4 Reasons Outdoor Kitchens Cost More Than Conventional Barbecues
Why are Outdoor Kitchens Pricier than Barbecues?
The price of an outdoor kitchen varies according to the materials it is made, the dimensions and the appliances you wish to include.
Owning an outdoor kitchen will enable you to share wonderful outdoor moments with your family or guests.
If you don’t want to have to reinvest in another outdoor kitchen in a few years’ time, choosing a quality kitchen that’s resistant to the outdoor environment is essential.
Sure, an outdoor kitchen will cost you more than a conventional barbecue, but you’ll save money, time and the hassle of investing in a top-quality outdoor kitchen after.
You’ll be able to enjoy your outdoor space without fear for decades to come!
That’s why, at FESFOC, we guarantee the durability and strength of our top-quality 316 stainless steel outdoor kitchens.
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How to choose outdoor kitchen appliances?
One of the main cost factors of an outdoor kitchen is the appliances. These include the grill, refrigerator, sideburners, outdoor kitchen sinks and any other appliance you want.
Appliances could be 40% of the total cost of the kitchen. That’s a huge percentage. This means that if you buy a €14,995 kitchen. Appliances will account for around €5998 of the total cost.
This may surprise you, as you’re probably used to appliances costing just a few hundred euros. But aren’t they good enough for your outdoor kitchen? At FESFOC, we offer top-quality appliances. FESFOC’s team uses appliances that are specially designed for your outdoor kitchen, offering you durability and maximum resistance.
Why you should not buy cheap appliances for your outdoor kitchen?
First of all, they are not safe for an outdoor kitchen. Outdoor wiring, electronics, mechanisms, etc. are designed to withstand harsh weather conditions such as humidity, rain, cold, heat, dust, etc.
It is not appropriate to place an indoor appliance outside, even if it is under cover, because they are designed to work in temperatures of around 21 degrees celsius.
Why don’t indoor appliances endure outdoors?
They are not designed to withstand cold, humidity, dust and for that reason if they are placed outdoors they automatically lose their warranty. In addition, indoor appliances if used outdoors can cause accidents due to electrical failures or premature wear and damage.
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Safety hazards and special fittings for your outdoor kitchen
It’s probably common for most people to buy cart-mounted grills in general stores. Unfortunately, freestanding grills are not designed to be integrated into an outdoor kitchen. In fact, they can pose a huge safety risk because of the way their ventilation is designed.
For example, a freestanding grill is bottom-ventilated. But when placed in a kitchen island, this part of the grill is blocked. This can lead to dangerous accidents!
It’s best to opt for a built-in grill specially designed for installation in an outdoor kitchen. They are of better quality and designed to exhaust air safely.
What does the price of outdoor appliances depend on?
However, the installation instructions must be followed to the letter in order for the appliance to meet all safety specifications required by the manufacturer. Otherwise, the appliance may be damaged and the warranty will not be honored.
The price of outdoor appliances is based on the type of materials they are made of, their high resistance to weather such as cold, heat, UV rays, rain, salt spray (in case of being near the sea), their performance, etc…
Durability of outdoor kitchen appliances
The prices of outdoor appliances are justified because they use materials capable of withstanding the outdoors and inclement weather.
Tip: Before buying an outdoor appliance, make sure it is good enough to withstand the weather in the area where you live, because not all outdoor appliances are made with the same materials or the same weather resistance.
They have to stand the test of time! It’s not just a question of a five- or ten-year lifespan. You want to buy appliances that can last for decades.
Appliances for outdoor kitchens near the sea
Indeed, the appliances cost more, which adds to the cost of your outdoor kitchen, but it’s a gain in the long run.. We always recommend 304 or 316 stainless steel for the appliances, as it stands up well to outdoor use. Because it’s a higher-grade material, this grade of stainless steel also comes at a higher cost.
304 stainless steel also helps prevent rust and corrosion. The extra cost is justified, as it offers superior strength and durability. We recommend that you look for premium quality built-in grills.
They are designed to be recessed into your island, which makes them safer. These types of grills will avoid having to replace your grill every time…
Replacing your outdoor kitchen is not a wise choice
Another reason why not to buy a cheap appliance: The extreme inconvenience you’ll suffer if you have to replace it. It’s never very easy to replace an appliance. But you’re likely to run into even bigger problems because these appliances are an essential part of your kitchen.
What happens if your grill model is no longer available? Don’t expect a cheap grill to sit on the shelf forever. Kitchen island cut-outs are not just standardized in size.
They are designed for specific appliances. If you can’t find exactly the same appliance, you may have to cut your kitchen island to fit a new one and this is not a good thing.
That’s why it’s worth spending more on your appliances right from the start. You won’t have to worry about replacing them! The opposite is also true. There’s no point in having built-in appliances if your grill island isn’t built to last!
Why Outdoor Kitchens MUST Be Durable?
They have to be designed to withstand a lot. You can’t just lay down cheap materials and expect them to last. Can your island withstand the weight of a heavy grill? Is it made of flammable materials that will catch fire when you light your grill?
You can probably see where this is going, but it’s true…
Any outdoor kitchen island capable of withstanding the elements and the wear and tear of time must be fabricated with highly resistant materials for outdoors.
It doesn’t matter how much you think you’ll save up front. It’s not worth spending twice as much on repairs and replacements in the future if the island doesn’t hold up.
This means that the materials you use must be durable. They must be able to withstand extreme heat, cold, salty ocean air, hail, rain, freezing. This also means you’ll spend more on quality outdoor kitchen materials.
A quality company like Fesfoc, will guide you towards quality materials as well as other important considerations to have in mind.
Outdoor kitchens can be risky without skilled engineers
Outdoor kitchens are actually quite complicated. And that’s what makes them more expensive. There are so many details, specifics and safety issues to consider when it comes to building outdoor kitchens. It’s not a project for just anyone.
You need to make sure to choose a brand manufacturer with many years in the industry and an experienced engineering and design team to avoid future problems with your outdoor kitchen. The experts will know exactly what to do.
What are the Best Luxury Outdoor Kitchens?
You pay for expertise, quality and safety. Whoever builds an outdoor kitchen for you needs a great deal of specialist knowledge. And that’s not for everyone. Nor is it something you can obtain by watching a few YouTube videos.
A company like FESFOC really knows what it’s doing and is a guarantee for an excellent result when buying an outdoor kitchen. When you hire a quality brand, you’re hiring experts in the field.
They will know what safety precautions to take, what materials to avoid, how to ensure your island will last a long time, and much more.
This kind of experience is worth it to know that your island will be done right and that your safety will be assured.
In Fesfoc we have an engineering team with 20 years of experience making outdoor kitchens.
We have manufactured thousands of kitchens that today are in perfect condition both aesthetically and functionally.
This is because we manufacture all our products using high quality materials, carefully designing every single detail to ensure that all the elements are perfectly resistant to weathering and the passage of time, always taking into account all safety protocols.
What’s more, they’ll build it especially for you!
