Fall is officially here! It’s time to take those overdue and overlooked projects off the back burner, and get in DIY mode. From solid wood cabinetry you can install yourself, to swapping out that old laminate countertop for natural stone, here are a few fabulous home improvement projects to tackle this fall. Tackle That Tired…
How To Compost Food Scraps Right In Your Own Kitchen
Composting is good for your yard and the environment. Unfortunately, composting is not as common as it should be, because many people are unaware of how to actually compost or just how easy it really is. The truth is, composting is a very simple process that can be done right in your home kitchen. If…
3 Delicious DIY Seasoning Blends To Make In Your Own Kitchen
While some of us love to cook, and some of us don’t, everyone loves to eat! Elevate your cooking skills to the next level with these delicious do it yourself seasoning blends you can make right in your own kitchen. After all, you installed DIY kitchen cabinets, so why not DIY your spices as well!…
How To Fix Up A Rental Property Without Spending A Fortune
Location isn’t everything. The condition of the home also plays a huge role when pricing a rental property. While some renovations can be extremely pricey, there are other more affordable changes you can make to improve your investment. To make sure you’re getting the most from your rental property, try fixing things up with these…
The RTA Store vs. Big Box Stores – What’s the Difference for Contractors?
At The RTA Store, we know independent contractors live by an old but true saying: “Time is money.” The most successful – and profitable – projects use great-looking, high-quality materials with a good margin and get done on schedule. For materials like bathroom and kitchen cabinets, this means an easy ordering process, prices that make…
How to Display Wine Artistically in Your Kitchen Island
Written by Karissa Risi Where to Place Your Wine Rack First, consider the placement of your wine rack. A kitchen island is a perfect location as it stands to be the centerpiece of any kitchen. Make sure to store wine bottles with the necks of the bottles facing outwards. Besides being aesthetically pleasing, it allows…
How To Make A College Apartment Feel Like Home
While living in a college apartment is only temporary, it will still be your child’s “home away from home” for several years. Make their college experience the best it can be by adding the comforts of home to their college apartment with these smart tips. First and foremost, go along on the apartment hunt. Have…
3 Practical Tips When Planning A Kitchen Remodel
It’s easy to get caught up in the fancy features and luxurious designs found in magazines. But let yourself get too lost and you may find yourself right smack in the middle of a kitchen remodel that’s completely out of your league. When taking on the commitment of a kitchen remodel, it’s important to stay…
Smart Hacks For Stress-Free Back To School Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners
Back to school is in full swing, and relaxed summer days are being replaced with stressful morning routines and rushed dinners. This school year, wake up worry-free and ready to send the kids to the bus stop with these helpful hacks for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Breakfast Want to start the day off on the…
Pros and Cons of an Open Concept Kitchen
If you’re looking to update your kitchen or do a little remodel to make it current, you’ve probably heard all about the open concept kitchen. This popular kitchen design opens up multiple rooms into a single living space—typically the living room, dining room and kitchen combination. This open concept kitchen design works well for people…