Choosing Doors for BBQ Grills and Outdoor Kitchens

Doors for BBQ Grills and Outdoor Kitchens

Why You Need Doors for BBQ Grills

It’s not something you give much thought to, but doors for BBQ grills and outdoor kitchens are not just an open and shut case. In fact, doors for BBQ grills and outdoor kitchens have a number of uses. If you’re considering an outdoor kitchen, your BBQ grill and outdoor island will need doors. For those who love to barbeque and cook outdoors, you know that having the right equipment is essential. Doors for BBQ grills and outdoor kitchens are one component of that equipment. An important aspect of your grill and outdoor kitchen setup is having the proper door or doors to easily access supplies, implements, and ingredients, as well as plumbing and fuel sources.

Let’s look at the functions and options that are offered with doors for BBQ grills and outdoor kitchens:

Access Storage Doors for BBQ Grills

Every kitchen needs storage, and that’s maybe even more true for outdoor kitchens. Doors for a BBQ grill installed in an island, however, don’t actually hide much in the way of storage. The space underneath the BBQ usually holds the propane tank and possibly a spare. There may be some room left over to fit a paper towel roll or perhaps some cooking tools, but not much else. Still, you need doors to hide what you’re keeping underneath the grill.

Dry Pantry Storage

A dry pantry is a great storage option for an outdoor kitchen because it is sealed to prevent bugs from getting in. Dry pantries are available in various sizes to store as many non-perishable goods as you might have in your indoor pantry. Dry pantries can come with slide-out drawers as well as shelving, and with glass or solid metal doors.

Types of Doors for BBQ Grills

Doors for BBQ grills come in different configurations:

Whatever the purpose of your doors for BBQ grills and your outside kitchen, door handles must provide a comfortable and solid grip. In addition, the doors must close easily and completely to keep out bugs and pests. Similarly, hinges must provide quiet and effortless operation. Finally, flush and rounded edges protect children and even adults from any accidental injury.

Doors for BBQ Grills Materials

Almost all doors for BBQ grills are made of highly weather-resistant stainless steel. Specifically, they are made of 304 stainless steel, which is considered the most durable. You can buy doors for BBQ grills made with lower grade stainless steel and even wood, but they won’t last as long. If you prefer something with a really different look than the silver of plain stainless steel, at least one manufacturer provides a range of different color finishes to choose from.

Installing Doors for BBQ Grills

If you are a do-it-yourselfer, you can install doors for BBQ grills and outdoor kitchens by following these steps:

  1. Plan the outdoor kitchen layout; specifically, where you want to locate the doors.
  2. Decide if you want a single, double, or combination door for each location.
  3. Determine the specifications for the door opening; note that the cut-out is slightly smaller than the overall door size, to accommodate the trim.
  4. Once the outdoor kitchen island is installed, place the door in the appropriate cut-out.
  5. Hold the door tightly in place; use an electric screwdriver to bolt the door hinges to the frame. (In most cases, there are pre-drilled holes, but you may need to drill directly through the metal.)
  6. If needed, adjust the hinges so the doors close and open properly, and are flush against the exterior of the outdoor kitchen island.

Work with the Outdoor Kitchen Experts

Of course, a complete outdoor kitchen design features doors at various key locations, not just doors for the BBQ grill. We here at BSC can help you design an efficient outdoor kitchen that fits your needs and your budget, complete with doors for BBQ grills, as well as other storage applications.

One of our favorite door makers is Coyote Outdoor Living. In addition to doors for BBQ grills and outdoor kitchens, Coyote offers easy-to-assemble, modular weather-resistant islands precast with stone, wood, or concrete facing. There are a range of options to configure your outdoor kitchen and your door locations. 

We here at BSC want to help create the perfect outdoor kitchen for you. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor kitchen as a poolside retreat or something more traditional for a suburban home, we’ll turn your vision into reality. We offer free consultations to get the design process started, and our talented team and premier partners ensure your doors for BBQ grills, as well as the entire outdoor kitchen, are perfectly tailored to your space and your desires.

Any outdoor kitchen we design for you comes with error-free installation and delivery. Our factory-certified technicians ensure your doors open and close with ease, and make sure that you are completely satisfied with your outdoor kitchen. If you prefer, BSC provides drop-off contactless delivery.
Contact us to further discuss doors for BBQ grills and your outdoor kitchen. At BSC Culinary, our doors are always open.