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  1. Thu, 20th Dec 2007, 05:05 PM #1
    Mr Cob
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    I was looking to buy some reflectors but it was brought to my attention that I could use Mylar or Solar material from Lowes.

    Could I just attach the Mylar or solar tube material to my canopy or does it have to be more rounded around the bulb?

    I was thinking of just glueing it to my canopy like wallpaper. Also, any possibilities of fire hazards that you might know of???

    I have a 120gal reef with 48" VHOs (440 watts) mounted to the canopy towards the back and a 48" Coralife PC (260 watts) sitting with legs inside the canopy towards the front. The Reflective idea is for the VHO's. My canopy is wood...with a "lift up" top and open back.

    Thanks for the feedback.
    -Rob
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  2. Thu, 20th Dec 2007, 07:01 PM #2
    captexas
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    If that doesn't work, some of the online places sell reflectors cut to different lengths. Check Hellolights.com . I've heard of using the mylar film, but never seen anyone do it before.
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  3. Fri, 21st Dec 2007, 07:43 AM #3
    Darth-Tater
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    Hobogato uses solar tubes cut down the side and flattened out. I got some from him and it works great.

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