SPOTLIGHT OUTDOOR KITCHENS
Successfully Equip Your Outdoor Kitchen with the Right Appliances
The best room in the house isn’t necessarily in the house.
T
he sounds and aromas of grilling food mingle with the laughter of family and friends, the clink of ice in tall glasses, and a fresh breeze.
Tese are moments that crystalize into cherished memories. Tis, to us, is the good life. An outdoor kitchen helps put more of the good life into everyday life, in part by adding value to your home.
According to American Institute of Architects (AIA) Chief Economist Kermit Baker, “In the last few years, outdoor living spaces have become the new ‘great room’ in terms of must have items for homeowners.” As for return on investment, Hanley- Wood’s annual Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report reveals that outdoor space created by a deck addition will recoup more than 75% of its cost on resale. In higher-end deck additions, costing $40,000 or more, the expected recoup is 60% of cost, up from previous years. But it’s not enough to have enough space for an outdoor kitchen; you need the right accessories to make food preparation as easy for the cook as it is enjoyable for diners.
Te goal of an outdoor kitchen is to make it easy and convenient to prepare, serve and enjoy meals out- doors. An outdoor kitchen may include a cooking station, food prep surface, cleaning station, refrigera- tion, storage, shelter for the chef, and lighting to keep the party going aſter sundown. Te success of this space will hinge on its functionality and its durabil- ity—how well it holds up to the elements.
Selecting the Right Grill Te heart of the outdoor kitchen is likely to be the grill. Wolf outdoor grills are available in various sizes and can be built in or freestanding on an optional cart. Tese high quality outdoor gas grills use two types of heat—direct and indirect—to achieve the ideal temperature range and uniform heat distribution that are the keys to flawless grilling. Direct heat from the gas burners delivers high, searing temperatures and rapid preheating, while radiant heat sources distribute temperatures evenly. With Wolf, you can count on exceptional performance, year aſter year
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