In a recent survey of grilling enthusiasts, they came up with the three main items they hate about gas grilling, namely uncontrollable flare-ups, grills that fall apart after a couple of seasons, and burnt food.
When your burger is burnt, most folks assume it's the chef's fault when in fact its really that cheap grill that caused it . It's a fact that not all grills cook equally. The better the design and construction of the grill, the higher the chances of you getting a well cooked burger. Choosing the right grill can mean the difference between eating juicy steaks or charred cheeseburgers.
To ensure that you buy the right gas grill for your needs, try to follow these basic steps:
Step 1: Shake it
This means just grab that baby by the sides and shake. If its rattling at the store, then it will be the same as you use it in your backyard. The best grills have carts that are welded, not screwed together, to make them sturdier.
If it relies on fasteners and screws to be put together, the less durable it will be.
Look for a grill that has solid steel welded construction.
Check the thickness of the metals. For stainless steel on a hood or trim pieces, you'll want thicker gauge that will be long wearing. Look for 304-grade at the least.
Check the wheels since this is where most manufacturers cut corners. Casters should be up to appliance standards. Wheels should be designed to survive extreme hot and cold temperatures so they don't crack or break.
Step 2: See What Is Inside
Lift up the hood. Most shoppers just do this and figure if its heavy, it must be ok. This is similar to buying a used-car and thinking the car must be good since the hood is so heavy! You need to look closer to see if the grill is any good.
Stay away if you see nickel or chrome-plated steel. That means rust in your future. Better grills use individually welded porcelain-enameled steel, stainless steel, or porcelain-enameled cast-iron cooking grates.
Check the distance between the handle and the hood to make sure you will not be burned as you open and close it. If you see heat and weather-resistant material like stainless steel or glass-reinforced nylon, then you are good.
Look for a double-walled stainless steel hood. Double-walled hoods create an insulated air space protecting the outer finish from discoloration.
Step 3: Take Out The Grates and Look Underneath
All grills have a system for dispersing heat from the burners while making sure grease and food drippings are channeled away from the burners. Many grills use lava rocks or ceramic briquettes. But beware, drippings can pool on these surfaces until they reach a flash point and flare-up. The best design is an inverted v-shaped metal bar that rests on top of the burners to vaporize drippings.
Check where the grease goes. If drippings aren't properly channeled away from the burners, they can cause flare-ups or even worse, a grease fire in the bottom of your grill. Look for a system that funnels drippings down and away from the burners into a high-capacity catch pan. If the catch pan is shallow, like a cookie sheet, it could overflow onto your patio or deck. It's also an advantage if you can have access to the pan without turning your grill around.
Step 4: Take Out the Steel Bars
Time to check the burners under the steel bars. Lower priced grills will have only one burner or burners shaped like an H, a U, or a circle. These designs can create hot and cold spots across the grilling surface, meaning steaks on one side of the grill will be fully cooked while those on the other side won't be done, or worse, overdone. Independently controlled burner tubes are better, since they run the length of your cooking space, resulting in evenly dispensed heat.
The best grills have at least two or more separately controlled burners, not just control knobs. Controls for each burner give you the ability to grill by the Direct or Indirect method. Also, check if the burners are spaced to provide even heat across the entire cooking grate.
Step 5: Think About Who Made This Grill
See if you recognize the brand name. Ask yourself if the company will be around when you need grilling advice, assistance, or spare parts for the next few years. Check if the nameplate really means that it was made by that company or just a cheap import from you-know-where.
Lastly, check online reviews and ask your friends, neighbors and family ! The strongest proof of a quality product is whether or not those who have one are pleased with their purchase. It's the best way to gauge how satisfied you'll be with your grill after you get it home.
Author Resource:-
Dolores is a student who is trying to make some money on the side by promoting a varied collection of web sites. If you are looking for a good pool store or a great deal in weber gas grills, try visiting her sites.
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