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What to look for when buying a barbecue
AH barbecue grills are not
created equal. So if you are in the
market for a new barbecue grill this
year, knowing about the features
and benefits of different grill types
can help you to make the right
choice. Whether the method is gas
or charcoal, don't be fooled by
inflated claims or meaningless
specifications. The following
guidelines have been developed by
Weber-Stephen Products Co., a
manufacturer of barbecue grills for
over 40 years.
Gas vs. Charcoal
Almost everyone you know has a
grill. Some choose gas grills
because they're clean, quick and
easy to use. Others prefer charcoal
grills because initially, they're less
expensive. The choice is yours -
look at all of the options.
When purchasing a new grill
look for a well known, trusted
brand name. Make sure it is made
by a reputable manufacturer - one
who offers a good warranty on its
products, replacement parts and
accessories.
Barbecue Grills in General
Shop around for durability. Look
for a barbecue made of strong,
weatherproof materials. Well-built
Redesign without remodelling
Having a master bath is supposed
to make life easier. So, how come
you and your spouse are still
bumping into each other the first
thing in the morning and the last
thing at night?
Well, if you are tired of this
confusion and don't want to resort
to taking turns at the sink, the
answer is as simple as the word
"two." That's two sinks, two soap
dishes, two waste paper baskets -
two of all that is mundane, but
really so important.
If you are lucky enough to have
two sinks, you are already ahead of
the game. But whether you do or
not, you should double all the
important accessories as part of
your redecorating project.
"It's surprising how redecoration
with bright, floral towel ensembles
and the addition of pretty but
practical bath accessories can
change the entire character of your
master bathroom," says Martha
Stewart, an entertaining expert and
lifestyle consultant. "They enable
you to create a lighter, more
spacious atmosphere. And I have
found that doubling the attractive
bath accessories preserves harmony
and avoids collisions."
According to Ms Stewart, you
can completely change the look,
character and convenience of your
master bath without the cost of
remodelling.
If you have the right fabrics and
co-ordinating patterns, it's quite
possible to transform a small,
badly-planned space into a
cheerful, bright, practical place. It's
fairly easy and inexpensive to
refresh a bathroom by purely
decorative means.
"Most people forget that the first
rule of redecorating a bathroom is
the same as the first rule of
designing one," says Ms Stewart.
"When it's finished, it should be
uncluttered and easy to maintain.
This applies to bathrooms that are
meant to be Spartan-looking and
function or luxurious and relaxing:
After all, the prime purpose of a
bathroom is to provide a beautiful,
private place to wash, bathe or
shower in comfort."
A boring white bathroom under
the eaves can be made into a
beautiful, cheerful place by adding
barbecues are made of heavy-gauge
steel sealed with porcelain enamel;
they resist rusting and burning out.
Make sure the legs are sturdy so the
grill won't tip over.
It shouldn't take an engineer to
assemble the barbecue. Quality
barbecues have few parts to
assemble and minimal hardware.
Superior construction, from the
bolts to the burners, ensures a
barbecue that will last for years.
How much will you barbecue? If
the normal menu is hamburgers for
two, then a small, portable grill will
suffice. But if you have a large
family or barbecue for crowds at
least once a month, invest in a grill
with a larger cooking area. Outdoor
cooking should be fun, not a chore.
So look for a grill that offers the
conveniences you want.
Gas Barbecues
There are a number of things to
look for when investing in a gas
barbecue. Knowing what is
important saves time and money.
Gas grills are available in LP or
natural gas models. Quality,
convenience, durability, easy
lighting and efficient gas
consumption should be top
priorities.
paint, border trim and co-ordinated
bath accessories.
First, apply a soft paint to the
white walls. (Pastel colours create a
light, airy look.) Next, add vibrancy
to the pastel with touches of bolder
tones in the floral border.
Most people would rule out a
border in an angular room because
it doesn't fit at ceiling or at chair
rail height. This problem can be
overcome by putting the border just
above floor level, over the base
board molding. It directs the eye to
the less angular dimensions of the
room, relieving the cramped
feeling.
