A well-organized pantry isn't just a bonus—it's a must-have in every kitchen. From making cooking and meal prep more manageable to saving time and money by keeping tabs on your groceries, pantry organization is an absolute game-changer. If you've had enough of cluttered shelves and endless searches for ingredients, it's time to rethink your pantry ...

When you first walk into a home, one of the first rooms to catch the eye is the bathroom. The bathroom is one of the most important rooms when it comes to resale value, and the numbers agree. A well-designed bathroom can add as much as 20% to the value of your home, making it one of the smartest investments you can make. On average, people should e...

Are you feeling cramped in your small bathroom? Well, do not worry.  You are definitely not alone. Many of us are faced with the challenge of making a small bathroom work for their needs. Whether you dream of additional storage space or a spacious luxury feel, a bathroom that feels bigger is common goal for every bathroom remodel.  There is no need...

When it comes to bathroom remodeling, careful planning and budgeting are essential for any type of bathroom.  The actual costs of your bathroom remodel may exceed your initial expectations. However, don't worry! We're here to provide you with valuable advice and education to guide you through the process and ensure a successful bathroom remodeling ...

Home renovation projects can be incredibly exciting, but can also come with a fair amount of stress and anxiety. From the initial planning stages to the final walk-through, there is a multitude of things to worry over, from the cost and timeline of the project to the fear of making the wrong decisions. Don’t worry… you are not alone. It is importan...

Designer Cat Neitzey from Reico Kitchen and Bath in Fredericksburg, VA, guides you through a budget-friendly hall bathroom remodel. This 53-square-foot bathroom makeover is all about enhancing the space for resale. Explore the design choices and the associated costs, gaining valuable insights along the way.

As our world becomes more eco-conscious, businesses in the kitchen and bath industry have a unique opportunity to grow by embracing sustainable trends. By offering eco-friendly products and services, kitchen and bath remodelers and trade contractors can meet the needs of environmentally-conscious consumers and differentiate themselves from competit...

Do you want to go smarter with your kitchen? We have some good news! Forget about tearing down your walls or calling in a contractor. In many cases you do not even have to change the electrical or plumbing systems.

You might be asking, ‘is tile layout that important?’ Sure, it is! You may not know this, but your eyes subconsciously take in tile patterns. A wrong layout makes the room feel messy and cluttered, even if everything else is in place. But a good one? – It sets the tone for the entire room and ties everything together.

With 2020 firmly in the rearview mirror, we have forged ahead into 2021 with new hopes and even new dreams.  However, when looking into the reflection of 2020 it is hard not to notice how much time we spent in our own kitchen. Maybe you jumped head first into new cooking adventures and tools like airfryers or at-home pasta makers, or you just gathe...

Your countertop is more than a kitchen surface - it is a foundational element of your entire kitchen. Whatever you select to go on this surface impacts every other little thing that takes place around it. So yes, your countertop is that important.

It is one of the most common problems when it comes to bathroom renovations, or home renovations for that matter: you want more space.  But with your current floorplan and layout, it just does not seem possible. Well, if you have searched high and low for a space or a new bathroom in your home but just cannot seem to find one, what if we told you i...

You can create an exciting and updated look with your cabinetry and countertop selections only to have the backsplash take you  back to square one if not given the proper consideration. Thankfully, our seventy years in business has allowed plenty of wins and mistakes with backsplashes to know what belongs in your kitchen and more importantly, what ...

Many of us would openly admit that the shower is where we do some of our best thinking.  Is this okay?  Of course.  But that is not what this is about. A bathroom remodel represents the chance to channel that best thinking in the shower to your best thinking about your shower!  Isn’t it about time that you designed your shower remodel to go along w...

Unlike years past, 2021 was marked by one game-changer in particular, as well as the preceding year: COVID-19. Even though the surges will eventually decrease and we will return to a new normal, the virus has left its mark on many things, as kitchen design is one of them.   The NKBA’s (National Kitchen and Bath Association) “Design Trends 2021 Stud...

When people are doing a kitchen renovation, it is often very likely that one of the first things they think about are the countertops. But when you are thinking about your kitchen countertops, you should also be considering your backsplashes as well.   Kitchen backsplashes have become more varied, and more customized to fit the preferences of every...

Trends come and go, but your kitchen renovation should not. It should be something that you expects to be fully satisfied with for many, many years ahead the moment that the final touches are laid. Here are some timeless, re-emerging kitchen trends that are going to be here to stay, and will help you avoid wanting to redo your kitchen again any tim...

A responsible member of the business community At Reico Kitchen & Bath we recognize that our responsibility is not only to our people and our customers. It reaches beyond that as a responsible member of the business community both locally and globally. Some examples of this include: Recycling: Building Materials.  We recycle all building materials ...

Advancement Opportunities and our belief in promoting from within At Reico, we firmly believe in promoting from within. Employees are encouraged to continue training in advanced systems within the company and extend their horizons beyond their immediate job responsibilities. With five sales divisions and 24 retail stores throughout five states, the...

Employer Paid Benefits Long Term Disability In the event that you incur an “off the job” disabling sickness or injury, our long term disability provides a monthly benefit after the end of a 90 day elimination (waiting) period. Reico provides this benefit to all full-time employees at no cost to the employee. Short Term Disability Reico offers short...

A message from our President Hello potential Reico team members, I hope you are excited about considering a career at Reico. Although our passion has always been our customers, it’s our people that make the difference. Our people are the most critical asset in the company, and they are the primary reason our customer satisfaction is so high. My goa...

