Complete Martha Grow Tent Setup & Maintenance Walk-Through | Build a DIY Mushroom Fruiting Chamber

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Start growing edible or medicinal mushrooms using the Martha Tek, or technique. In this video, we show you the step-by-step process of building and maintaining a Martha Tent with alternate builds to fit your budget and space requirements. You can find these materials online or at your local hardware or hydroponic store (see our recommendations below).
We show you how to dial in the environmental conditions of your Martha Tent and highlight the four conditions fundamental to mushroom growing: humidity, fresh air exchange, temperature, and light.
Get started growing your own edible or medicinal mushrooms by building your own Martha Tent! Martha Tents are mid-sized fruiting chambers designed to simulate the proper environment for fruiting mushrooms in trays, blocks, and jars.
Martha Tents are the surest way to grow beautiful flushes of mushrooms indoors, regardless if you're a small-scale cultivator or a commercial producer. They can fit inside any closet, kitchen, or basement, or be scaled up to fruit pounds of edible or medicinal mushrooms every week.
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00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:15 - What is a Martha Tent?
00:01:45 - Build Materials
00:02:59 - Step one: building the tent
00:05:14 - Step two: the drip tray
00:05:33 - Alternative drip tray
00:06:02 - Step three: placing the humidification system
00:06:30 - Alternative humidification system
00:07:28 - Humidity and mushroom growing
00:08:15 - Step four: placing the humidity controller
00:09:20 - Fresh air exchange and mushroom growing
00:10:35 - Step five: installing the fresh air exchange fan
00:13:58 - Alternative fresh air exchange system (ducting)
00:15:15 - Temperature and light
00:16:22 - Turning on the systems
00:17:24 - Placing blocks & trays
00:18:26 - Fruited mushrooms
00:19:01 - Troubleshooting your conditions
00:20:11- Final thoughts
Thanks for watching!

[@__-pl3jg]

I feel like the troubleshooting tips at 19:02 should be a stand alone video on KZbin so more people can see that quick explanation. Its great! Thank you guys 👍

[@NorthSpore]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@eksflo]

Agreed! With modifications to fix those problems you mentioned we could possibly run into. But I love all your videos! This was great as always, very helpful!

[@aidanmc8691]

totally agree, this was the most simple and easily understood troubleshooting guide.

[@iOddWorId]

@@NorthSpore Hey did you follow up on this?

[@myfloridabackyard7984]

Yes I agree!! I had my Pink Oysters looking like a (Coral Reef) great visual but not great for Gourmet Harvest! This is truly such a Balance of Humidity and FAE its a wonderful Journey Though !!

[@TURK_182]

I think you might have better results if you swapped the humidifier and the fan locations. Co2 is heavy so it collects at the bottom, resulting in fuzzy feet and fruits that are reaching for air. You need to flush out the Co2 collecting at the bottom. Also the humidifier being at the top will cause the moisture to fall down and cover all the cakes below it, and not just pool humidity, mostly at the bottom of the tent. ✌🍄

[@NorthSpore]

You're definitely right that some folks will flip the humidifier and fan around with success. However, we've found that funneling the air up and through the fan instead of down, reduces the "splash" effect at the bottom of the tent, thus reducing spores released into the environment. The openings at the bottom also provide a perfect place to pull in fresh air.

[@averyjones5159]

Interesting

[@robertdaem9710]

@North Spore is there a way to seal the bottom with another hepa filter and fan for possible contaminants?

[@siov4279]

great idea brother! thanks! Best tip yes. well 2nd I have see other than praise. And as Einstein said; Anyone can make things more complex and unimaginable! It takes a touch of genius to go in the opposite direction! I just had an epiphany also! the fan I believe may also work better on a timer. say half on and an hour off maybe as to not compete with the humidifier?

[@siov4279]

double down! I also think growing a plant in together with the mushroom's could actually help with co2 as well!

[@fyaglidere]

Mushroom spores on average are 10microns. For those concerned about venting into living spaces I would suggest getting a 4 inch filter sock used in saltwater aquariums. It's easy to find 1 micron or 10 for cheap and since it's 4 inches it should fit perfect on the fan.

[@Bi4is19]

hi, its quite expensive, how long would one sock last?

