Saturday, September 12, 2009

Outdoor Grilling Features

By Hank Grey

Buying a new outdoor grill can be a confusing process for new grill owners with all different terms and features out there. So if you're thinking about purchasing that new outdoor grill that you have been longer for some time this summertime you should keep on reading as I will explain how you can go about learning all the various terms and features that you need to know.

One of the most important matters to think about when buying a new outside grill is the fuel type. Outdoor grills come in 100's and even 1000's of different molds, sizes, and fuel types. The most standard type is in all likelihood the standard charcoal grill. An outdoor charcoal grill uses charcoal briquettes to cook the meat instead of a wood or natural gas fuel. Smoker grills usually use wood fuel and the smoke made to heat your food in a way that leaves a special flavor. The only negative thing about those types of grills is that it can takes hrs. to cook. And the final most common type of fuel for grills is propane or natural gas grills. Propane grills are perfect if you need any portability or dont have a natural gas line to your home. On the other hand if you do, a natural gas grill can save you a ton of time from having to purchase or fill new propane containers day in and day out. Actually fuel type is just a matter of taste based on what you will be using it for and where.

A essential ingredient when picking out an grill is understanding what the diverse grilling terms mean. Of these grilling terms, the BTU or British Thermal Unit is quite likely the most common. It is the measurement used to determine the cooking power that a grill has as well as used to describe the heat value of fuels.

Surface size and grilling area is another pivotal factor to keep in mind when picking out outside grills. A huge grill and surface area might go to waste on a single guy and small grill might not be enough for a guy with a family. It just depends on what you need at the time. Just remember that too much is never a bad thing.

The final thing you should think about when choosing a new grill is how easy is it to maintain and clean. See if it has any features that allow you to clean it easier. It may have a cleaning door or even a self-cleaning feature which could save you hours. This is particularly true for gas or smoker grills that can be very messy and hard to clean.

Now that you have learned about the different features its time to go and pick the right grill for you. First you need to look all the various fuel types that would be acceptable for you and make an informed decision about which would be best for your situation. Then you need to look at the varying sizes and brands of that particular type of grill. And last but not least, look at the varying special amenities that you need and see which models have them. Then it's just a matter of price vs quality. If you have followed along in this article than you should have no trouble at all.

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