INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Use the flat side of the trowel to key in the thinset, and then comb with the notched side of the trowel with even horizontal lines. The goal is to have a nice even application of cement or mortar for the tile to hold onto, and even horizontal lines grip the tile better than random curved lines. Only lay down as much mortar as you can work with in 10 minutes; otherwise it will begin to harden and become difficult to work with. If you're using tile cement, give it about 15 minutes to become tacky so the tile will stick properly. Use tile cement with linoleum and vinyl tiles, and thinset mortar with ceramic or porcelain tiles. Press each tile gently into the cement or mortar; you can also use a rubber mallet to do this after you complete each section. Butt each new tile up to these, taking care not to slide the tiles through the adhesive material. Wipe up the thinset that squishes up between the tiles. Then, measure the space between the last tile and the wall and mark the tiles you need to cut. Use a wet saw to make these cuts and install the cut tiles like you installed the others. If you lay all the tile in the middle of the room first and then mark and cut your tile afterward, you only need to rent the wet saw for one day, saving you tile and money. As you lay down smaller pieces of tile in the corners of rooms, back-butter the individual tiles instead of messily trying to get mortar into the small nooks and crannies of your room. Some can be left in place so check with the manufacturer to be sure.

SUMMARY: Lay down tile cement or thinset mortar where your first section of tile will be. Start laying the floor tiles in the middle of the room, lining them up with your chalk lines. Put a grout spacer at each corner of your tiles. Continue laying all but the tiles on the outer edges of your room. Allow the tile adhesive to dry overnight, then remove the grout spacers, if necessary.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: According to the warnings provided by Plexus Worldwide, Plexus Boost should not be taken as part of the same regimen as Plexus Accelerator +. Plexus Worldwide does not offer reasoning for this, but many Ambassadors say that the two supplements may have negative interactions with one another. Plexus Boost is designed to work with the pilot Plexus product, Plexus Slim. Plexus Worldwide advises starting with just Plexus Slim for your first week. After that, you can add 1-2 capsules of Plexus Boost to your daily routine. According to the Plexus Worldwide website, you should take 1 or 2 tablets of Plexus Boost every day, preferably in the morning. No information is offered regarding how to decide whether you should take 1 or 2 capsules. Some Plexus Ambassadors recommend cycling Plexus Boost on a weekly basis. In this case, you would take Plexus Boost for a week, then take a break from taking Boost for a week.

SUMMARY: Avoid taking Plexus Boost with Plexus Accelerator +. Start Plexus Boost after your first week of Plexus Slim. Take Plexus Boost every day, ideally in the morning.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you are experiencing what is known as the "Hell Itch"--extreme itching that usually sets in about 48 hours after a burn, a very hot shower may be the best course of action. The Hell Itch does not respond to other treatments, and is so persistent and severe it can lead to sleep deprivation, depression, aggressiveness, and suicidal thoughts. If no other treatment works, including those recommended by your doctor, you may choose to try this method. If you are under 18, talk to your parents first. Take a shower in water that is turned up as hot as you can stand. Don't use soap or scrub your skin--the hot water will dry your skin out and soap will make this worse. Continue with the extremely hot showers until the itching subsides (usually about two days). The hot showers work because the brain can only process one sensation at a time. The heat of the water activates the pain nerves, which will suppress or shut down the sensation of itching. If the itching is so bad you can't concentrate on anything else--you can't work, can't sleep--and feel like you might go crazy, your doctor may be able to help with an aggressive treatment. A high-potency steroid cream may reduce inflammation and calm the itching. These medications are available by prescription only, and can weaken your immune system and cause other serious side effects. They should only be used in the most extreme cases.

SUMMARY: Take a hot shower for severe itching that doesn't respond to treatment. Talk to your doctor about prescribing a high-potency steroid cream.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: In a small mixing bowl, combine two parts baking soda with one part vegetable oil. With your clean fingers or a kitchen utensil, mix the soda and oil until it forms a thick, well blended paste. Make enough paste to lightly coat all greasy surfaces of your cabinets. As an example, if you plan on using 2 tbsp (30 ml) of oil, you'd need to use 4 tbsp (59 ml) of baking soda. Alternatively, you could substitute mineral oil in place of vegetable oil. Use the same amount of mineral oil as you would vegetable oil. Test this paste on an out of sight spot on your cabinets. Some finishes may react negatively to baking soda's mild abrasive properties. The cleaning paste should be quite thick. While cleaning your cabinets, it's likely that some of this paste will fall onto the area beneath them, along with absorbed grease and grime. Lay out a cover, like newspaper, a drop cloth, or an old towel, under your cabinets to catch falling paste. Scoop up a small amount of the paste with your fingers. Gently rub the paste onto all dirty surfaces of the cabinet in a thin coat. Pay close attention to handles, where grease and buildup collect naturally. Use a non-abrasive sponge or soft, lint-free dishcloth to lightly scrub the paste on your cabinets. Work it into nooks, crannies, and cracks in the grain. For narrow spaces or detail cleaning, use a toothbrush. Cleanse your sponge or dishcloth by rinsing it in clean water. When clean, wring it out so it is damp. Wipe away any paste still on your cabinets with the sponge or cloth. Dry the surface of the cabinets with a soft, lint-free drying cloth. If any grease remains, spot clean it with leftover paste in the fashion described. When your cabinets are clean, remaining paste can be thrown away.

SUMMARY:
Create a paste with baking soda and vegetable oil. Cover the area beneath your cabinets. Apply the paste to the cabinets with your clean fingers. Scrub the paste to remove grease. Remove the paste and wipe the cabinets dry.