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Home > Hydroponics > DWC Hydroponic System: Complete Beginner Guide to Deep Water Culture Last Reviewed: August 2026  |  Author: Faisal Habib  |  Fact-Checked: Lab and Field Verified  |  Expert Reviewer: Wara Danish, MSc Plant Biology Difficulty: Beginner DIY | Build Time: 45 Minutes | Estimated Setup Cost: $35 to $65 per bucket | Target DO: >8.0 mg/L ⚡ Quick Answer: The Fundamentals of DWC A dwc hydroponic system (Deep Water Culture) suspends plant roots directly inside an aerated nutrient bath. Size your air pump by airflow output at 1.0 to 1.5 Liters Per Minute (LPM) per gallon of solution, maintain water temperature between 65°F and 68°F (18°C–20°C) to keep…