From working to weeding, cooking and cleaning—moms do a lot. Celebrate and thank your mom this Mother’s Day (May 10th for all of her hard work and loving care throughout the year. While flowers, jewelry and brunch are thoughtful gifts, flowers wilt, jewelry loses it sparkle and waffles get eaten. So get her something she…
How To Make Healthy Pizza At Home
Who doesn’t love pizza? It’s inexpensive. It’s tasty. It’s customizable. It’s convenient. And it’s often considered junk food — but it doesn’t have to be! In fact, pizza made right in your own kitchen can be super healthy and delicious! Add a slice of nutrition to your diet and enjoy this food favorite without feeling…
Cultural Corner: Taking Italian Food Past Pasta
Rigatoni, ravioli, tagliatelle, fettuccine, spaghetti—the list could go on and on. Pastas are some of the best and most well-known foods to come out of Italy, but these delicious egg and flour concoctions aren’t the only delicious Italian treats. There’s more to this country’s cooking repertoire than noodles. Here are a few scrumptious recipes sans…
12 Things You Didn’t Know TheRTAStore Sells Part 2
Here at TheRTAStore we have much more than Pre-Assembled and Ready to Assemble kitchen cabinets. We offer a wide selection of products and accessories to help you complete your kitchen or bathroom remodel. You already discovered the first six in Part 1 of this series, and today we’re sharing six more. Bathroom Accessories Complete…
12 Things You Didn’t Know TheRTAStore Sells Part 1
Most people know TheRTAStore for our beautiful selection of Ready to Assemble and Pre-Assembled kitchen cabinets. But what surprises people the most are some of the other fantastic items we offer our customers as well. Cabinet Pulls/Knobs Yes, you read that right! We offer a wide variety of beautiful kitchen cabinet pulls and knobs. Our…
Happy Earth Day: 7 Ways to Go Green in Your Kitchen
Planting a tree, picking up trash, or biking to work are all great ways to celebrate Earth Day, which is quickly approaching (April 22nd to be exact!). But how about turning the focus indoors this year? There are plenty of ways to help the planet in your own home, and the kitchen is a great…
A Guide to Hardware for Kitchen Cabinets
Since most kitchen cabinets are not sold with hardware, it’s up to homeowners to decide which knobs and pulls to pair with their selection. This is not always the easiest decision, since there are so many unique styles and finishes to choose from. To help you on your search for the perfect hardware for your…
How To Prep Your Home For Spring In 4 Simple Steps
If you’re living in the Northeast it might seem like spring is taking forever and a day to arrive! While you’re waiting for spring to make a grand entrance, you might as well start getting ready with these simple steps. Meanwhile, if spring has already sprung in your neck of the woods, it’s never too…
How to Turn Your Kitchen Island into a Home Bar
The island may just be one of the most versatile spots in your kitchen. In fact, it can even be the perfect spot for a home bar—whether you’re hosting a party, having a few friends over, or playing bartender for a romantic night in for two. Now that you have a bar, here are simple,…
How To Decorate A Room Using Monochromatic Colors
Do you want to create a serene living room space? Are you trying to make a small kitchen seem large? Do you like the clean look of modern bathrooms? There are a lot of reasons homeowners choose a monochromatic color scheme in their home, and if you answered yes to one of those questions, it…