One thing we can say for certain about the year 2020 is that it has been unpredictable. With all the ups and downs and twists and turns, we are pretty sure there is almost no one who will be sad to see it coming to an end.    In spite of all the challenges, something that we can always count on is the trends. No matter what kind of year w...

Choosing your countertop for a kitchen remodel is one of the most important aspects of the remodeling process. It influences everything, from how much you enjoy preparing and cooking to just spending time in your kitchen and around it. From how beautiful you imagine your countertop to look, to how smooth you want it to look and feel beneath your ha...

When it comes to small bathrooms, many of us feel like we are stuck between a rock and a hard place based on the space we have to work with. Even the most design-savvy among us can be challenged when creating a design for such a small, confined bathroom. We want our bathrooms to be functional and stylish, but oftentimes, a small bathroom can make t...

If you're one of the many homeowners who have a windowless bathroom in your home, you may be wondering how to make the most of the space. While it can be a challenge to decorate a bathroom with no natural light, it is definitely not impossible. In fact, there are plenty of design ideas that can help you make your windowless bathroom look and feel l...

Most people can’t tell the difference between porcelain and ceramic tiles. Who can blame them? The tiles are similar in appearance and feel, result from similar processes, and serve almost the same uses. So, confusing one for the other feels natural. But there are some key differences between these tiles that you cannot overlook in your quest...

Kitchen cabinets are a key part of any kitchen design. They provide storage and organization for all of your kitchen items while also adding visual interest and style to the room. In 2022, there are several trends in kitchen cabinets and kitchen cabinet design that will be popular. From sleek and minimalist design ideas to natural wood finishes on ...

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 unavoid...

When the leaves start to shake off the trees and the weather starts to cool down, you know it’s time for the fall season to start. Especially when everything everywhere you go is pumpkin flavored. You’ll want to spend more time in your house, cozy and relaxing. But that won’t work if your house isn’t, in fact, cozy and relax...

When you make a change, you want people to notice it. That wow factor is one of the most rewarding parts of getting your home remodeled. It should be a before and after picture you really want to show off. You don’t have to do an entire kitchen remodel (unless you want to) to get the results you’re looking for. Here are some smaller sca...

Got a kitchen renovation project in mind? Great! But there’s a big difference between having something in mind, and having something set down on paper. By having a checklist for your bathroom project, it helps to create a clear picture of the goals that you want to set. It gets things out of the idea stage and sets them down into the concrete...

Nothing can spruce up your kitchen on the inside and the outside quite like getting a new set of kitchen cabinets. What do we mean by the inside AND the outside? New cabinets will give a facelift to the entire look of your kitchen at first sight. Fresh new wood, a fresh new color, and crisp new doors are a surefire way to renew the look of your kit...

According to a survey by Houzz, the top reason that people are remodeling their master bathroom is that they want it to be more “stylish and beautiful.” This is a fairly blanket term - but it definitely means that people are not happy with the style of their bathrooms. They could be outdated, the owners could change their tastes, or the...

You can have your island getaway...all from within the comfort of your own kitchen. Break out the piña coladas, throw on your sandals, and don’t forget your shades. It’s kitchen island time. Almost every kitchen layout allows for the possibility of a little (kitchen) island getaway... All you need is some good design work.

Your hopes are up high. You’re getting your kitchen remodeled. Hurray! Finally. You can’t wait. But you know what?  There’s a whole scary list of things that could go wrong. In the end, you want to be happy, not disappointed in your remodel. With a little help, it can happen.  

Would you look at your master bathroom and think that a lot of science goes into the style? You might not at first, but that would be before you knew about all the data trends that Houzz collects about bathroom style makeovers. Are you following the trends or marching to the beat of your own drum? Should you go along with the style, or do you want ...

It’s hard to look at your bathroom and imagine what it could look like. But what you do know: it needs to change. Whether you have a complete vision for what you want or just know that it’s time for your old bathroom to go, you can get the bathroom that you want. You just need to get a few things in mind to start building your vision. &...

Think beyond just making meals when designing your kitchen. In many homes, the kitchen is the central gathering place. Cooking often brings people together, and the kitchen has become a dining, task, meeting, and multipurpose space. Maybe you enjoy hosting dinner parties, conversing over cocktails in the kitchen as you prepare appetizers. Or maybe ...

With a myriad design styles to consider when designing your new kitchen, it is often difficult to find a single style that will both stand the test of time and still suit your tastes today and for years to come.  Here, we explore the endless possibilities of designing the perfect balance between a classic yet modern kitchen.

While The Hunger Games books and movie had their moment, offering a much different challenge than one would expect, the Hunger Games we face every day are still very much relevant and in the moment, albeit on a much, much different scale.  However, those frenzied moments of feeding ourselves, our families, friends, kids soccer teams, holiday g...

The biggest challenge in any remodeling project, be it a kitchen or bathroom or any project in the home is the unknown.  The unknown can cover a lot of things…the cost, what you find behind the walls or underneath a floor, what it will look like.  However, the unknown can be overcome.  The proper combination of collaboration and comm...

Every project has that one challenge.  Well, if we were lucky there would only be that one challenge.  But you know what I am talking about.  The “what do to with” question that always seems to present itself when remodeling the kitchen, the bathroom or any room in the house. For Jen Denham and her client, the “what do with” que...

When you think of your kitchen, what do you think of? A place to create, a place to eat, a place to gather?  The Research Institute for Cooking & Kitchen Intelligence conducted a study that asked people what they thought the role of the kitchen in their home was. Most homeowners thought that in their current 21st century home, they were sp...

