Whether you're remodeling your entire home or a single room, there are a few things you'll want to cover to ensure that the process goes smoothly. Avoid the following common mistakes, and you should be good to go! First off, you need to know what you're capable of and do yourself versus what you will…
How To Boil Eggs (Perfectly) And Dye Them The Natural Way!
Perfectly hardboiled eggs have two noticeable traits. First, the whites should be firm but not rubbery. Second, the yolk should be fully cooked, creamy, and bright yellow. Undercook them and they will be slimy and runny. Overcook them and you get an unappetizing green ring around the yolk. At The RTA Store, we know…
It’s All About the Breakfast Nook
Who doesn't love a breakfast nook? A breakfast nook just adds that cozy, homey touch that kitchen needs. Although called a "breakfast" nook, you can really enjoy your nook for all meals at all times of day. It allows you and your family to come together in a more casual setting while eating. A breakfast…
How to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient
For some homeowners, saving energy is the last thing on their minds. Kitchen sinks are left running, we forget to turn off the lights when we leave a room, and the air conditioner is keeping an empty house cool during the day. But this needs to change. By making your home more energy efficient you…
7 Tropical Houseplants That Are Perfect For The Bathroom
Tropical houseplants need low light, high humidity, and warm temperatures, making the bathroom the perfect place for them to thrive. Place one of these tropical houseplants near the windowsill or atop your bathroom vanity for instant décor and natural beauty. Bromeliads Growing bromeliads is easy in the right environment. Unique and exotic, this tropical…
6 Tips To Get Your Home Ready For Spring
Are you over winter? We don’t blame you! Bring on the flowers, sunny skies and warmer weather! The first day of spring is March 20th, which actually is a lot closer than it seems (regardless of what the groundhog predicted). Even if you still have leftover holiday cookies in your kitchen pantry cabinet, winter is in…
Fall In Love With The RTA Store’s Favorite Romantic Cabinets for February
Since Valentine’s Day is this month, now is the perfect time to fall in love with a new kitchen! Let us help you create the kitchen of your dreams with our free kitchen design tool. But first, check out The RTA Store’s favorite romantic cabinets for February. Cambridge Saddle Glaze If you long for…
3 Clever Solutions For A Blank Wall
Do you find yourself staring at a blank wall day in and day out, wondering what to do with that big, empty space? Get inspired and give your home a creative, custom touch with these clever solutions. From beautiful backsplash tile (hint: it’s not just for accenting kitchen cabinets anymore), to gallery walls and reclaimed…
The 5 Keys To Designing A Rustic Bathroom Makeover
The process of designing a new bathroom can be filled with adventure as you explore different ways to bring your dream to life. A great first step is to decide the theme you’d like to follow. One trend that is gaining momentum is the rustic bathroom theme. This theme combines minimalism with the great outdoors…
7 Tips For Safely Storing Leftovers
The holiday season brings together family, friends, fun, and foods that fill up your fridge and kitchen pantry cabinet! But what do you do with all of the remaining delicious eats? Don’t let great food to go waste – simply store them for later! But take care of your leftovers and store them safely to…