'Media' refers to the glass bead mixture used in blasting. While terms like 'sand' or 'abrasive' are sometimes used, they typically describe other materials, not glass beads.

Our cabinets make it easy to change water and reuse media with a simple drain system. Change the water when it looks cloudy or muddy—this depends on what you're cleaning. Water will run out of the drain and leave settled media behind. As for the media, swap it out after about every two water changes or when cleaning efficiency drops. Let the pump agitate the media slurry for a few minutes and it will come right out with the water. Need more media? We've got refill bags ready for you!

No need to stir the media by hand! Just let the pump run for a couple of minutes without using the cabinet—it does a great job circulating the water and media slurry. If your cabinet has been unused for a few months, consider changing the water to avoid contamination. Fresh water also helps mix up settled media.