[@cynthiabutler5059]

My name is Cindy its so enligtning and exciting to watch your videos Im ADHD and you explain your instruction so well I can absorb and keep focused, for that I thank you I bought 6 acers and when I told my Man I wanted to do mushroom farming he thought I was nuts. We have some wet land ,Putting in pond and spillwells with little rivers of all edible foilage and medical herbs hemp I have studied for 17 years and dreamed of one day, Making my DREAM Come true and ill be studying thru the rest of it. The funny part is Im 70 and everybody laughs but you will help me. God bless ,OHIO STRONG UNITED WE STAND.😉

[@peppergrowmienola4850]

Great video. I am about ready to upgrade to a Martha set up. Those oysters were looking fabulous. 👍

[@stevevet3652]

Excellent. Hands down one of the best videos I have watched on how to colonize mushrooms.

[@jillianmathis2552]

I get my Martha tent set up any day now. Waiting for 2 weeks processing is a challenge. Can’t wait until I get it all and my fruiting blocks. Thank you for the video. I hope you all do more.

[@PattymacMakes]

I've been considering adding mushrooms to my regular gardening, and this is so helpful and instructive! I have a really nice covered porch that should work perfectly for this application, so I'll have to get my supplies ready and try a couple of your varieties this spring. I'm really glad you popped up on my home feed.

[@NorthSpore]

Wooohooo!

[@mmmSandwiches]

Well done! I love how accessible you are making mushroom cultivation at home.

[@NorthSpore]

Thank you for your support!

[@jasonroop3548]

This is so amazing. You guys just simplified everything in 20 minutes. Thanks so much.

[@NorthSpore]

Our pleasure!

[@nicolemichele-darkwoodland2136]

The husband and I already loved y'all (he bought a few of your grow blocks and got a t-shirt as a gift) but like...the youtube channel you guys have plus knowing you help sponsor the shroomery is absolute king. Rooting for your continued success!

[@MartiesPlants]

This video was amazing! I grow tropical plants in grow tents in the fall and winter. Your video was full of helpful information on ventilation. Thank you! Keep up the great work!

[@NorthSpore]

Glad it was helpful!

[@uncoolasmr4847]

Great vid! I just got some grain spawn from you today, can't wait to build a Martha tent to help with this grow!!

[@NorthSpore]

Fantastic!

[@Jacob_graber]

Watching your video, I realized I have literally everything I need sitting around after several expansions of my indoor plant growing setup. Building my Martha tent along with you as I watch. Time for some mushrooms!

[@joylawrence6481]

This is a perfect setup and I am so thrilled to find it. Thank you so much 💗

[@clarksglassworks4042]

Just made a tent with this videos help. Dialing everything In now!

[@REYLOVEJESS]

Yes. This has definitely inspired me to grow some mushrooms. I replicated just about everything shown in this video and my Amazon cart is ready to checkout. Thank you for the video and very helpful tips!

[@NorthSpore]

Wonderful!

[@wonsuchu3463]

I’m brand new mushroom grower at home Thanks for your video, give me a lot of idea and I’m trying to set up like the way you did. I already bought Martha grow tent

[@Enochulate88]

I can help u

[@mekolines8781]

I got 2 of this tents for free last year, used them to grow my tomatos and chillis from seed. What a luck that i caught interest in growing mushrooms!. Now i can pefectly reuse them

[@bwildtattoo]

I really wanted to try Martha tech. After watching this video, I am considering doing one your style. Great video, you make it seem so easy.

[@NorthSpore]

Thanks for your support! Reach out with questions anytime.

[@alicegreen5177]

Fabulous, with winter drawing in, and short days in Yorshire/the UK - I neededsomething to look forward to doing. Thanks guys x

[@NorthSpore]

Great idea!

[@sukamayoutube2323]

I'm from Yorkshire too lol small world!

[@mgguygardening]

Thanks for this video! I have run a "Martha" tent that I have, it's a walk in one with shelves like this on both sides, but only for a couple of bags of mushrooms at a time. I used the humidifier and the same unit to monitor humidity, but didn't have the air exchange (which is why I didn't overdo it with too many mushroom bags.) I'm going to give this a shot so that I can produce more mushrooms on more bags.

[@NorthSpore]

Get that FAE setup going and you'll have some serious production capacity!

[@OldWaysNewWays]

Best information I've seen for home growing. Thank you for this wonderful video! Can't wait to get started.

[@NorthSpore]

Glad it was helpful!

