OUTDOOR KITCHEN IDEAS
What to ExpectDepending on the outdoor kitchen ideas you use, the cost of backyard kitchens can vary from a few hundred dollars to more than $10K! It's also important to realize that your outdoor kitchen will have some differences when compared to your indoor kitchen. While your sink and refrigerator are both essential indoors, they are not always needed outdoors, which can help keep costs down as well. Expect an outdoor version of a kitchen to be more casual, with maybe only the essentials you need, like counter space and a good grill. A more elaborate design may even substantially increase your home's value, especially if it can be considered a second kitchen. Planning Your Backyard KitchenWhen it's time to plan, many outdoor kitchen ideas can be put to use. A patio is a great base for the kitchen. However, if the kitchen will be elaborate, including a full refrigerator and rock design elements, installed on a wood deck, additional support may be needed. It's important, but not necessary, to plan the kitchen near the house for convenience. Planning also requires that a spot is found that offers the room to accommodate everything you want and need.Also, when planning backyard kitchens, be sure to keep space in mind. Allow enough room for counter space, your eating area, a good grill and, of course, your guests. Arrange everything to make the best use of the area and keep practicality in mind as well. For efficiency, U-shaped kitchen layouts or even mini galley layouts make excellent outdoor kitchen ideas and plans.The right grill is an essential part of your second kitchen. This means you'll want to plan ahead to ensure you make the correct choice. Take the Btu of cooking power into consideration. Most indoor ranges have about 10,000 to 12,000 BTU, while some of the cheapest grills offer at least 22,000 BTU. More expensive outdoor grills for backyard kitchens can offer up to 60,000 BTU for plenty of cooking power. A good range is 25,000 - 45,000. Beyond the GrillOf course, it's possible to go beyond a simple outdoor kitchen that only includes a grill, eating area, and counter space. If you entertain frequently or plan to entertain large groups may want to go with more elaborate outdoor kitchen ideas. Some ideas are:SOLAR POWER OUTDOOR LIGHTING  Other additions that can turn this into a full dream kitchen include:1. storage cabinets 2. refrigerator 3. sink 4. propane heater 5. counter seating ... and even full electricity and city plumbing! Your imagination is all you'll need. For ideas and more info, search outdoor kitchens, backyard projects or ultimate outdoor kitchen plans using the Google Custom Search Box (above right) or spin the Amazon Carousel below for hand-picked book selections. Mouse over any image to see customer ratings and book price. Click image for details.
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