A kitchen island is one of the most desired kitchen features. If you don't already have one built into your kitchen and kitchen design, that just means it's time to get creative! There are actually a…
The RTA Store’s Top 4 Cabinets For August
The months of August, September and October signify the annual grape harvest for most wineries in Europe and North America. To celebrate, we are featuring our favorite kitchen cabinets, inspired by our favorite fine red wines!…
DIY Kids: Mudroom Essentials Back-To-School Station
This summer, The RTA Store is featuring a special DIY Kids blog series. Here is a fun, boredom-busting activity you can enjoy with your kids this month! A Back-to-School Station has everything you need to get…
5 Questions You Should Always Ask Your Remodel Contractor
From remodeling kitchen cabinetry to knocking down walls, a home renovation is a sizeable investment of money and time. It also takes quite a bite of trust in the person managing the project. But you don’t…
4 Wall Treatment Ideas That Wow
When looking at interior design trends for the home, it’s hard not to notice decorative wall treatments. From popular design shows on HGTV, to favorite home magazines, large statement walls and wainscoting are popping up all…
Choosing The Right Kitchen Sink And Faucet
Just because kitchen sinks and faucets are necessities doesn’t mean shopping for them is easy. There are endless styles available: deep kitchen sinks, standard bowls, double bowls, stainless steel, copper, single-lever faucets, two handles… the list…
Eat Like an Olympian: 4 Lean Meal Prepping Tips for the Ultimate Diet
Personal trainers will tell you that much of the effort to get toned and in shape comes from diet. Make it easy to eat like an Olympian this summer by picking up weekly food preparation. It…
7 Healthy Late Night Snack Ideas
Ever tiptoe to the kitchen for a late night snack? You raid your refrigerator and cupboard for something, anything that will fulfill your cravings, curb your hunger, and help you rest soundly without your tummy grumbling…
How To Season And Clean A Cast Iron Skillet
Every time you use your cast iron skillet, you’re left with a stubborn mess of cooked-on food and grease. So you fill it with soapy water in your kitchen sink and leave it to soak, returning later…
Produce Storage 101: Keep the freshness in Your Produce
Among many things, summertime means enjoying a plethora of fresh fruits and veggies. Whether you’re getting them from the farmer’s market, grocery or your own garden, we all want to keep our summer produce as fresh…