Stainless steel was invented in 1913. Why has it taken you this long to use it in your kitchen? For decades, people had been looking to create new technology that they could use for knives and other tools. Stainless steel was born, and quickly popularized because it resists corrosion, doesn’t stain, and is high strength.

What’s the most popular kitchen shape? Design style? Size? The National Kitchen & Bath Association just released their 2019 analysis of the most sought after styles that kitchen consumers are going after. They asked 583 kitchen remodelers, designers, architects, and other experts in the industry their opinions.

A kitchen island can be exceptionally versatile and practical in a number of ways, making it an important consideration in the design process for your kitchen remodel. A kitchen island can provide you with extra prep space, storage, and/or that seating you have always needed. It can also be a focal point, adding a unique style and interest to the e...

Have you ever wondered why people use tiles in wet areas like bathrooms and kitchens? It’s all about creating a protective layer over the walls and floors to prevent water from reaching them. Without this barrier, water damage occurs, paving the way for microbial growth coupled with expensive repairs.

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...

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.

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.

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 for t...

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 ...

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 an...