Using the Professional Polish Crystallizer is easy. First, choose a hogs - hair pad, hogs - hair extreme pad, or a white pad. Then, apply the crystallizer on the floor. Make sure your machine's speed is between 175 - 3000 RPM, or you can use it under a hi - speed burnisher. You can expect to polish 600 - 1200 square feet in an hour. As a note, there's no need for steel wool, so you save on the hassle of cleaning up steel wool fibers. Also, since it won't darken grout lines, you don't have to worry about any discoloration. For maintenance, keep it in a cool, dry place. After each use, clean your pads thoroughly to ensure the best performance next time.