Introduction
In most modern homes today, kitchen wall cabinets are the focus of the kitchen, because not only do they serve a functional purpose, but they also provide some aesthetic appeal. Kitchen appliances are usually blended in with the finish that is used on the kitchen wall cabinets. The look and feel of furniture made from fine wood enhances the look of the kitchen and home as a whole, but these pieces of furniture are usually very expensive. This does not mean you should lose out on the elegance and warmth created by kitchen wall cabinets made using quality wood since it is possible to make your own.
Step 1
Take some measurements of your kitchen and come up with a scale drawing with the kitchen wall cabinets you want to make. Make sure you get the width, height and length that you need.
Step 2
Cut out the frame of your cabinets from the wood you purchased and screw them together. This is the frame that you will install later on.
Step 3
Get some support rods for the shelf that will be at the middle and lower part of the frame. Make sure you have enough supports that will allow you to have more than two shelves.
Step 4
Make a backing for the kitchen cabinets. This is a simple piece of wood that you will directly mount on the kitchen wall. Attach some studs on the backing so that it provides your kitchen wall cabinets with the support that is required.
Step 5
Cut an adequate amount of wood to ensure that it fits the kitchen cabinets’ end pieces. Secure the end pieces at the top, bottom and sides to ensure that the final result is neat. The doors can be precut or you can make your own but the precut ones are better since they will not require any additional cuts to be made in the wood.
The handles for your cabinets should be bought when you are purchasing the wood, after which you can easily screw them into the doors.
Things You'll Need
• Measuring tape
• Power drill and bits
• 4-foot spirit level
• Philips and flathead screwdrivers
• Handsaw
• C-clamps
• Wood screws
• Pencil
• Ledger material
• Quarter round molding
• Utility knife
Tips
• When selecting wood to use for your kitchen cabinets, select clean, flat and straight pieces and check if the corners are damaged.
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• When you are putting up the cabinets, make sure that they will not block your kitchen door or anything else when they are opened.
Warnings
• Make sure you have someone to help you lift and hold the cabinets when you are installing them to prevent any injuries.
Keywords
• install kitchen cabinets
• kitchen wall cabinets
• kitchen cabinets
• wall cabinets
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How to Do Your Own Divorce Papers
Overview
Divorce is usually a very stressful and emotional experience for most people and this is one of the reasons legal representation is sought. The process begins when divorce papers are filed in court. If your divorce is not contested, it is possible to file your own papers and save yourself a lot of money. It also provides you with an opportunity to be in control of the divorce process, unlike in situations where the lawyer is in charge of everything. Learn about the divorce laws that are applicable in your state before you begin. This is important: Laws vary from one state to another. States also can vary in the filing process or the paperwork that is included in the divorce.
Step 1
Get information about the divorce requirements in you state by searching the Internet. Download the divorce papers or get them from the courthouse in your county. The forms you get will be determined by the grounds for divorce.
Step 2
Set aside adequate time to carefully go through the forms and fill them in. This is an easy process if you and your partner have already discussed the divorce details. Avoid filling them in if you have not discussed the details with your partner and come to an agreement.
Step 3
File three copies of the completed papers with the courthouse. An original marriage certificate and a statement about the child arrangements you have with your partner should also be sent to the court. Filing the papers will cost you less than $100 in most states.
Step 4
Ensure that your partner gets a copy of the papers you filed with the courts, including an acknowledgment of service which has to be signed to indicate that the divorce is consensual. Once this is done, the court will issue you with a Notice of Issue of Petition. You must ascertain its accuracy by sending an Affidavit of Evidence together with an Application for Directions for Trial to the court.
Step 5
Wait for a Decree Nisi to be pronounced by the court. This is the legal pronouncement that symbolizes the status of your divorce as almost final. Six weeks after the pronouncement, you can make a formal application for a Decree Absolute via the Internet. The Decree Absolute signifies the completion of your divorce and thus the end of your marital union to your partner. The waiting period allows for any objections to be raised before the divorce is finalized.
Things You'll Need
• Affidavits
• Notice of impending hearing
• Divorce petition
• Financial documents
• Alimony
• Divorce forms
• Marriage certificate
Tips
• Keep track of the financial transactions you are involved in during the divorce-papers filing process. If arrangements are made between you and your spouse, make sure they are all included in the decree. This is essential to prevent any problems once the divorce is final.
Warnings
• Consult the courthouse in your county or search the Internet for any information you are not sure about when filing your papers to prevent any mistakes.
Keywords
• Divorce papers
• filing process
• agreement
Reference
• Represent yourself in court: how to prepare & try a winning case; Paul Bergman, Sara J. Berman-Barrett; 2008
Divorce is usually a very stressful and emotional experience for most people and this is one of the reasons legal representation is sought. The process begins when divorce papers are filed in court. If your divorce is not contested, it is possible to file your own papers and save yourself a lot of money. It also provides you with an opportunity to be in control of the divorce process, unlike in situations where the lawyer is in charge of everything. Learn about the divorce laws that are applicable in your state before you begin. This is important: Laws vary from one state to another. States also can vary in the filing process or the paperwork that is included in the divorce.
Step 1
Get information about the divorce requirements in you state by searching the Internet. Download the divorce papers or get them from the courthouse in your county. The forms you get will be determined by the grounds for divorce.
Step 2
Set aside adequate time to carefully go through the forms and fill them in. This is an easy process if you and your partner have already discussed the divorce details. Avoid filling them in if you have not discussed the details with your partner and come to an agreement.
Step 3
File three copies of the completed papers with the courthouse. An original marriage certificate and a statement about the child arrangements you have with your partner should also be sent to the court. Filing the papers will cost you less than $100 in most states.
Step 4
Ensure that your partner gets a copy of the papers you filed with the courts, including an acknowledgment of service which has to be signed to indicate that the divorce is consensual. Once this is done, the court will issue you with a Notice of Issue of Petition. You must ascertain its accuracy by sending an Affidavit of Evidence together with an Application for Directions for Trial to the court.
Step 5
Wait for a Decree Nisi to be pronounced by the court. This is the legal pronouncement that symbolizes the status of your divorce as almost final. Six weeks after the pronouncement, you can make a formal application for a Decree Absolute via the Internet. The Decree Absolute signifies the completion of your divorce and thus the end of your marital union to your partner. The waiting period allows for any objections to be raised before the divorce is finalized.
Things You'll Need
• Affidavits
• Notice of impending hearing
• Divorce petition
• Financial documents
• Alimony
• Divorce forms
• Marriage certificate
Tips
• Keep track of the financial transactions you are involved in during the divorce-papers filing process. If arrangements are made between you and your spouse, make sure they are all included in the decree. This is essential to prevent any problems once the divorce is final.
Warnings
• Consult the courthouse in your county or search the Internet for any information you are not sure about when filing your papers to prevent any mistakes.
Keywords
• Divorce papers
• filing process
• agreement
Reference
• Represent yourself in court: how to prepare & try a winning case; Paul Bergman, Sara J. Berman-Barrett; 2008
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