[@maheshprabhu2692]

You are too good in explaining the whole process. Great job 👍👏. I initially had problems growing but couldn't figure it out. Your video was really helpful. Thanks and keep up the good work 👍

[@charliensam]

Excellent instructional video! Thank you so much for sharing your time & talents. This information will help us take our mushroom growing adventure a few steps forward. :)

[@NorthSpore]

You are so welcome, reach out with questions anytime!

[@TTS-TP]

For quite some time I ran a cool mist humidifier Blowing into the Martha, it doesn't create a high pressure and is more than sufficient for air flow with the plus side of not ballooning the Martha. Finding just the right interval with a timer was all that was ever needed. One could make a Martha for sufficiently cheaper than this. I had a metal rack system that we covered with 4 mil and duct sealed the corners to make a large Martha. I had all the supplies and found the rack for free. I love that someone is putting this out there on KZbin, I truly commend you for the clear concise articulation and effort. Truly is a recipe for success 👍

[@NorthSpore]

Thanks for your input, Paul!

[@nasir857]

Thanks Paul. An excellent video and give us the encouragement to venture into this superfood growing. It answers the issue on food sustainability in an affordable way.

[@dougreynolds2813]

i'd scrolled past this several times, now i'm so pleased i watched; this is the answer to the questions i've been having. thanks!

[@NorthSpore]

You're welcome!

[@BenjaminLane-benalane]

Thank you for this video. I’m becoming obsessed with mushrooms and was really looking for a way to display and grow mushrooms at the same time. This is exactly what I needed.

[@katandmouseinlove]

I am new to mushroom growing. The first mushrooms I grew were from the company Back to the Roots mushroom grow kit my sister-in-law gave me. I got three crops from them. Now I'd like to do more so the Martha tent was very inspiring. I live in Alabama now and my brother just purchased more land with a huge metal shop. We both love mushrooms so who knows where this could go. Maybe we'll start with farmers markets. Thank you so much for the inspiration. I'm going to keep watching and I'll keep you posted on my progress. Kathleen

[@NorthSpore]

Let us know if you need spawn! We've got a wholesale option as well.

[@izabellapardinho2784]

WOW!! SO packed with great info and so thorough!! Amazing video!! Literally one of a kind (the kind that you don’t even need to do further research to answer any questions because the questions were already answered!!) thank you so much I admire work well done like this!

[@NorthSpore]

Thanks so much!!

[@martinsmithy881]

@@NorthSpore can u grow outdoors in a shed during winter? I can get a wooden looking shed ( think its made of really thick plastic ) and loft insulation to keep it warm? baring in mind its winter coming up

[@ese_CORTES-HARBOR310]

@@martinsmithy881 did you ever find out the question to your answer???? About growing outside in your wooden storage?????? Let me know, please, thank you!!

[@RomeJocke]

Really enjoyed this video, was informative for me as I'm looking to expand on my mushroom cultivation intresse.

[@cassiejo0012]

Oh my goodness thank you so much for this video! I have looked everywhere for a detailed step by step how to make a grow tent. Excellent job thank you thank you thank you

[@arthurpratt6267]

Your mono tub video helped me tremendously when I first started. I’ve been curious about a simple explanation of Marthas, and so this is really helpful!

[@NorthSpore]

So glad to be a resource for you!

[@SteveMcfaul]

Bro same, his monotub video was the first video I watched

[@MMASWE]

@@NorthSpore Hey man what do you think if you also like had an air purifier and humidifier in the tent?

[@levimogford3202]

Nice, can't wait to get some Shiite going. Glorious step-by-step setup explanation and troubleshooting guide, love it

[@NorthSpore]

Thank you!

[@mattbyrd330]

Thank you!! I'm in Colorado, so the tent is going to be a must have for success!! Again, THANK YOU!!

[@TKinthePocket]

Great video :) thanks for the helpful info - just finished setting up my martha tent and excited to get started

[@Suboptimalconditions]

This is my next goal. Growing my own mushrooms would be the best! I want two separate grow chambers. One for microgreens and one for mushrooms 🍄 thank you for the tutorial and your time.

[@susanbryg]

I have grown a ton of microgreens. You don't need to put them in a tent. I just use LED grow lights. On the Grow KZbin channel has a lot of good info on growing microgreens. Good luck!

[@Ekaterinamail]

Very informative video, thank you very much.

