S01E05 – Lighting
Light Up Your Grow
With the plants happily settling into their new homes, it’s time to install the equipment that will power the rest of the grow.
In this episode, Sarah and Jasmine tackle one of the most important parts of any indoor setup: installing their grow lights. What should have been a simple task quickly turns into another entertaining challenge, proving that even hanging a light isn’t always as straightforward as it looks.
Getting the Lights Up
As the growers begin installing their lights, frustration quickly sets in.
Sarah wrestles with the hanging brackets while Jasmine spends just as much time bumping her head as she does fitting her fixture. As the challenge continues, both Ian and Karlos can’t resist taking the opportunity to poke fun, with Sarah’s growing frustration becoming one of the highlights of the episode.
Once the lights are finally hanging, Ian steps in to demonstrate the correct installation process and explain why taking the time to set your lighting up properly can prevent problems later in the grow.
What you’ll learn
This episode covers the next stage of plant development:
- Installing grow lights correctly
- Setting up lighting controllers
- Positioning fixtures for even coverage
- Understanding the different lighting technologies
- Choosing the right light for your grow
- Why every grower is using a different lighting setup
Featured Products
Telos Dynamic 1960
Telos Lighting Controller
DLI Joule 1000W DE Full Fixture
DLI UV 150W Full Fixture
DLI Digital Controller DLM-4 Zone
Omega Black 720 W Plus LED
Omega Matrix Lighting Controller
Choosing Your Lighting Technology
No two grow rooms are the same, which is why Ian has chosen a different lighting setup for each grow. Every technology has its own strengths, and the right choice depends on your environment, budget, and growing goals.
To help you decide, we’ve created three dedicated guides covering each lighting technology featured in this episode.
HPS Lighting
Traditional, reliable, and still a popular choice for growers looking for additional heat or working with a tighter budget.
In this short guide, Ian explains how HPS lighting works, its biggest advantages and drawbacks, who it’s best suited to, and when it still makes sense to choose it over modern LED technology
LED Top Lights
Premium lighting designed for maximum efficiency, outstanding canopy coverage, and long-term performance.
Join Ian as he takes a closer look at the Telos LED Top Light, explaining what makes premium toplights different, why they produce such even light distribution, and whether they’re worth the investment for your grow.
LED Bar Lights
Efficient, cost-effective, and one of the most popular choices for modern indoor growers.
Ian explains why LED bar lights have become the go-to option for many growers, covering their benefits, limitations, and what to look for when choosing the right fixture.
Installing Your Lights
Before hanging any grow light, Ian recommends taking a few simple steps that can save time and frustration later on.
Test Before You Hang
Inspect your fixture for any visible damage before plugging it in. Once powered up, check everything is working correctly and familiarise yourself with the controller before installing it inside the tent.
Position Evenly
Hang your fixtures at the same height and ensure they’re evenly spaced across the growing area to achieve consistent light coverage.
Set Up Your Controller
Take the time to configure your lighting schedules before introducing plants. Understanding your controller early makes managing your grow much easier.
Test The Room
Run your grow room for a few days before moving plants in. This gives you time to identify any issues and fine-tune your environment before the grow officially begins.
The Scoreboard
Lighting is an essential part of every indoor grow, but this episode is all about learning rather than competing. With no challenge point awarded, the scoreboard remains unchanged as both growers prepare for the next stage of the series.
