Ramping up your backyard always starts with a single project. Your patio. Without the patio… Your backyard design literally doesn’t have a foundation to stand on. But it’s also a lot more than just a mere base. Your patio creates rooms, adds beauty to your yard, and increases the value of your home. All these … Read more
When you imagine an outdoor kitchen… There’s a 99% chance that the island you picture has a built-in grill head. It makes total sense. Outdoor kitchens and built-in grills go together like ribs and BBQ sauce… And some would say that you can’t have one without the other. So when planning your own outdoor kitchen … Read more
Let’s start things off with a quote from San Francisco born and raised poet, Gary Snyder: “Nature is not a place to visit, it is home.” And what better way to embrace this notion… Than with a California room? A seamless fusion of homey comforts and open-air living… This is a space where you can … Read more
Your home is your sanctuary… So it’s no surprise why you want to extend this solace to the backyard. And if you’ve curated a modern feel for your interior design… It only follows that your backyard should follow suit. Which brings us to why you’re searching for modern backyard design. You want to maintain that … Read more
If you have inquired with RTA about getting an outdoor kitchen… you may have learned that some RTA outdoor kitchen finishes cost more than others. Why is that? It’s an excellent question, and the answer may not have been explained to you in the moment… which is irritating! In this article, you will see all … Read more
If you’re in the middle of designing an outdoor kitchen… one of the appliances on your wish list may be an ice maker. It sure is convenient to have a steady stream of ice on hand when you’re grilling on a hot summer’s day! So you want to know: “What are the best outdoor kitchen … Read more
Whether you’re a veteran or currently serving in the military… if you’re thinking about investing in an outdoor kitchen project with RTA, you may be wondering if RTA Outdoor Living offers a military discount or not. If you’ve attempted to search for the answer on our website, you’ve likely come up short… but in this … Read more
If you’re considering working with RTA Outdoor Living for your outdoor kitchen project… you may have noticed that one of the defining features of an RTA kitchen are the corners. Which may make you wonder: “Do I need corners on an RTA outdoor kitchen?” We have fielded this exact question with customers many a time … Read more
So you’ve created an outdoor kitchen design using a free design tool… and now you’re getting pushed to speak with a designer. You just made your dream outdoor kitchen online, why do you need to speak to someone? It’s a valid question. If you’ve created the perfect outdoor kitchen design with an online tool… you … Read more
If you’ve been thinking about creating a custom outdoor kitchen design… at some point, you’ve likely come across RTA Outdoor Living’s free online design tool. If you haven’t taken the plunge quite yet, you might be wondering how to use it. Is RTA’s design tool complicated? If you’ve been nervous about giving the design tool … Read more
If you’re toying with the idea of purchasing an outdoor kitchen, naturally, you’ll have to consider how much you will use it! And if you live in an area with cold, harsh winters… you might be on the fence about whether or not you’ll get your money’s worth out of an outdoor kitchen. Which brings … Read more
If you live close to the shore and you want to add an outdoor kitchen with stainless steel appliances to your backyard… you’ll almost certainly be concerned about how your desired appliances will hold up with all that salty, oceanside air battering down on them. Which brings you to this question: “Do stainless steel appliances … Read more
If you’re dreaming of adding an outdoor kitchen to your backyard, but you’ve only got about $10k to spend… you’re likely wondering what kind of outdoor kitchen you can get in that price range. Hence, the question: “What type of outdoor kitchen can I get for $10,000?” Unsurprisingly, you’re going to get wild ranges online… … Read more
If you’re thinking about working with RTA Outdoor Living for your outdoor kitchen project… of course, you’re going to have one nagging question in mind: “Does RTA Outdoor Living have good service?” This is a critical question! If you work with an outdoor kitchen provider that doesn’t offer good service… the experience will be frustrating … Read more
If you’re dreaming of adding an outdoor kitchen to your backyard, but you’ve got about $30k to spend… you’re likely wondering what kind of outdoor kitchen you can get in that price range. Hence, the question: “What type of outdoor kitchen can I get for $30k?” Unsurprisingly, you’re going to get wild ranges online… and … Read more
Kamado smokers are visually stunning, outstandingly versatile, and all-around incredible outdoor cooking appliances. And one of the absolute best kamado smokers on the market is none other than the bright and bold Kamado Joe. Of course, a Kamado Joe smoker is a grilling powerhouse on its own… But what if we told you there was … Read more
If you’re toying with the idea of getting an outdoor kitchen… you’ll have to consider all the factors involved with proper installation. And of course, you can’t get an outdoor kitchen if you don’t have anything to put it on! Which leads you to the question: “What base do I need for an outdoor kitchen?” … Read more
If you’re seriously considering getting a custom outdoor kitchen from RTA… there’s a few things you’ll need to know before making a final decision. And likely, there’s a pretty important question on your mind: “Do RTA outdoor kitchens come with a warranty?” With such a significant purchase, certainly, you’ll expect to have some sort of … Read more
If you’re seriously considering adding an RTA outdoor kitchen to your backyard… at one point or another, you’ll have to contend with installation. It’s natural to feel that installing an outdoor kitchen is a tall task and it may seem overwhelming. Don’t worry. As the pioneers of RTA outdoor kitchens, to say we know the … Read more
If you’ve seen any videos of RTA outdoor kitchens online… there’s a part of you that may be questioning how durable they are. You may be thinking: “Sure, they’re made of concrete… but the panels are so thin. Will an RTA outdoor kitchen really hold up in the long run?” Just from viewing a couple … Read more
New England is envied the world over for its beautiful, picturesque landscapes and quaint, small towns. And while it’s great to be outside wherever you are… in New England, there’s something extra-special about the connection we have to the landscape. Rolling hills, snow-capped mountains, thick forests, pristine coastline, and freshwater lakes are abundant and easily … Read more
When you’re thinking about adding an outdoor kitchen to your backyard… aesthetic isn’t the only factor you’re looking at, but it’s certainly one of the most important. Why add an outdoor kitchen to your space if you don’t like the look of it? It just wouldn’t make sense. If you have your eyes locked on … Read more
Whether you’re just window shopping or wanting to purchase an RTA outdoor kitchen soon… certainly, you’ll want to know how long it takes to make your outdoor kitchen. It’s a big part of your plans! If you’re reading this in April, for example… you’ll probably want to know if your RTA outdoor kitchen will arrive … Read more
If you’re strongly considering getting an RTA outdoor kitchen… you’re going to start thinking about what the logistics will look like. In this case, it’s: “How do RTA outdoor kitchens get delivered to my house?” It’s a great question! Outdoor kitchens are large and not easily shipped via Amazon or FedEx… so you may have … Read more
If you find yourself interested in getting an outdoor kitchen, you might be wondering: “Who makes RTA outdoor kitchens?” It’s a fair question! Does RTA Outdoor Living manufacture its outdoor kitchens, or is there another party involved? Are they made in the US? All of the above questions will be answered in this article below. … Read more
You’re highly interested in getting an RTA outdoor kitchen for your backyard… but you still have a couple unanswered questions. Perhaps you’ve decided you’d like to have a Pro Installer handle the task, but there’s one problem: you don’t know how much it costs. It’s an important factor in your final outdoor kitchen budget, and … Read more
If you’ve been researching how to assemble an RTA outdoor kitchen… you’ve probably heard the term “Pro Installer” used at one stage or another. And of course, it brings up an important question: “What is an RTA Pro Installer?” If the term is confusing or unclear to you, you’re not the only one! We launched … Read more
If you’ve been researching an RTA outdoor kitchen, and you’ve settled on the fact you want a linear design… you’ll almost certainly be looking for some pricing information. One problem: you can’t find out what a linear RTA outdoor kitchen costs. It’s true, there’s hardly any information online (including our website) about what a linear … Read more
If you’ve been researching an RTA outdoor kitchen, and you’ve settled on the fact you want a L-shape design… you’ll almost certainly be looking for some pricing information. And unfortunately for you, you’ve had no luck finding the prices you’re seeking. It’s true, there’s hardly any information online (including our website) about what an L-shape … Read more
You’ve been researching an RTA outdoor kitchen… and so far, you like what you see. The problem is what you don’t see, which is what it costs. More than likely, this is something that has been a point of irritation! Seems like a simple enough ask… so where’s the answer? It may seem that we’ve … Read more