[@tm-bb5rg]

Unmatched ! Best mushroom video on the internet.

[@Ancienttowers]

Yes, I agree with all these great comments about North Spore. Thanks so much guys, and gal(s). Y'all have been so generous with your informative how-to videos, both indoor ideas and outdoor guides on mushroom farming. I must mention the quality of your films make such a difference...that might be a snobby comment, but warching in 4k or above just lends a polish that gives the beautifully grown mushrooms that "SWEET AND NICE" look, which they deserve. I just subscribed and I look forward to buying something from your online store, VERY SOON! THANKS - James from Florida

[@NorthSpore]

Thank you!

[@Marlene5018]

Great information, thanks! 🙏

[@christopherball592]

So awesome!! Thanks for making this video North Spore!

[@NorthSpore]

Thanks for your support!

[@hopehenley3002]

Thank you for posting this AWESOME VIDEO!!!!!!

[@reneemarie3164]

You guys are fantastic. Thanks for your wonderful instructive videos.

[@NorthSpore]

You're welcome, thank you for your support!

[@glenw3814]

WOW! Well done. You have inspired me to up my mycology game. Thank you. 🍄💖

[@NorthSpore]

You can do it!

[@johnspence8141]

I think technically your filter should be on the intake side. On the exhaust side, you're going to both overheat your fan and you're going to clog your fan with dirt and spores. Most filter systems are on the intake side of the air.

[@voidsreturn572]

Great comment

[@davidizzo9266]

thank you i was wondering myself

[@michaelwilliams1525]

He was only suggesting putting a filter on the exhaust side if you weren't able to duct it outside. Trying to avoid the spores in your living space.

[@jakobpfeil4243]

@@michaelwilliams1525 Filtering out spores from the exhaust air of the tent is a good idea. Nevertheless like in many other applications than fruiting chambers exhaust fans should be protected from entrained particles or aerosols for safety reasons.

[@Spe3D3m0n]

​@@michaelwilliams1525 that's not the point being made. They're saying instead of having the spores pulled through the fan itself before meeting the filter (heating and clogging the fan), put the paper on the intake side of the fan so the spores never leave the tent but also never enter the fan body

[@dazza69085]

i have been researching mushroom cultivation for a few weeks now, and your video is by far the best explained, basic knowledge/ introductory, in one place that i have found so far... kudos

[@user-zm1zp5mk2l]

Hello, do you like mushrooms too? I'm looking for friends who share my passion for mushrooms, especially those who grow their own. Can we have a chat?

[@DrGaryGreen]

Really spot on advice. Thank you.

[@__-pl3jg]

Hands down the best explanation of this process anywhere! Thank you for taking the time to edit this piece of art. I was having trouble getting my very first batch of mushrooms to fruit after pinning. It turned out my humidity was too low. I could have saved a lot of time and research if I had seen this video first.

[@NorthSpore]

Thanks for your support! Reach out with questions anytime.

[@BEASTmodeontheRoad]

These Marthas have been used for nearly two decades now at this point to grow goomers. They are on point. Good job keeping it alive!

[@rancidhotmail]

amazing video! sooo helpful!

[@keenebrown4817]

Thank you for making it simple.

[@myfloridabackyard7984]

Love the Tips! Yes I agree!! I had my Pink Oysters looking like a (Coral Reef) great visual but not great for Gourmet Harvest! This is truly such a Balance of Humidity and FAE its a wonderful Journey Though !!

[@TTS-TP]

I had the most low maintenance set of Marthas that Stamets helped with. I'm sure the guide I put together is still floating around on Shroomery. It is remarkable at how simple running a Martha is. The secret that most people tend to forget is: find the most thermally and hydromatically consistent/stable place you can for it (ie basement, not the laundry room or Garage if you can.) It makes the world's difference in seasonal temperature shifts, especially coming into summer and winter.

[@NorthSpore]

Yep, if you can control outside variables like temperature and humidity, the tent should stay dialed in. Thank you!

[@duselwusel4569]

found you post, thank you for this =) do you use hepa filter because of spores?

[@mojo_heezy]

Anyone know what mushrooms were grown in the tent? (yellow, pink,gray)

[@Tidnull]

@@NorthSpore would an underground root cellar be good for mushroom fruiting?

[@kingjacob2633]

​​@@mojo_heezy different species of oyster mushrooms probably pink oyster gold oyster and blue oyster

[@mayur1993]

Very informative video. Thank you!

[@kevinmasyon2843]

Great informative video.I cant believe it because I bought one of those tents about 3 yesrs ago.Its sittin in a box.Now i know exactly what to do with it.Makes for a great show off piece.

[@NorthSpore]

Get growing!

[@Nipahc]

Awesome Video! Thanks Guys!

[@NorthSpore]

Thanks for watching!

[@cacogenicist]

@@NorthSpore - So are you running that exhaust fan all the time? Could you hook it up to a CO2 sensor? Could you run the humidifier constantly and control humidity with the exhaust fan?

[@NoNeverNotReally]

such amazing videos! great for beginners and intermediates, keep up the good work!!!

[@Abme87]

This was an entire workshop of awesome. I will do this. I will. Thank you.

[@NorthSpore]

Thanks for your support! Reach out with questions anytime!

[@rvre]

Yeah maybe one day, this definitely would be great to have as a set up. Thanks for the walk-through

[@benjaminpursley7306]

Great job 👍. Thanks for creating content to help mainstream this hobby for the public! Health + Fun + Oh So Cool 😎 😊

[@jessica22865]

Any plans to do an entire video about fruiting in a martha tent? I'm having a really hard time finding that specific piece of the puzzle. Mostly of what I find is the construction and cleaning but not actually fruiting mushrooms and all the different options and the differences between traditional fruiting conditions and fruiting in a Martha. Many thanks!

[@NorthSpore]

Yep, we just had a conversation about this gap in content. We'll be working on that!

[@rosesires4560]

I really enjoyed this video!! So much clear and concise information that I will be coming back and viewing it again. I will also encourage friends and family members that I’ve give kits to, to also watch this video!! Thank you😊

[@NorthSpore]

Amazing, thank you!

[@IvanMarkov-fn9qe]

Totally random video in my feed and I loved it. I'm interested to try it

[@jasonroop3548]

Thank you all so very much! I just updated my Martha today with the setup shown. Brilliant!!. One Question tho - How do you know when it's 'dialed in' exactly? Are you aiming for a certain humidity level or range? Is that the only indicator that everything is working at optimization?

[@NorthSpore]

Good question! Really, the only way to know if it is dialed in correctly is by growing mushrooms and getting them to grow well. For example, if your mushrooms are dry, adjust the settings.

[@momsmushroomsjodyfoster5786]

North Spore you have quickly taken first place on my go-to list for all things mushrooms. Appreciate the teaching videos as well as your cultures and other offerings #mushroom fantasies

[@NorthSpore]

It really is great hearing things like this. Thank you!

[@momsmushroomsjodyfoster5786]

@@NorthSpore my Lions Mane is growing strange shaped pink mounds!! This is my first tent so I'm lost on why they're pink!

[@hradmin5040]

I was a BRF guy for years and had lots of success. I'm wanting to shift to mono tubs and appreciate this helpful info. I'm going to attempt to use a 4" T to tap into an existing dryer vent duct, which will likely require a flap to prevent back flow into the tent system.

[@CTZipp]

Very helpful video. Thanks!

[@Wjprinzi]

Amazingly informative! Thanks so much, Im looking into buying the same humidifier for this rig with the temperature controller, how often do you have to replace the water for the humidifier in a system like this?

[@NorthSpore]

This will vary depending on the humidity you have your tent set to, ambient humidity etc. For example, if you live in the desert where humidity is always very low, you'll run out faster than if you live in a swampy area. Winter and Summer will differ as well. That said, checking it at least 2 times a day is good practice.

[@jackiepitts1302]

Awesome video, as usual! Quick question - wondering what type/pore size of filter you'd recommend if venting into a living space (as opposed to exhaust going out of a window)? Thanks much!!

[@NorthSpore]

We use pre-cut poly filter in this video and with our Boom Room product! We will be selling the individual products on our site next week!

[@jeffmee9326]

Dope. I’m literally laying on my floor building this right now 🤟🏼

[@BehindTheDesertSun]

Oh I love your vid! Keep on going! I started with some monotubs, cause i realize that everywhere in my flat the humidity is way too low. So probably a nice fruiting chanmber will be build, when i got more experience and be able too produce my own substrate. Greetings from Berlin!

