Monday, November 23, 2009

Outdoor Kitchen Designs

There are many ways you can improve your home and when we’re talking improvement we have to remember the outside of the house as well. Having ample space in the backyard means you can build an outdoor kitchen. The benefits will be tremendous and your family and guests will be more than happy socializing and eating delicious grilled foods that are cooked outside. Outdoor kitchens provide homeowners with an additional setting in which to entertain guests and also enjoy their backyards to the fullest. You won’t have to worry about cooking foods inside and then moving the food outside with a kitchen cart or even by hand. Many foods such as BBQ, grilled meats are best cooked with an outdoor grill. Having an outdoor kitchen is not only about eating grilled foods though. It is luxury and your backyard will be transformed to an area of the house that will probably be enjoyed the most.


Essentials of an Outdoor Kitchen


All basic outdoor kitchen designs begin with a grill. This is where you will cook your foods. Outdoor kitchen grills are not you ordinary grills. They are built for durability and will not rust due to being outside in all kinds of weather. The grill is not the only thing though because having only that wouldn’t be such a difference from having a BBQ grill. You also need a counter and the more attractive and durable it is the more satisfied you will be. You can buy ready made stainless steel outdoor kitchen cabinets or you can have them made custom made. If you’re thinking about custom made then the cost of accessories and labor can quickly add up. Luckily, you can do much of the work yourself by building the foundation. A decent BBQ island will start around three thousand dollars. Stack stone grill islands are about twice as much but also twice as lovely. Building your own kitchen island can save you a tremendous amount of money. You can also use the type of material that you want. Stainless steel, stone, granite and bricks are ideal because they are very durable and also look very beautiful.

A ready made kitchen island will usually come with a built-in grill and either with or without a grill cover. If you are building the outdoor kitchen island yourself you will have to buy a built-in grill yourself. Your options include electric, gas and charcoal grills. Outdoor sinks, access doors and access drawers are also essential if you intend on having a complete kitchen. All of these things will comprise of the kitchen island that will make up your kitchen. A patio set will complete your outdoor kitchen. If you want to add a touch of style then you can add additional luxuries such as and outdoor kitchen or even an outdoor refrigerator. When shopping you will come across many brands that offer complete outdoor kitchen plans as well as individual accessories. BBQ Guys, Weber, Cal Flame and Fire Magic are some of the reputable companies that make accessories and kitchen islands for outdoor kitchens.

Certainly you have options and decisions to make. You should start by thinking about the space you will use for your outdoor kitchen. Then think about how much cooking and time you will spend outside using the kitchen. If you are making a big investment then a fully equipped kitchen would be great to have. If on the other hand you are looking for something that is reasonably priced then consider a BBQ grill island. These are not inexpensive by any means but they will provide you with everything you need to cook a full and enough space to storage all your kitchen utensils. An outdoor kitchen can add enormous value to your home and not just in monetary sense but also in satisfaction for the homeowners.

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