Also, remember that coloured
towels, drapes, shower curtains and
bath mats in deeper tones than the
background walls add visual
interest.
Finally, lavish on the accessories
- two of everything - because,
while sharing is a beautiful thing, it
doesn't have to include soap dishes,
tissues and cups.
Fabric and accessory florals
bring a bathroom to life.
Remember: co-ordinate and
duplicate; it's a beautiful way for
both of you to have your own
luxurious ways.
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• Some gas grill manufacturers
claim high grill BTU output,
however, due to the inefficiencies
of the design the majority of the
BTUs are wasted, resulting in a
waste of energy and money. Look
for and choose the most efficient
system.
• Contrary to the conception of
many people, glass windows are
not necessary on gas barbecues. A
lid made of solid steel coated with
durable porcelain enamel
construction offers more structural
integrity than a lid that has a
window. Window glass blackens
quickly and in some instances can
shatter from heat pressure which
could be dangerous.
• Stay away from ‘laval’ or ‘char’
rocks. They may create hot and
cold spots on the heating surface
and because they collect fat
drippings, they can cause
uncontrollable flare-ups.
• A conveniently located, easy-
to-use push button igniter is
essential for quick and simple start
ups.
• Choose a barbecue with the best
allocation of space. More square
inches are not necessarily better.
Look for a barbecue that provides
more usable primary cooking
space. Stacked cooking grates and
warming racks may seem
convenience but often limit
capacity.
• An LP gas tank should be easy
to connect and remove for filling.
Look for a hanging tank system
with an accurate gauge that
indicates fuel level to prevent
running out of gas while preparing
a meal.
• Three stainless steel burners
with individual controls allow for
more versatility and enables the
cook to use either direct or indirect
cooking methods.
• An extra deep hood accommo
dates larger cuts of meal and
poultry.
• Buy a grill with durable
porcelain-on-steel cooking grates
as they are easy to clean.
• Swing-up work surfaces, dual
purpose thermometer, locking front
caster, side burner, and storage
cabinets are some of the features to
look for that will add convenience
to your new gas barbecue.
Charcoal Barbecues
Selection of the right charcoal
grill can be a complex and
confusing challenge. However,
awareness of a few simple facts
will make the decision much easier.
There are a few attributes to look
for, but even seemingly minor
specifications can add versatility
and convenience to a charcoal
barbecue.
• A well-built charcoal barbecue
w,ill give you years of reliable
service. Quality construction will
pay off in the long run. Inferior
grills will rust out and within a year
or two the purchaser will be
looking for a new grill.
• Buying a covered grill will give
you more options in how your food
is barbecued. When covered, a grill
cooks like a convection oven. Heat
is reflected evenly around the food;
cooking time is reduced and all of
the natural flavour and juices are
sealed in. The cover takes away the
oxygen at the cooking surface thus
eliminating flare-ups. A covered
grill is versatile as it allows you to
cook by the direct or indirect
cooking method.
• Barbecuing is definitely meant
for moveable feasts, so portability
might be important. Portable grills
are made to be carried from the
patio to beach to football games,
but they usually have smaller
cooking areas.
• The cooking grill should be
easy to clean.
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• A removable ash catcher will
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Instead of having to scoop the
ashes out of the grill, buy a
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for easy removal.
• A barbecue featuring al least
three vents on the bottom, and one
on the lid, will allow maximum air
flow. Closing all of the vents when
you are through cooking extin
guishes the fire and saves charcoal.
• Charcoal grills come in a
variety of sizes. Selection should be
based on the number of people you
will generally be cooking for and
the type of foods you plan to cook.
Some people limit their outdoor
cooking to hamburgers, steaks and
hot dogs, while others cook
complete meals on the barbecue.
Many outdoor chefs are creative
and enjoy experimenting with a
variety of foods.
• Carefully consider the total area
of cooking space you may require.
We frequently hear from people
who bought a small grill and within
a year of purchasing it have
realized that a larger, more
substantial barbecue would have
been a wiser choice and a better
investment.
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