Does a 38 inch built-in grill fit a 36 inch cutout?
No. A 38 inch built-in grill needs its own cutout, and a 36-inch opening will not accept it. Because 38 inches is a less standard size, pull the exact cutout dimensions off the product page and hand them to whoever is framing the island before any block or stone goes in.
Which 38 inch built-in grills are available?
Two RCS models cover the 38 inch built-in size: the Cutlass Elite CEG38, with four burners, 80,000 BTUs and 760 square inches of cooking area in 304 stainless steel, and the Cutlass Pro RON38B, a four-burner built in 304 stainless steel with an infrared rotisserie burner.
What is the difference between the RCS Cutlass Elite CEG38 and the Cutlass Pro RON38B?
Both are 38 inch four-burner built-in grills in 304 stainless steel. The Cutlass Elite CEG38 is rated at 80,000 BTUs across 760 square inches of cooking area. The Cutlass Pro RON38B adds an infrared rotisserie burner, which is the one to pick if you want to run whole chickens and roasts on a spit.
Should I buy a 38 inch or a 40 inch built-in grill?
Pick 38 inches when you want more grate than a 36-inch grill without the island length a 40-inch model demands. Pick 40 inches when you want five-burner options and a wider brand selection. Compare 36 inch built-in grills and 40 inch built-in grills before you set the cutout.
Can I get a 38 inch built-in grill in natural gas or propane?
Yes. 38 inch built-in grills are offered in both propane and natural gas configurations. Decide fuel before ordering, because these grills ship built for one supply. If a gas line does not already reach the island, factor the trenching and hookup into the project alongside the grill itself.