Winter is the perfect time to update the interior of your home. That’s because all the outdoor chores like cutting grass, trimming hedges, and gardening don’t need to be done—giving you the opportunity to turn your attention indoors. So, the next time you’re snowed in, try one (or two!) of these seven simple updates to…
Ditch the Deep Fryer—These Appliances Will Help You Eat Healthy All Year Long
Sticking to your New Year’s resolution to eat healthier can be difficult, especially when you’re trying to cook more nutritiously from scratch. Good intentions can veer off-course when time is short and you and your family are hungry. Stay on track with these appliances that make healthy eating at home easier: Blender A blender is…
How To Cover A Countertop With Pennies
Pinterest has given us DIY’ers a lot of inspiration, and most lately we’re coveting the genius ‘Penny Countertop.’ This simple way to update an old kitchen countertop or home bar is as inexpensive as it is eye catching. So where do you start? Just whip out your coin jar and follow this easy guide —…
How To Choose The Best Flooring For Your Kitchen
There are many different flooring choices available for your kitchen — so many it can be overwhelming and difficult to narrow it down to one choice. If you’re like most of us and have a hard time making the right decision, then read on as we compile a list of a few excellent flooring choices…
How To Use the New Kitchen Appliances You Got for Christmas
Are you the owner of a shiny new kitchen appliance? Maybe you were thrilled when you un-wrapped it, but now are unsure what to do with it. Or maybe you’re just looking for a good recipe to try out. Have no fear —we’ve got you covered. Take a look at these three commonly gifted appliances…
New Year’s Resolution: Organize Your Kitchen!
Maybe your kitchen looks a little disheveled in the aftermath of holiday hosting. Or maybe getting it in order was on your list of things to do last year, but you never got around to it. Whatever your reason, organizing your kitchen is a great resolution for the New Year, and these five tips will…
How to Design a Bathroom on a Tight Budget
Not all home remodeling is costly, but a bathroom renovation will usually run you a couple grand. Big-ticket items, such as toilets and bathtubs, are essential when updating your bathroom but are not cheap. If you’re designing a bathroom on a tight budget read on for our tips on how you can save on your…
How To Install A Kitchen Countertop
Are you thinking about what your next DIY project will be? Why not try installing a new kitchen countertop. If you have no idea of how to begin, then you’re in luck! We’ve put together a helpful, fun, and easy how-to guide for you on today’s blog. We know starting a new project can be…
Pantry Makeover! How To Have a Healthier Kitchen in the New Year
Many of us have resolved to be healthier in 2015, and at TheRTAStore, we believe the best place to start is the pantry! A few simple changes can make a big difference. Follow our practical guide to a healthier kitchen and a healthier family! Get in the Food Storage Zone. Dividing your pantry into…
2015 Color Of The Year…Marsala
In case you missed the news amongst the crush of holiday shopping and celebrity internet stunts, on December 4th Pantone the global color authority released the new color of the year for 2015 — Marsala — which they describe as “a naturally robust and earthy wine red.” According to the Executive Director of the Pantone…