Choosing the Best Grill for Your Outdoor Living Space

There’s not much better than enjoying a delicious grilled meal. But maybe preparing it on your ideal grill comes in a close second. There’s a lot you should consider if you’re in the market to purchase a new grill for your outdoor living space. Read on to learn more about choosing the best grill for your needs and budget. 

What Is the Style and Design of Your Outdoor Space?

The design of your outdoor living space plays into choosing the right grill. A grill should be long enough to accommodate all the food and sources of heat available. But also small enough to enable those attending to it to maneuver around easily. Do you have an outdoor kitchen area with countertop and prep space where you can fit a grill top? Or are you looking to just add a free-standing grill to the corner of your covered patio? Take a step back and look at your surroundings and consider the overall look and feel of your outdoor living space to determine which style of grill is best for you. 

How Often Do You Grill?

If you grill often, it’s important to invest in a grill that will last. Not only that, but you’ll want to have a grill that is known to cook evenly and thoroughly every time. Spend time reading reviews and consumer reports about the grills you’re considering. While a certain grill may seem like a big upfront investment, if you calculate how often you’re using the grill then it may be worth your while. 

What Type of Fuel Do You Prefer?

The grill you choose will depend on the type of heat it produces. The most popular forms of heat being charcoal, gas, and pellet grills. Although they use different fuel sources, some cooking principles remain the same no matter your preference. 

1. Charcoal Grills. They are the oldest type, easy to start and maintain compared to most types of grills. For charcoal grills, briquettes or lump charcoal are common. Both come from tree stumps and other hardwoods. These are available in either bag or bulk form at your local home improvement store. However, charcoal grills use more fuel to produce the same volume of smoke. If you want to enjoy good quality smoke without much fuel, go for a gas grill or propane grill.

2. Gas Grills. Gas grills are more efficient at heating food evenly and quicker than charcoal grills. Gas also heats at a consistent temperature because it doesn’t run out of charcoal resources that need oxygen to burn. You can easily equip your outdoor living space with a gas hookup to also make a gas grill a reality. 

3. Propane Grills

Propane is a clean source of heat. Some people even prefer the pure nature of propane grills over gas grills made from high-quality materials. Why? Because when you use a propane grill for cooking your food, it releases less smoke into the air around you. This means you can breathe better and be more focused on preparing and having a fantastic meal. The major disadvantage of propane is that it takes a little longer to heat your food than a gas grill of the same watt capacity would.

4. Pellet Grills

This grill is an excellent buy for health-conscious people. The main reason is that it reduces their carbon footprint. Pellets produce less waste and use less energy than traditional coal or wood grills, allowing you to save money on your electricity bill.

Your Springdale Outdoor Living Experts

When it comes to outfitting your outdoor living space with the best grill, it pays to do your research and make a choice that best fits your needs. If you have any questions regarding expanding your outdoor living space, give the outdoor living experts at Burton Pools & Spas a call today. 

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