Just got done constructing some outdoor furniture that I built and now it's time to move to the important piece... the food headquarters!
I wanted to get some feedback on the best way to set things up, as well to ensure everything is safe. I spent a lot of time reading the past few days, but always better IMO to hear it from people that have been using a setup, versus someone that wrote a blog isn't going to go back and update a few weeks later with "yeah... wish I would have done this instead..." lol
I have a Charmglow four burner gas grill, a Brinkman gas and Brinkman charcoal smoker (both vertical) and a Weber charcoal grill (the round, ball shaped kind). I plan to take apart the cart piece on the gas grill and place it inside the cabinet fixture, then cut out sections for the two smokers so they are side by side -- unless someone has a better idea.
Here is a sample of my plan: http://screencast.com/t/dtnAbjiQU
I rarely use my Weber grill, so the goal is to build an enclosure to store it underneath, then be able to wheel it out when needed, which gives me a counter height of 40" or greater there, which is fine by me. I am also thinking of enclosing the smokers too with a counter on top just for more counter space.
The frame will be steel studs, built on a 2" x 4" pressure treated frame with 1/2" plywood and 1/2" cement board as the base. I am not putting it directly onto the patio as it is made of pavers and due to settling (and crappy work from an ex-inlaw), it is a bit uneven at some points.
I am in between ideas for the counter tops, but thinking tile as I live in the northeast and have some bad weather.
So here are a few questions...
For insulation around the gas grill and smokers, will cement board suffice? I was told by someone at Home Depot this will work for what I am trying to do, but wanted a second opinion ;) http://www.homedepot.com/p/DUROCK-Brand-Next-Gen-1-2-in-x-3-ft-x-5-ft-Cement-Board-172965/202263276
With regards to the smokers, would there be any concern if I build the counter tops around the smokers, along as there is fire-resistant board above? I'm thinking this will only help maintain heat. As well, would there be any reason to have to separate the smokers? They would probably never be used at the same time together, plus I can always move the charcoal one out if needed.
Other than that, what do you all think? Other than I have to much time on my hands lol.
BTW, if anyone is interested, I'll post pictures of the furniture and plans once I'm done staining and finishing them. Large "L" section, 8 foot expanding table and 10 chairs, all done for just over $600 :)
I wanted to get some feedback on the best way to set things up, as well to ensure everything is safe. I spent a lot of time reading the past few days, but always better IMO to hear it from people that have been using a setup, versus someone that wrote a blog isn't going to go back and update a few weeks later with "yeah... wish I would have done this instead..." lol
I have a Charmglow four burner gas grill, a Brinkman gas and Brinkman charcoal smoker (both vertical) and a Weber charcoal grill (the round, ball shaped kind). I plan to take apart the cart piece on the gas grill and place it inside the cabinet fixture, then cut out sections for the two smokers so they are side by side -- unless someone has a better idea.
Here is a sample of my plan: http://screencast.com/t/dtnAbjiQU
I rarely use my Weber grill, so the goal is to build an enclosure to store it underneath, then be able to wheel it out when needed, which gives me a counter height of 40" or greater there, which is fine by me. I am also thinking of enclosing the smokers too with a counter on top just for more counter space.
The frame will be steel studs, built on a 2" x 4" pressure treated frame with 1/2" plywood and 1/2" cement board as the base. I am not putting it directly onto the patio as it is made of pavers and due to settling (and crappy work from an ex-inlaw), it is a bit uneven at some points.
I am in between ideas for the counter tops, but thinking tile as I live in the northeast and have some bad weather.
So here are a few questions...
For insulation around the gas grill and smokers, will cement board suffice? I was told by someone at Home Depot this will work for what I am trying to do, but wanted a second opinion ;) http://www.homedepot.com/p/DUROCK-Brand-Next-Gen-1-2-in-x-3-ft-x-5-ft-Cement-Board-172965/202263276
With regards to the smokers, would there be any concern if I build the counter tops around the smokers, along as there is fire-resistant board above? I'm thinking this will only help maintain heat. As well, would there be any reason to have to separate the smokers? They would probably never be used at the same time together, plus I can always move the charcoal one out if needed.
Other than that, what do you all think? Other than I have to much time on my hands lol.
BTW, if anyone is interested, I'll post pictures of the furniture and plans once I'm done staining and finishing them. Large "L" section, 8 foot expanding table and 10 chairs, all done for just over $600 :)
