toxic tents

esh dov ets

esh dov ets

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I hope I am not over posting this. It's a question and of course a warning. I know pvc is a bad material and mylar is good. But not wich brands to watch for. If it doesn't say nontoxic does that mean it's toxic? You sure? How hot can a bad one get b4 it starts to release toxins?
Knowledge and or links appreciated.
 
CannaQueen420

CannaQueen420

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What is generally regarded as safe and what is actually 100% safe are vastly different.. Plastics leach toxic fumes at different temperatures. Generally temps shouldn't exceed the point where the plastic would release these fumes.
Unless you grow under glass I can't see you eliminating all possible hazards..keep temps down and you shouldn't have to worry.
 
Olive Drab Green

Olive Drab Green

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CannaQueen420 said:
What is generally regarded as safe and what is actually 100% safe are vastly different.. Plastics leach toxic fumes at different temperatures. Generally temps shouldn't exceed the point where the plastic would release these fumes.
Unless you grow under glass I can't see you eliminating all possible hazards..keep temps down and you shouldn't have to worry.
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That's fair. I just suspect they make horticultural tents with horticulture in mind. Such tents are meant to house lights such as HPS or MH, which are known to put out quite a lot of hear. I'm pretty sure they took the composition of their tent material and its safety into account, dear.
 
CannaQueen420

CannaQueen420

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Olive Drab Green said:
That's fair. I just suspect they make horticultural tents with horticulture in mind. Such tents are meant to house lights such as HPS or MH, which are known to put out quite a lot of hear. I'm pretty sure they took the composition of their tent material and its safety into account, dear.
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I would hope so too but some tents are manufactured purely with cost of production in mind and banking on the low price tag being all the consumer is interested in.
I would be highly concerned if there was no indication as to what fabric or material was used as a consumer it is always good to know the pros and cons especially as the OP is concerned for family and pets which I totally understand.
Generally speaking the more reputable producers will be aware the consumer has become more health conscious in recent years, especially with the medical movement and the shift in social views of cannabis as a medicine for all sorts of illnesses.
People who have decided to use cannabis as a medicine have usually had to research a lot for themselves and will be avoiding as much environmental toxins as possible. I have found a white wooden wardrobe a better choice to plastic, with non toxic white matte paint.
 
Olive Drab Green

Olive Drab Green

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CannaQueen420 said:
I would hope so too but some tents are manufactured purely with cost of production in mind and banking on the low price tag being all the consumer is interested in.
I would be highly concerned if there was no indication as to what fabric or material was used as a consumer it is always good to know the pros and cons especially as the OP is concerned for family and pets which I totally understand.
Generally speaking the more reputable producers will be aware the consumer has become more health conscious in recent years, especially with the medical movement and the shift in social views of cannabis as a medicine for all sorts of illnesses.
People who have decided to use cannabis as a medicine have usually had to research a lot for themselves and will be avoiding as much environmental toxins as possible. I have found a white wooden wardrobe a better choice to plastic, with non toxic white matte paint.
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I'd strongly recommend going with something of quality. Otherwise, purchasing on the cheap could potentially lead to a fire before someone dies of fume inhalation. Definitely inspect your potential purchase's details throughly.
 
CannaQueen420

CannaQueen420

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This is the cheapest and easiest option I have found..a wardrobe with a good sturdy hanging rail can be bought very cheaply these days and the space is usually plenty for a personal grower on a small scale.
It is way easier to keep sterile too, a blackout blind is easily fitted also :)
It isn't for everyone but for those on a budget it works just fine
 
esh dov ets

esh dov ets

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I am seeing wardrobes advertised for 30- 300 $ most without dimensions or much info ,plus one would require some customization. so great suggestion; I may try this in the future but for now I don't have the patience
CannaQueen420 said:
This is the cheapest and easiest option I have found..a wardrobe with a good sturdy hanging rail can be bought very cheaply these days and the space is usually plenty for a personal grower on a small scale.
It is way easier to keep sterile too, a blackout blind is easily fitted also :)
It isn't for everyone but for those on a budget it works just fine
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esh dov ets

esh dov ets

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All your comments where helpful and interesting.
I went with brand name hydro crunch and milliard . Searched them x toxic x safety x reviews no indication that they produce toxins so fingers crossed I don't die : / next time I will go with more research and or a brand w a guarantee or a wardrobe or
b +w poly with poles made to divide rooms w plastic for dust protection they are in the $ 100 range and I don't remember what they are called.
 
Yodaweed

Yodaweed

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I can tell you this, the old lighthouse hydro tents smelled horrible when they first came out of the box, like the most foul toxic plastic smell ever. I wouldn't suggest getting one of them.
 
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