .
Peace all
Crispi :stoned: