Reddit Reddit reviews VIVOSUN Durable Waterproof Seedling Heat Mat Warm Hydroponic Heating Pad 3'' x 20" for Kombucha Tea & Beer Brewing, Fermentation, Seedlings & Plant Germination

We found 7 Reddit comments about VIVOSUN Durable Waterproof Seedling Heat Mat Warm Hydroponic Heating Pad 3'' x 20" for Kombucha Tea & Beer Brewing, Fermentation, Seedlings & Plant Germination. Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.

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VIVOSUN Durable Waterproof Seedling Heat Mat Warm Hydroponic Heating Pad 3'' x 20
RELIABLE RESULTS: VIVOSUN’s professional heat mat maintains temperatures in the sweet spot of around 20-30℃(68-86℉)- perfect for seed starting and cutting propagationBUILT TO LAST: Supple, flexible and ultra-durable, VIVOSUN goes beyond stringent MET standards, water-resistance that enables safe scrubbing and a 1-year warrantySTABLE, UNIFORM HEAT: VIVOSUN's strengthened heating film ensure this durable mat never scorches your roots and produces lots of revitalizing dew when used with a humidity domeBEST SAVINGS IN THE MARKET: This 3" x 20" mat is perfect for small spaces, like countertops and windowsills ; it also runs on only 6.5 Watts to help you save on electricityPLANTS' BEST FRIEND: Works perfectly for spring seedling starts, in the winter or any time your plants need a heat boost, also for brewing and heating your kombucha, kimchi or yogurt
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7 Reddit comments about VIVOSUN Durable Waterproof Seedling Heat Mat Warm Hydroponic Heating Pad 3'' x 20" for Kombucha Tea & Beer Brewing, Fermentation, Seedlings & Plant Germination:

u/strawberrydreamgirl · 3 pointsr/Kombucha

It's this guy. It's been working well--I check on it a couple of times a day and adjust the towel as needed to keep it right at 76.

u/DoctorMoebius · 3 pointsr/Kombucha

I’ve been using these [seedling heating pads](VIVOSUN Durable Waterproof Seedling Heat Mat Warm Hydroponic Heating Pad 3'' x 20" for Kombucha Tea & Beer Brewing, Fermentation, Seedlings & Plant Germination https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073PTZCJ4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Lfn8AbDNHSQ89 ) with great success the last 4 months. I wrap them around my 1F jars

I use this [temperature controller with sensor](VIVOSUN Digital Seedling Heat Mat Thermostat Controller 68-108℉ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015F4VFGI?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf) to control them

u/inzeos · 3 pointsr/Kombucha

I would recommend starting with a jar like this;

https://www.amazon.com/1-gallon-USDA-Fermentation-Glass-Jar/dp/B006ZRBGSC/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1524584912&sr=8-8&keywords=kombucha+1+gallon+jar

You won't need the top; however, it's nice to store for later use of the jar.

Add to that a standard coffee filter and an elastic to keep it on the jar.

It has a 1 gallon volume so you can follow the subreddits suggestion for a master recipe;

https://www.reddit.com/r/Kombucha/comments/5b1ztm/reddit_master_kombucha_recipe/

If it tends to be cold where you are < 75 F ambient temperature you may want to consider also snagging one of these;

https://www.amazon.com/VIVOSUN-Waterproof-Hydroponic-Fermentation-Germination/dp/B073PTZCJ4/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1524584986&sr=8-4&keywords=kombucha+heater

If you are sourcing something used, please be sure to know what was in it before and clean it appropriately and then rinse it to insure no antibacterial or other cleaner residues reside, which could hinder the yeast and or bacteria from thriving.

Many folks prefer to have more surface area for the pelical to grow and find that it speeds up the over all process along with having appropriate temperatures.

Good luck!

u/Nicaara · 2 pointsr/Kombucha

Grab a Kombucha heating pad off of Amazon, they're really cheap!

I use this for my window plants to keep them warm, it is the perfect size for my Kombucha jar too: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B073PTZCJ4?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_t1

u/Tiddermemore · 2 pointsr/fermentation

Hi,

Caveats to below:

  1. This is copied from a previous response on another thread on this topic.
  2. I emailed the manufacturer of my fermenting container about lead...NO lead in their porcelain...also...on their site...container is good for 'fermenting kombucha'...ultimately, the question is do you believe this...I did/do.

    Interesting you bring up glass...I used a Walmart 2 gallon glass jar for months (no problems with mold due to use of grow mat with thermostat...at least this is why I think I did not have mold) and decided I like continuous brew (had this going in a 2.5 gall glass lemonade dispenser seperately) So I went to kombucha Kamp to see what they were selling for continuous brew...NO glass...they had porcelain, 304+stainless and one other material if I recall correctly, but no glass. This made me really start to wonder....why???...why are the kombucha experts not selling glass. I knew about glass possibly containing lead (no relationship to your original post...I think)...but this fact alone...that kombucha Kamp was not selling glass for their kombucha continuous brew made me retire all my glass when I switched over to continuous brew. I decided on porcelain...and found 2.5 gal continuous brew setups for very cheap online.
    In my opinion the biggest reason for mold is temps too cold...glass, without insulation looses heat quickly....especially in winter.
    My setup: Brew Container: https://foryourwater.com/collections/water-dispenser-crocks/products/solid-black-crock-dispenser-porcelain-silver-faucet-fyw-cksblk?variant=5588511457311
    Germination mat: VIVOSUN Durable Waterproof Seedling Heat Mat Warm Hydroponic Heating Pad 3'' x 20" for Kombucha Tea & Beer Brewing, Fermentation, Seedlings & Plant Germination https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073PTZCJ4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_taa_Y0QMCbVKHEB93
    Thermostat: VIVOSUN Digital Seedling Heat Mat Thermostat Controller 68-108℉ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015F4VFGI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_taa_81QMCb2K5YSWK
    Stainless steel dispenser: Oak Leaf Replacement Spigot for Beverage Dispenser,Water Dispenser Faucet, Stainless Steel Spigot for Drink Dispenser, Food Grade, 2-Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JZ6KJQJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_taa_T2QMCbJTK12ED
    And insulation in colder weather...Reflectix for inner and outer layer and middle layer of thick insulating fabric...velcro to hold it all together....insulation saves money in cold weather....cutout where the spigot is.
    Place germination mat wrapped around upper part of brewing container.
    Hope this post is not too long.
u/GERONIMOOOooo___ · 1 pointr/fermentation

OK, here's my feedback:

  1. I prefer to experiment in quart jars, then scale up to half-gallon. But that's totally a personal preference. I don't see any issues with the sizes you listed at all. Maybe throw in a couple half-gallons in case he decides to go big.
  2. Airlocks make a world of difference. No more burping, and much less chance of mold and kahm yeast. I just recently ordered these to augment some other ones I have, and so far they are fantastic.
  3. Normal jars are just fine
  4. If he's doing kraut, sure...grab one. A simple wooden one is all he'd need.

    The only other thing I'd add is maybe a heating mat like this if it gets cold inside where you are. I have one and another on the way, and they really help ensure an active ferment.
u/Tiananmen-Square · 1 pointr/Kombucha

Sounds like its too cold. Why dont you get one of these heater bands for $11 on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/VIVOSUN-Waterproof-Hydroponic-Fermentation-Germination/dp/B073PTZCJ4/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8