Reflector Refurb

[John S]

Hi,
The paint on the relector in my Aquamode 600 has started to flake and turn brown. I'm looking to repaint it but do I need a special reflective paint or just an off the shelf white?

Any help appreciated.

 

[foxfish]

I am not sure what a Aquamode 600 is, but tin foil is a very good reflector.

 

[m_attt]

I am not sure what a Aquamode 600 is, but tin foil is a very good reflector.

if aquarium plants are similar to hydroponics, then tin foil is not a good reflector unless its flat with no creases as they can focus light and can cause hotspots which in turn burns plants, water may magnify the effect.

 

[howanic]

I have read somewhere that tin foil is a diffuser not a reflector. Apparently if you shine one of those laser pens things at it, the reflection will scatter. Although I have crudely covered a tank with it when I was down to a single T5 and it made my riccia pearl.

 

[a1Matt]

-1 for tin foil (it's not a reflector )
+1 for matt white paint

 

[m_attt]

or Mylar,