You get in, you shower, you flush, you get out. Your bathroom’s a place where you perform your daily habits. But you should also be able to enjoy the time you spend there. If it’s where you start your morning out getting ready, it should be the best it can be.  

When you’re planning your kitchen renovation, you might feel like there are just too many hoops to navigate through. There are so many things to think about, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. It’s actually a good starting point to know what not to do in your kitchen renovation. That way, you’ll know exactly what to do when ...

It’s a question you’ll ask yourself through your life: should I get a new car or fix the one I have? Should I get new shoes or repair these ones? And, with your home: should I remodel, or should I move? This is perhaps the biggest decision of them all. Thinking about the state of your home can make you feel confused, and end up doing no...

What’s cooking in the world of kitchen renovation? We can boil it down for you. There are always trends that sizzle a little more than the others. You can get inspired but what other people are putting on the table in the kitchen to see what you want to copy for your own home renovation.

There is no right or wrong way to remodel your bathroom, right? Wrong. There is, indeed, a wrong way. That wrong way is spending way too much money, not getting what you want, and regretting the whole redesign entirely. Sounds awful, doesn’t it? How do you stop this from happening to you? We’re here to help.  

What’s a ginormous problem? Tiny kitchens.  When you’ve had enough of trying to shove your pot and pans inside little cupboards and cramped corners, it’s time for a kitchen renovation. Imagine being able to walk into your wide open kitchen and have room to spare. If that sounds like a dream come true, then we've got some reno...

Michelle Stoots understands what it takes to provide her clients with world class customer service. Before joining Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2010, Michelle worked for Ralph Lauren, opening lifestyle concept stores for the company where attention to detail and outstanding customer services were critical components of the business. Building on those sk...

After studying Architectural Design at Humber College in Toronto, Ontario, Kristen Campbell relocated to the U.S., and worked as a designer for a local home center before joining Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2001.  During this time, she has worked as a Designer and Key Business Manager as well as manage multiple locations including Salem, Williamsburg a...

Mistie Liles joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2017, making a career change from healthcare to the kitchen and bath industry.  Starting as Project Coordinator she quickly learned the details of the business and job management.  Working with builder production accounts, her skills in service were sharpened and she discovered a passion for fixing issues...

Dave Wilhide brings a vast array of knowledge to the Kitchen and Bath Industry. Starting with Reico in 1986, he has grown through the company in a number of positions including driver, inside sales, outside sales, branch manager and corporate trainer. In his current position of Key Business Manager, he is focused on the contractor and small builder...

Beautifully crafted.  Confident Support.  That is commitment you get from Federal Brace.  From stylish designer countertop supports to hidden countertop supports, low profile to elevated countertop supports, countertop stand offs, illuminated brackets, island legs and more, the Made in America quality and craftsmanship is what you ge...

Add a beautiful Jeffrey Alexander vanity to your bathroom.  Complete your bathroom with a furniture grade vanity – solid wood construction, ample storage and counter space, carved wood details and a beautiful finish.  That is what the Jeffrey Alexander brand brings to your bathroom design or bathroom remodeling project. Jeffrey Alex...

Q Premium Natural Quartz is a natural quartz surface made by an optimal fusion of quartz and resin materials. Manufactured using the internationally patented Bretonstone® system of Breton S.p.A. Italy, Q Premium Natura Quartz offers natural beauty with incredible durability. If hygiene and safety are essential your countertop purchasing decision, Q...

At Top Knobs, every kitchen cabinet or bathroom cabinet knob, drawer pull, hook or fixture is crafted following a rich tradition of quality and attention to architectural detail.  You can literally feel it in the weight of a Top Knobs hardware piece, and actually see it in the character of their hand-finished designs.  Add completely seal...

For KitchenAid, it all started with the legendary stand mixer. Over 90 years later, KitchenAid Appliances takes care of your entire kitchens' cooking and cleaning appliance needs using the same quality craftsmanship, versatile technology and timeless style. The broadest reaching kitchen appliance line in the industry now includes virtually everythi...

With over 50 million products sold to customers in over 150 markets, Electrolux is a true global leader in household appliances and appliances for professional use.  Through a heavy focus on customer insight and collaboration, Electrolux uses that to create innovations in household appliances and professional appliances that are thoughtfully d...

Gregg Waller joined Reico Kitchen and Bath in 2021 as a founding member of our Wilmington, NC team, bringing with him over 30 years of expertise working in the kitchen and bathroom industry.   Gregg discovered his passion for the industry early, starting in Las Vegas before moving to North Carolina.  Gaining experience in both new construction and ...

Jennifer Hazen joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2021, bringing with her a collection of industry experience dating back to 2000.  Upon graduating from East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design/Environmental Sciences and Minor in Marketing, Jennifer started her design career in Northern Virginia working for an Interior Des...

Since 1988, Sheryl Manning has been developing a career in the cabinet business. Starting as a cabinetmaker, she worked her way through college, and then continued a career in the industry after completing her Bachelor’s degree in Business from LSU-Shreveport. She continued that career, developing knowledge and experience in project planning and im...

Honing her passion for design, Kelsey McDaniel successfully completed an internship with Reico Kitchen & Bath during her senior year of college.  She then graduated with Magna Cum Laude Honors from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University with a Bachelor’s in Residential Design and a Minor in Real Estate.  Kelsey’s studies focused on who...

With experience in kitchen design and as the owner of an upscale resale home décor store, Jenna Alpher joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2021.  Starting as a Project Coordinator, she learned the details of managing all types of projects from start to finish.  This foundation led to her into her current role as Designer. Jenna is passionate about helpi...