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Nothing says summertime like a perfectly barbecued meal. Making your outdoor cooking experience sizzle all comes down to knowing what to look for in a quality barbecue, which is why The Home Depot has created the Barbecue Buying Guide to walk you through the decision-making process.
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When purchasing a new barbecue, take the time to consider the following questions:
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For the barbecuing enthusi- ast, the charcoal barbecue is a great choice. They cook foods at high temperatures to seal in juices and create a smoky flavour that many people love. When compared with gas grills, charcoal units take longer to heat up; however, this problem can be alleviated by purchasing a charcoal barbecue with a gas-ignition system such as the Weber Performer Charcoal Barbecue. The Weber One Touch Gold Charcoal Grill comes with a high-capacity ash catcher that makes indirect grilling and clean up easier. Charcoal barbecues have fewer flare-ups than gas-fuelled units.
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Propane gas barbecues heat up quickly and provide a high level of BTUs (British Thermal Units) for cooking. They are also available with multiple burners with individual temperature controls, which will enable you to simultaneously cook different foods at different temperatures. Added features include temperature indicators, side burners, back burners and storage cabinets. Propane gas barbecues are easy to clean, easy to use, and can be counted on to produce the same kind of flame every time.
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If you're looking for a portable barbecue perfect for camping and tailgate parties, consider the Weber Q or the Weber Go-Anywhere Portable Charcoal Barbecue. Their compact designs offer flexibility and convenience without sacrificing quality.
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Like propane-fuelled barbecues, natural gas barbecues heat up quickly and typically have the highest BTUs for cooking. Natural gas barbecues require a natural gas line connection to your grill for setup, and are also available with side and back burners, temperature indicators and storage cabinets. The greatest benefit of natural gas barbecues is the readily available, endless supply of fuel -- unlike propane gas barbecues which need to be refilled. With a natural gas barbecue, you'll never have to worry about refills or running out of fuel in the middle of cooking.
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We provide in-store barbecue assembly ready for pickup and installation of natural gas hook ups.
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Teach your grill new tricks, with just the right barbecue accessories.
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FEATURES TO LOOK FOR |
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| CHARCOAL |
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• Ash catcher
• Fuel holder
• Gas-ignition system
• No-rust parts
• Hinged cooking grates
• Handles and wheels
• Chimney-style starter
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• Economical
• Fewer flare-ups
• Handles and wheels provide maneuverability
• Take a while to heat up
• May be messy
• Need to replenish coals
• Can be used as a smoker
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• Side burners
• Rotisserie
• Multiple Burners
• Cast-iron gates
• Stainless-steel body
• Individual burner controls
• Temperature indicator
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• Use propane or natural gas
• Heat up quickly
• Multiple burners cook different foods smultaneously
• Higher BTU ratings indicate more heat for fast cooking
• Drip pans help flare-ups
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| PORTABLE |
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• Portable fold-up cart
• Commercial-grade aluminium
or stainless-steel body
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• Economical
• Handles and wheels provide maneuverability
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• High-efficiency propane burner
• Commercial-grade aluminium
or stainless-steel body
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• Portability and form factor
• Available cooking area
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