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Gas Grills - Fast Facts

Types of Barbecue Grills

There are three basic types of barbecue grills depending on what fuels the fire or produces the heat. These are the traditional charcoal grills, the gas grills and the electric grills. The product of choice should be determined by a person’s cooking needs, budget and lifestyle. However, a barbecue grill should at the very least be sturdy, easy to assemble and clean and has a built-in mechanism for catching and collecting grease.

Charcoal Grills
Charcoal grills are usually the cheapest but the hardest to light. This will work best with ready-to-light charcoal and can provide the traditional charcoal flavor desired by people. However, the use of this type of grill may not be allowed in apartments and condominiums because of its flames that can be hard to control. It also requires monitoring of the coals until the fire is out and the equipment itself is generally hard to clean.

Gas Grills
Gas grills are relatively easier to light compared to charcoal grills. The flames are easier to control thus evenly browned meats are possible although the distinct charcoal flavor may be absent. These types of grills require propane canisters or a gas line hook up which may or may not be allowed for use in apartments and condominium buildings.

Electric Grills
Electric grills are in the middle of charcoal and gas grills when it comes to price. They work very much like the electric stoves in terms of lighting and temperature control. It allows the use of a great variety of pans but it takes more time to warm up and cool down than gas. The food will definitely lack the smoky taste but it is generally safe to use anywhere.

Elements of a Gas Grill

Excellence in gas grills is not only determined by the looks and the price. The first thing you should be looking at is the cooking system. The best system funnels the grease away from the burner flames to reduce flare-ups. Another aspect to consider is the British Thermal Unit (BTU) which indicates the volume of gas a grill can burn. However, too many BTUs is not necessarily a good thing.

Other considerations would include the construction, the assembly, service and maintenance, safety, warranty and added conveniences. An excellent gas grill will help you avoid the disappointments usually encountered by grilling enthusiasts. These are the uncontrollable flare-ups and uneven heat, burnt food and having an equipment that quickly falls apart.