April means Earth Day is quickly approaching! While you may already have outdoor plans to celebrate Earth Day, there are plenty of things you can do indoors that are eco-friendly too. The kitchen is one of the most used rooms in the home, so it’s a great place to start your “green” home makeover. Here are four eco-friendly upgrades to…

Dirty grout and cracked tile can give away the age of your bathroom faster than a gray hair. But the cost of materials and labor might make you reluctant to retile your bathroom floors. Hey, no judgment! Home repair can be expensive and you’re not the only one hoping the floor fairy will come by…

No matter how you slice it, classic banana bread is moist and delicious, and filled with yummy banana goodness! Everyone knows bananas contain healthy vitamins, minerals and potassium, but did you know brown spotted bananas have more antioxidants, and are actually sweeter than their yellow/green counterparts? It’s true! But as bananas brown, they tend to…

Still looking for a way to spend your refund check? Your kitchen could be a wise place to spend that extra moolah. Remodeling magazine’s 2016 Cost vs. Value report estimates, on average, you’ll get back about 83% of the cost for a minor kitchen remodel if you sell–that’s up 2.5% from last year. Even if you’re not looking…

For April’s featured cabinets we are highlighting the strong beauty of some of our favorite espresso finishes. Like a rich cup of Italian roast, these cabinets all have deep brown hues that complement a wide range of kitchen designs and offer a look that is truly timeless.   RTA Espresso Bean   These ready to…

With spring in step and summer just around the corner, it’s time to show off your home and your hosting skills. Take advantage of your yard, and turn it into the greatest party place ever for your friends and family to enjoy! Read more to find out the top ten tips for outdoor entertaining from The RTA…

World Health Day is April 7th and what better way to celebrate than enjoying good-for-you foods. The steps to getting healthy are best started in the kitchen. Your kitchen cabinets may be holding the foods that keep you from being your healthiest you! So, start this year’s World Health Day change inside the kitchen. This year World…

Everyone knows April showers bring May flowers! Spring is here and what better way to celebrate the season than by enhancing your garden. The beautiful greenery and blooming flowers are the main reason most of us love this time of year, so why not make your home a little happier? Take your garden to the…

Pasta salads are a staple of spring picnics, and make the perfect side dish for grilled meats and fish. We’re not talking traditional macaroni salad here (although that is delicious in it’s own right). Nope, these pasta salads take it to the next level, with meat, cheese, and fresh seasonal herbs and veggies. So grab…

Even those who routinely clean their kitchen may slack when it comes to appliances. No judgment here! Large appliances are usually one of the last things homeowners think about, which is why tackling them as part of spring cleaning is so important. Here are the easiest ways to clean your dishwasher, refrigerator, oven and microwave….