I thoroughly dusted, then used Bona cleaner (fresh pad) and let dry a couple hours with a fan running. Using a clean designated polish pad, I applied the low gloss polish and was not happy with the finish; looked like matte finish. Laundered & completely dried the polishing pad, went out & purchased the high gloss polish, and completed the same area. (No one walked on surface so I did not reclean the floor.) Now that it is dry, I see a beautiful finish, but not a super high gloss! I believe the secret is allowing enough drying time for cleaner and using clean DRY pads at the start of each clean and polish session. Very time-consuming this first time, but the second half of room should be a breeze!