Did you know that good lighting equals good design? Lighting is all about layers…so why not add a little extra sparkle to your kitchen with these four savvy lighting ideas! Task Lighting When most people think about task lighting, they think about food preparation. And the majority of food preparation happens on a counter where…

Michael Smegielski loved his 1916 Waterbury, Connecticut colonial. He and his wife moved in 25 years ago, and made various improvements over the years, but one area remained a disaster—the kitchen. “Although it was serviceable, it had just gotten really tired,” Michael said. It was a home show in Hartford that the Smegielskis first learned…

Tile can be arranged in a variety of patterns and designs to create beautiful walls and floors in your bathroom. Don’t be afraid to shy away from the standard formations. Step away from the norm and check out these five creative tile patterns for bathrooms. 1. Use glass tile to accent a wall of ceramic…

We all love seeing those big kitchen islands on home remodeling shows and in magazines. And maybe you’ve even been dreaming about having a kitchen island in your house. But for reasons of time, budget, or space you may or may not be able to house an island in your kitchen. At TheRTAStore we have…

Are traditional backsplashes not your style? Pass on your standard brick patterns and white subway tile and opt for a backsplash that makes a statement. You can do much more with a backsplash than you think and we’ve got the proof! Check out these seven creative backsplash ideas that can take your kitchen design to…

Did you know TheRTAStore is more than just kitchen and bathroom cabinets? We have a variety of products to help put the finishing touches on your kitchen and bathroom design. Check out our top 5 things we bet you didn’t know TheRTAStore sells. Tile At TheRTAStore we offer a wide assortment of items for kitchens…

Is the way to your heart through your stomach? Do you plan your vacations around meals? Have you saved more recipes on Pinterest than days in a lifetime? If you answered yes, then you are probably a foodie. A grub-loving, snack-savoring, Food Network-watching foodie, one that deserves a kitchen that caters to your passion. Check…

Now that you’ve selected your kitchen cabinets, backsplash, and flooring materials, it’s time to put a little thought into what type of lighting you want in your kitchen. Kitchens benefit from a variety of lighting styles and types liked ceiling, recessed, and natural lighting. Let’s take a look at a few excellent solutions that not…

You’ve seen them in home design magazines—beautiful state-of-the-art range hoods—and secretly swooned. But are these kitchen beauties worth the investment? How do you know if a range hood is right for your home? Here are a few things to consider:   Ventilation Is Key First and foremost, it’s a matter of ventilation. Proper ventilation is…

After a kitchen demolition, there are a few ways to go about recycling used items. Almost everything, from your kitchen appliances to hardwood floors, can be reused or recycled, and can even earn you extra cash. Plan ahead and you could give back to the environment, donate to your community, get some free money, and…