Grow Mediums Anyone familiar with 'bubblers'?

[DutchCat]

Hi, after a 6 year hiatus I've started with indoor growing again a while ago and now I want to try a bubbler to see if I like it. Does anyone know the Alien brand and know if this is a good deal? Or can I make a better system if I do it myself? This is what I'm talking about: http://www.bestgrowproducts.com/alien-nl/55-liter-bubbler

 

[HotBunz]

Seems rather expensive for a 55lt (15 gallon) DWC bucket. I know it's in euro's so I assume you are in the EU. But just to give you an idea a large air stone and airline would be $10, air pump $15, net pot $5 and surely you could score a 15 gallon rubbermaid container for $25/$30. I don't know what you have for local sources but eBay if your friend it need be.

 

[badumtshh]

Seems rather expensive for a 55lt (15 gallon) DWC bucket. I know it's in euro's so I assume you are in the EU. But just to give you an idea a large air stone and airline would be $10, air pump $15, net pot $5 and surely you could score a 15 gallon rubbermaid container for $25/$30. I don't know what you have for local sources but eBay if your friend it need be.

Very much this.
Most of the bubbler setups on the market are grossly overpriced.

 

[Hal 8999]

You should always construct your own reservoirs. That way it is customized to your needs and setup. For one plant you want a 10 gallon Rubbermaid or similar plastic storage tote.

 

[Hal 8999]

DutchCat, check out some of the grows I am currently doing. They are all different DWC systems.

 

[DutchCat]

DutchCat, check out some of the grows I am currently doing. They are all different DWC systems.

OK, I will, thanks. Still on the fence about this Alien Bubbler. I know it's expensive, but I just don't want any trouble with DIY stuff, until I know what the heck I'm even doing, lol.