I agree that if you want to make the best use of your available space, you'll seriously want to consider a 1000w HID. I just started using a 1000w digital MH/HPS system in an area slightly smaller than yours, and so far, I'm really enjoying it. Heat is not an issue, but I've also got good ventilation.

You can find a lighting system like mine for less than $300, ventilation and odor control can be constructed for very little if you can do the work yourself, and like Pharma had mentioned, you could easily upgrade to another light later and just have to minor modifications to your ventilation.

And the height of your area shouldn't be a limiting factor. You can use a screen, or stress train your WW's and keep them at a manageable height. Mine rarely got over 4 1/2" tall, and had great yields per square foot of space used. In fact, many of the buds needed to be supported because even the reinforced stem couldn't handle the weight.
Mr. Clandestine Reviewed by Mr. Clandestine on . Grow room dimensions to cost Good morning folks I have read the build your grow room guide however I want to know what would be the best size system and possible strains to grow although my goal is "white widow". Here are my room dimensions: L9'xW7'6"xH6'6" I am concerned about the height is it essentially too low to run a HID system? I'm running on a budget $500-$750 for equipment and room set up. I've hunted the internet and I'm sure there are thousands more that I haven't seen. But now I've just confused the crap out of Rating: 5