[@emilycosette5574]

What type of fan did you install? I have searched for HVAC fans, but I can't seem to find what I'm looking for. Thanks for your content. You're well spoken, down to your speed and annunciation while educating. You've not only inspired me to expand my indoor and outdoor gardens and vermicomposting, into a mushroom farm / fungiculture realm too. You have also solidified, definitely, on my curiosity if I should "spend the time" to be an educational content creator for "homesteading", but more specifically vermiculture and fungiculture. I had talked myself into only my music, but if people didn't share this kind of knowledge.. The kind not a lot of people are looking for, then people like myself would have never found it. Thank you, because damn it really goes to show that anyone can really impact someones life for the better, and I really needed it. If someone was restricted to temporarily only having the option of using a filter over the fan for circulation, what filters do you recommend, how often do you change them? I typically use charcoal filter rolls you can purchase off of places like amazon and cut to size.. I know that activated charcoal can pull impurities out of the air due to ionization, however... by no means do I want to introduce mold / fungi spores into my living space on accident. Thanks in advance for anyone who responds.

[@NorthSpore]

Love to here that we are having a positive impact! See all of our Martha supplies including fans and filters here: northspore.com/collections/fruiting-chambers

[@terryouimet5895]

amazing video! thanks so much for sharing..the room that your martha tent is in, does it need to be temperature controlled with air conditioning or heating? we are in colorado and have a huge mudroom with windows, ideal for a grow room.. but it gets real hot in summer and real cold in winter..thanks !

[@davichas]

Genius guys!!! Priceless INFO!!!

[@charliewarren5935]

Excellent video... Very helpful...

[@sidvadlamudi9062]

Hi, I've been slowly putting together my home lab and fruiting space. I don't have any real room for fruiting mushrooms inside my apartment, however I do have space outside in my covered patio (concrete flooring), and was wondering if I could set up a Martha tent out there? I live in the PNW so generally the outdoor temps and humidity are quite favorable for mushrooms (I already have wild ones growing in nearby landscaping lol) Appreciate all the content and knowledge you put out 👍🏽

[@mitchwilliams6132]

Really fantastic walk through and explanations! I've often seen Martha tents with the humidity at the top and fan at the bottom, do you notice any differences with this setup?

[@NorthSpore]

You're definitely right that some folks will flip the humidifier and fan around with success. However, we've found that funneling the air up and through the fan instead of down, reduces the "splash" effect at the bottom of the tent, thus reducing spores released into the environment. The openings at the bottom also provide a perfect place to pull in fresh air.

[@trevormanuel28]

This was so helpful thank you!!!

[@OM-PeaceE]

thanks.. def goin try

[@christianivanov9966]

Hi there North Spore! Love your videos and this one as well. I wanted to ask if the ventilator has to be on all the time or just in between a few hours for a few minutes?

[@NorthSpore]

You should have it on a cycle timer: northspore.com/collections/martha-tents-supplies/products/fan-cycle-timer

[@JimGriec0]

@northspore Finally the answer I am needing. Did the setup today and the fan just sucks all the humidity out. What times do you suggest for cycling?

[@momsmushroomsjodyfoster5786]

While it may be true that a Martha tent can be set up anywhere. I think it's worth stating that the cleaner your room is the cleaner your tent is going to stay. I tried setting up my first one in our laundry room and it had fruit flies in it within 3 days. My next one is going inside my lab where I have a laminar flow Hood to keep the air clean

[@lividbitterman9985]

You couldn't get it dialed in as shown right?

[@tatetastic007]

amazing work mate!

[@FacesintheStoneShorts]

Thanks for this! Love and Light 🤍

[@thomaslevesque8996]

I liked this video so much I bought a Martha tent kit from you. I had a few questions. It seems the vaporizer steam condenses on the spore pan and a significant amount pools there. This is difficult to clean and/or remove when the tent is in operation. It seems you might have had the same issue in your video. This seems like if it becomes stagnant water at the bottom, it might cause problems of mold and is not getting all the water from the vaporizer into the air to raise the humidity. Wonder if you see this as a problem and what solutions you might have. I wonder how often the fan has to come on, and at what speed? I put mine on the lowest setting possible and on a timer so it only comes on at intervals. Have you found an optimum fan speed and frequency of on/orr? Has anyone experimented with putting SOME hydrogen peroxide in the vaporizer as it would add oxygen to the inside of the tent when the vaporizer is on. If so, what amounts/ratio to water? Can you think of a downside to adding peroxide to the vaporizer? You look and sound like a guy I worked with at Fedco named Adam. If I lived closer I would be interested in working with you folks as you have a great operation there and great people! Thanks for all you do! Tom L

[@bstr0ng]

hey how has your grow been going? Im also trying to find optimal fan times, any tips appreciated!