The Reico Kitchen & Bath Mission Statement Our mission statement guides us to: UNDERSTAND our customers needs DESIGN effective plans MANAGE the complexities of each job DELIVER on our promises WIN together We recruit, develop and retain the most talented people and foster a positive, fun and dynamic environment. We treat each other with respect and...

Vacation, Sick Time and Paid Holidays Reico Kitchen & Bath offers a comprehensive benefits package to its’ employees. This is a summary of benefits the Reico offers our employees. A more comprehensive benefits packet explaining waiting periods, eligibility and plan descriptions will be provided upon employment. Vacation Reico offers all full-time e...

Most often seen in bars and exterior applications, copper kitchen countertops are not out of the question for those who really want it. Its distinct look can provide an exciting focal point to any kitchen. Here are some basic things you should know about using copper in your kitchen:

Black kitchen countertops. Open Shelves and Glass front cabinets. Darker Paint tones. According to a recently released trend report, Zillow sees these 3 kitchen design trends taking off in 2014.

Great experiences come down to details, and nothing requires more detail than molding. Lengths, angles, cuts and joints can make or break the finished look of any cabinet molding. A Frederick, MD kitchen remodeling client came to our Frederick, MD kitchen showroom looking to add cabinet molding to his existing kitchen.

One of the questions I get asked most often is, “Where do I start?” With a kitchen remodel or a bath remodel there are so many elements to coordinate it can be a challenge to find your starting point. Do you choose the cabinetry first or is the countertop more important? Is the tile a good place to start or should I begin with the appliances, the w...

An important and simple thing to consider while designing your kitchen floor plan is….how many cooks do you have? Just me! Just me!

How do our 5 senses connect with today’s bathroom design trends? Hear, Smell, Taste, Feel and “See” it for yourself:

While granite countertops have long been a mainstay in the kitchen, more and more consumers are turning to quartz (engineered stone) kitchen countertop surfaces. And when you get down to the comparisons, it is pretty simple to see why. For natural beauty and variation, most will argue that nothing beats a granite kitchen countertop. The unique char...

What’s cooking in your kitchen? We’re sure it’s a lot of delicious food for you and your family. But we’re more focused on the design schemes that have been brewing. We love a well-designed kitchen. The most popular room for homeowners to renovate, is, in fact, the kitchen. That’s because you can do so many great things with it. Add a beautiful cou...

So you know you’re planning to remodel your kitchen. And you’ve got most of your vision in mind. You’re missing one key element, though, and you don’t know what you need. It’s the kitchen sink. So that means you’ve got everything but the kitchen sink. Literally. Kitchen sinks are often forgotten in the process when designing a kitchen, with so many...

So you know you’re planning to remodel your kitchen. And you’ve got most of your vision in mind. You’re missing one key element, though, and you don’t know what you need. It’s the kitchen sink. So that means you’ve got everything but the kitchen sink. Literally. Kitchen sinks are often forgotten in the process when designing a kitchen, with so many...

Your kitchen might have been really cool in the 1970s. But it’s no longer the 1970s. Unfortunately, bold backsplashes, crazy colors, tons of dark wood, and laminate countertops aren’t really all that cool anymore. But don’t get us wrong. Some of it is still cool. So how do you know what parts of style will still be cool in ten years, and which will...

Color decisions are an integral part of every kitchen remodel. The possibilities are near endless, leading to both excitement over the options and fear of making the wrong choice. Whether you like white kitchens, modern or contemporary kitchens or somewhere in between, in kitchen remodeling the following decisions will help you determine the color ...

Now retired designer Anne Hinte, formerly of Reico Kitchen & Bath’s Springfield, VA kitchen and bathroom showroom, was given the opportunity to work with a large 33’ galley kitchen space.

I was bowl-ed over! Dipping my hands under the faucet and into this cavern that was a glass bowl, I found myself eager to see how the water might turn and flow in this striking vessel.

“Do you think I've gone round the bend?" - The Mad Hatter...or a client researching & trying to figure out what to do for their kitchen & bathroom remodeling project "I'm afraid so. You're mad, bonkers, completely off your head. But I'll tell you a secret. All the best people are.” - Alice...or possibly the first kitchen or bathroom designer you sp...

Remodeling your kitchen can sound like a daunting process but it doesn’t have to be that way, at least not at every step. The more you talk to your designer, ask questions and understand the specific steps in the kitchen remodel process, the more you will feel at ease with all, most or even some of the steps. At Reico Kitchen & Bath, that’s what we...

When you’re going into a kitchen remodel, there are some things you already know that you’re going to ask. You want new wooden cabinets and a stainless steel oven. Great.  But you might not know other certain question to ask until the project is underway. Sometimes, unexpected questions popping out of nowhere are completely unavoidable. Other times...

4-by-4-inch tile is something you’ve definitely seen, even if you’re not aware of it. In its prime, this tile option seemed like the must have and only option. It decked out personal bathrooms to designer and classic kitchens alike. Even corporate offices embraced the design.      

You’re looking at your bathroom and thinking “I wanna do something about this.” You’re not exactly sure what, though. Does it just need a few updates? An entire add-on? A whole change in floor plan? There are several types of bathroom renovations you can choose to have done. Depending on what your bathroom is already like, you might be able to make...

Does your bathroom have a style? Do you walk in and feel relaxed, like you’ve entered your own little oasis? That’s how you should feel when you go into your bathroom. If you don’t, it’s time for a remodel. Why should you deserve anything less? A farmhouse bathroom is an easy, super stylish bathroom to renovate. The rural look, the rustic details, ...

“Anyone can cook.” - Ratatouille. While that might be true, it’s hard to cook when your kitchen isn’t everything you want it to be.  Not everyone has a good cooking kitchen