Tips & Techniques

The best outdoor kitchen depends on the space and how you plan to use it. The Summerset Outdoor Kitchen Planning Series continues with choosing the right appliances. We've compiled some of the most common features for outdoor kitchens, along with a few unique options. The options are limited only by space and budget, from pizza oven to side burners, refrigerators to sinks, and even dishwashers to deep fryers.

When researching grills, it is necessary to catalog needs and wants before shopping, beyond budget and size. The Summerset Outdoor Kitchen Planning Series continues with how to choose a grill for your outdoor kitchen. The grill is the most crucial outdoor kitchen feature and an excellent place to invest a big chunk of the budget, but you should never rush it.

The patio flooring of an outdoor living area ties the entire space together. With many types of flooring with different pros and cons, the Summerset Outdoor Kitchen Planning Series continues with tips on choosing the right flooring for your outdoor space. Check out this installment to learn more about your various options.

The most decorative element of a kitchen is often the countertops because of the stunning textures, hues, and large slabs. The Summerset Kitchen Planning Series continues with help for choosing your outdoor kitchen countertops. As we look at the different materials available and their characteristics, read on to continue designing your grill island.

The Summerset Outdoor Kitchen Planning Series moves into the design phase to choose the right cabinets for your outdoor kitchen. Most homeowners want to start right here when designing their outdoor kitchen because it tends to be more fun than pulling permits. Read on to see how cabinetry materials and style choices can elevate the look, feel, and function of your outdoor living experience.

How to pick the right island for your outdoor living space can be a daunting task. Whether prefab or custom-built, gorgeous granite counters versus versatile tile, island orientation for cooking and entertaining, and whether shading is needed - there are plenty of options. Through the Summerset Outdoor Kitchen Planning Series, we help homeowners and businesses create an outdoor living space where they can enjoy everything from cooking to dining, relaxing, and entertaining.

The joys of installing an outdoor kitchen are endless, but the process should be carefully planned and executed. The Summerset Outdoor Kitchen Planning Series continues with what to consider about installing outdoor utilities. Here are several considerations to think through for your project to make sure things are planned appropriately.

The Summerset Outdoor Kitchen Planning Series continues with the top things you need to consider before constructing an outdoor kitchen. You'll learn tips for dividing the kitchen into zones, placing appliances, and standard kitchen layouts. We hope this guide helps make designing your new outdoor living area more manageable and fun!

The decision of where to locate an outdoor kitchen will set in motion many other choices, costs, and possible problems. The Summerset Outdoor Kitchen Planning Series continues with the third part: Location. You've been dreaming about it since last winter, and so you're finally ready to invest in a new outdoor living space. Read on for an overview of critical considerations, including zoning requirements, proximity to a grill area, access from outside, and more!

Do you dream of building your own outdoor kitchen to enjoy through the seasons? The Outdoor Kitchen Planning Series from Summerset Grills is your guide to help navigate the various phases and questions that need to be considered when building an outdoor culinary oasis. Join us for a series of articles walking you through the process.

If you're in the market for a new gas grill or are just curious about how to use your current grill better, read our blog, “Grilling with Gas: How to Use a Gas Grill.” With these simple steps and best practices, you can get to safely grilling your favorite steak or fish for a weeknight dinner outside.

There's nothing more satisfying than a big plate of juicy meat with all the fixings, but what is the best way to defrost your steaks for the best results? In How to Defrost Steak – The Best Way to Thaw Meat at Home, we will look at several methods of defrosting meat – the best way, the quicker methods when you’re in a jam, and what NOT to do.