outdoor kitchen

What better way to show off your design creativity as well as your love for all things culinary than with an outdoor kitchen? An outdoor kitchen can be as ornate or as simple as you would like. It can include everything that your inside kitchen has and your only boundary is your budget. All types of grills, from charcoal to gas, will be the staple appliance in your outdoor kitchen.

Installing various ways to cook is often the most exciting feature in your outdoor kitchen. Grilling is not the only option for cooking. What about an oven for baking, a smoker, a griddle or a gas cooktop for preparing side dishes in addition to your grill? Many grills include gas cooktop burners on the grill. The materials that you use in your kitchen can include everything from granite to stainless steel.

Create a getaway in your outdoor kitchen by adding an outdoor fireplace for ambiance. Or, add a pizza oven that you can use all year long for personal family use or for entertaining a group. You might also consider a smoker – they are very popular and fun to experiment with.

The most popular material used in an outdoor kitchen is stainless steel. It is beautiful, easy to clean and extremely modern in appearance. Stainless steel is resistant to the elements as well. Everything from the main cabinets to accessory appliances is available in stainless steel. Think about the many different options available to you today in an outdoor kitchen. Move the favorite meal of the day outdoors for added charm!

While you are working on your outdoor kitchen have us come do the dirty work around your home. We offer what we feel is North Carolina’s best gutter guard system, deck construction, interior painting, exterior painting, drywall hanging, siding repair, and more. Learn more about these services on our Raleigh home improvement page.

This article is part of a series:  Summer 2015 North Carolina Home Improvement Project Ideas.

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