Outdoor Kitchen Islands
Kitchen islands have long been loved for extra
cooking and storage space in the kitchen. Now they are available for
outdoor cooking and entertaining. An island outside is very
functional for cooking and eating outdoors in nice weather. It also
eliminates the need for running in and out of the house when cooking
in the yard.
Planning Outdoor Kitchen Islands
A summer kitchen is a big investment. You want to spend as much time
planning for it as you would for an island in the kitchen. Consider
how it will be used and how much use it will get. Consider the
climate where you live. Will it be used only in the summer? In some
warm climates, an outdoor island may get year round use.
Once you have decided on how the island will be used, take a look at
a variety of islands. Pool and patio stores are a great source of
information. Many have a variety on display and have brochures with
others. See what’s available and set a budget for how much you are
willing to spend.
Most have a cooking grill that is as good as an indoor range for
cooking foods. They are high quality cook tops. The sizes of the
grilling area vary. Larger sizes are good when you are cooking for a
crowd. Side burners are great for preparing vegetables at the same
time as grilling the meats. Multiple zones are great for cooking
more than one food. This allows you to use different temperatures
for each food.
Grilling Kitchen Island Choices
Grilling islands are available in custom or pre fabricated models.
Permanent custom built grilling islands are masonry islands. They
are generally made of stone or brick and are a permanent fixture in
the yard. They are also very expensive.
The nice thing about custom islands is they can be made to match
your home or pool areas. The tiles can match your pool on counter
areas. These increase the value of your home. They are a good choice
if you plan to use the island frequently and want something that
will last for years.
Pre fabricated islands are manufactured in a factory and delivered
to your home. You provide the measurements of the cooking surface to
be used. Sizes range from a five to six foot rectangular shape and L
shaped islands. Round table ends are also available to provide
additional space for eating.
There are a variety of finishes, styles and designs available in
outdoor kitchens. There are nearly as many options as indoor
islands. Durable granite islands or tiled countertops provide
function and style. As with custom islands, you can match the tile
to your pool and the island to the style of your home. Multiple
levels are available for separate cooking and eating areas.
Summer kitchens also provide storage space in cabinets and drawers.
This gives you a place to keep cooking utensils and outdoor eating
supplies. Storage space makes entertaining easier without having to
carry everything outside every time you want to cook.
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