paint

[liamoi]

Is there any reason why i cant paint the inside of the lid (wood) of my tank with white gloss (to smarten it up a bit and help bounce the light back down a little), after allowing enough time to dry properly before placing it back on the tank of course!!!
Cheers Liam

 

[Euge]

I don't think it should be a problem. If you want to reflect more light i suggest you use mylar. It reflects 99% of light and almost none of the heat..

 

[dizlal]

bakofoil is wonderful stuff for reflecting light.

 

[Euge]

Is bakofoil just aluminium foil? If thats the case its not as good. Using foil in hoods to reflect lights creates hotspots of light. Mylar reflects light and distributes it evenly.

 

[guppy]

If you paint use a good gloss acrylic. Mylar sheeting is not costly and comes in several shades, you can take it up with silicone glue in case you change your mind.

 

[liamoi]

What is mylar and where can i get it!?

 

[gomezladdams]

I like the mylar idea Im gonna use that on my hood.

 

[guppy]

Mylar is a plastic film with a metallic finish, craft and hobby shops as well as car customisers carry it.