Got any weekend plans? With spring only a month away, you may be itching for a little home improvement fun. Believe it or not, these hip and easy DIY projects can be knocked out in a just a few days — and in some case, less than a day! Read on for inspiration and ideas,…
How To Select The Right Sized Area Rug For Your TV Room
An area rug can make your TV room feel homier and more comfortable underfoot. It complements your flooring and fills those awkward, empty spaces between your furniture. Along with solid wood cabinetry, an area rug helps anchor the living room area of a large, open concept kitchen. It can also help transform a tiny TV…
3 Quick And Clean Tips To Freshen Up Your Bathroom
Spring is the perfect time of year for a fresh start, and your bathroom is no exception. If you’re just as tired of cluttered bathroom cabinets and dreary décor as you are of chilly winter weather, check out these quick and clean tips to freshen up your bathroom in time for spring. Tip #1: A…
Lighting 101 For An Open Concept Kitchen
You’d think something as simple as light bulbs would be the least of your concerns. But we all know that good lighting can make or break a room, especially in a space like an open concept kitchen where all of our common areas combine. From the countertops where you prepare dinner to the dining room…
How To Create A Happier And More Functional Home
According to a recent study published by Houselogic, clutter has a profound affect on our mood and self-esteem. Living in a messy and disorganized home can increase stress levels, making us feel anxious and even depressed. Here, we’ll discuss how to create a happier and more functional home, including helpful hacks to curb the dirt…
In The Zone: How To Maximize Storage Space In Your Pantry
Do you have a strategy for putting away groceries? Most of us don’t have a method to the madness. Wherever there’s shelf space usually suffices. We don’t even take a second to think which types of cabinets are best for storing kitchenware vs. food items. Or what we should really be keeping in our pantry….
How To Transform Store-Bought Sweets into Homemade Treats
At the RTA Store, our customers know all the tricks to get that custom home look on a budget — whether it’s taking advantage of our free kitchen design service or installing our DIY kitchen cabinets that come ready to assemble. If you’re like us and love a good do-it-yourself transformation, why stop there? Now…
Cooking Couples: How To Design A Cozy Kitchen Fit For Two
Most of us know that cooking at home is more affordable and healthier than dining out — but did you know it could also help make your relationship stronger? It seems that couples that cook together, stay together. In a recent survey about cooking and relationships, 87% of respondents said that cooking is one of…
3 Reasons To Love Celebrating Valentines Day At Home
Does the thought of making reservations for a crowded restaurant, rushing to get home from work, and fussing to getting ready sound less than romantic? And if you have kids, don’t forget the added wrinkle of finding and shelling out money for a babysitter. If Valentine’s Day stirs up feelings of dread, take a step…
How To Host An Epic Super Bowl Party In Your Very Own TV Room
You don’t have to go out to watch the Super Bowl in style. Your TV room has the potential to be the perfect location for your game day celebrations. Here are our tips and tricks for hosting an epic Super Bowl party right at home. Ensure optimum viewing capabilities. You can have the most mouth-watering…