[@NorthSpore]

It absolutely requires regular sanitizing. A deep clean once a month should be sufficient. The fan sucks the humid air up, so if there is too much pooling, this requires balancing your humidity settings and your fan speed. We have not tried the peroxide and I'm not 100% regarding the safety of that.

[@siov4279]

I just posted the same question up top! I have not yet made one, though I have all the supplies on the way, the spore syringe millet spawn bag ETC... I'm going to try the Rogue Spore Mycology Still Air Box, Mushroom Cloning Box and SAB from amazon. that is because I do not currently have enough resources to make or buy a Laminar flow hood. and I had built my own sab 20 years ago when I purchased my first spore print from high times in about 2001. I did have a few petri's with contamination but I had some that I processed on to the grain medium that were clean also. I ended up getting arrested back then for DWAI and had to tell my parents where it was so it did not dry out and become a fire hazard unfortunately and thinking about it. I believe it should have been about ready to fruit by that time... Oh well. THIS TIME IS GONNA BE GREAT and I am psyched! I just hope the SAP is large enough for my hands??? But I fear the same thing. I do not want to put all this money into this and have it not work. I have ENOUGH JUNK!

[@melusine826]

Ooh, the CO2 emissions are interesting.... I'd want a way to capture /companion plant to offset . I wonder if snake plants instead of a co2 gas exchange pump would work🤔

[@MrImbad99]

Snake plant and servernia for o2 and cacti for co2

[@JTSchey]

Another mushroom channel talks about how they grow microgreens and duct both their greens area and mushroom fruiting area to create an 02 and CO2 cycle between them. Neat stuff ^_^

[@NorthSpore]

Companion planting can work to some degree and a lot of people play around with it. I think you need a few plants to provide enough oxygen for one block. There are also pest issues. Give it a shot and share results!

[@noobulon4334]

I was thinking of using algae in the water tank but I don't think that would play nice with the humidifier 😂

[@ramansedhra6692]

Exactly what I was looking for

[@IronFlag303]

I know this is a couple years old, but if anyone is trying this, when you go to cut the hole for the exhaust, try using a clean vegetable can like a large kidney bean can. heat the opening of the can with the coils on the stove or a torch and simply press it into the plastic. easy and clean cut. tighten it to the fan with the hose clamp and don't forget to use pot holders or something else so you don't burn your hand!

[@mattkeysme]

Awesome. I have a charcuterie chamber that controls humidity and temperature currently. I've been thinking about turning it into a mushroom chamber and this video was helpful. It seems like I just need to add light + airflow.

[@NorthSpore]

Thats a great idea!

[@mattkeysme]

@@NorthSpore Thanks. I'd really like to do hen of the woods which I see are more difficult; but the chamber would hopefully offset that. In the meantime I am starting with a couple of your oyster mushroom spray and grow kits on our kitchen counter to get my feet wet.

[@tracysamuels8754]

Thanks for this..really interesting & def gona do

[@PaulBuikema]

What a great video. So much info and ideas. Thank you.

[@NorthSpore]

Thanks for your support!

[@victorgaladimawa6399]

Awesome stuff!

[@mattski1979]

That is absolutely outstanding. Thank you.

[@NorthSpore]

No problem!

[@emartin8907]

what perfect timing, im building my own right now!

[@NorthSpore]

Great minds think alike!

[@skittlemenow]

This a great video. Ima have to try it out.

[@b1rdp3rson42]

Great information, thank you!!

[@I_WasHere]

your videos area always super helpful. i really appreciate at the end when you were going over common problems. its good information

[@NorthSpore]

Glad it was helpful!

[@I_WasHere]

@@NorthSpore would it be possible to get a video on some more dialed in humidity settings and C02 levels

[@drpipe]

Enjoyed 🙏

[@spg1794]

great vid

[@TheKentg01]

Such a great explanation. Thanks fellas! Looks completely doable.

[@NorthSpore]

Definitely! Reach out with questions anytime.

[@TheKentg01]

@@NorthSpore Will do.