I use rockwool also. I wait until it feels slightly moist before I water again, as if I licked my finger just a little. I touch with the back of my index knuckle if im really not sure. I water from the top carefully so I can see the water start to come out the bottom. You dont want the cube to dry out or get soggy. I leave the surrounding plastic like material on for shape and to contain the water as it goes in the cube. You want even watering. Also the color changes. When the cube gets lighter in color, and weight are good indicators when to water again. Hope this helps too. I used to struggle a bit.