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{"type"=>"root", "children"=>[{"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"What is the difference between a side burner and a power burner?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"A side burner is sized for everyday tasks and produces 12,000 to 15,000 BTUs on a single burner or 24,000 to 40,000 BTUs on a double. A power burner puts out far more heat, from 30,000 up to 65,000 BTUs, which is what you need for frying a turkey, boiling crawfish or cooking in a large wok."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"What size outdoor built-in burner fits a standard island cutout?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Outdoor built-in burners run from 11 to 24 inches wide. Single side burners are typically 11 to 15 inches, double side burners take roughly 18 inches, and power burners are the widest at 24 inches. Measure your island cutout before ordering, since these units drop into a finished opening."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"How many BTUs do I need from an outdoor kitchen burner?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"For warming sauces and sauteing, a 12,000 to 15,000 BTU single side burner is enough. A double side burner at 24,000 to 40,000 BTUs lets you run two pots at once while entertaining. Step up to a 30,000 to 65,000 BTU power burner only if you fry, boil large pots or cook in a wok."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Should I buy a single or a double side burner?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Buy a single side burner if you mainly need one extra pot for sauces, vegetables or a warming station. Buy a double side burner if you cook full side dishes while the grill is running; Bonfire, Coyote, Artisan and RCS all pair two burners in one cutout. Doubles are wider, so confirm the island has the space."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Do outdoor built-in burners run on natural gas or propane?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Outdoor built-in burners are sold in both natural gas and propane configurations, so match the burner to the fuel already running to your outdoor kitchen. Coyote's C3SB single and C3DB double side burners, for example, are offered either way. Confirm the fuel type listed on the product page before ordering, and browse "}, {"type"=>"link", "url"=>"/collections/naturalgas-propane-grills", "title"=>"", "target"=>"", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"natural gas and propane options"}]}, {"type"=>"text", "value"=>" to compare."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"What is the difference between a built-in and a drop-in burner?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Built-in burners drop into a cutout in a custom outdoor kitchen island and mount flush with the counter. Drop-in and countertop models, such as the Sunstone Ruby Series 13-inch Versa side burner, give you more placement flexibility on a counter or cart. Both configurations run through this collection, so check the mounting style on the listing."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"What can you cook on an outdoor power burner?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"A power burner handles the jobs a grill cannot: boiling seafood, frying a turkey, cooking in a large wok or heating a stockpot. The 24-inch Alfresco Versa Power reaches 65,000 BTUs, the TrueFlame TFPB and American Made Grills Muscle power burners run 60,000, and the Coyote C3PB is rated 30,000."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"How much should I budget for an outdoor kitchen burner?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Most outdoor built-in burners fall between $200 and $2,000. Single side burners sit at the low end of that range, double side burners in the middle, and infrared sear and high-output power burners from Alfresco and American Made Grills sit above it. Start with "}, {"type"=>"link", "url"=>"/collections/side-burners-under-1000", "title"=>"", "target"=>"", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"side burners under $1,000"}]}, {"type"=>"text", "value"=>" if budget leads the decision."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"What are outdoor burners made from?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Outdoor burners in this collection are built from 304 stainless steel, several with brass burner rings, including the Summerset SSSB1 and the Artisan ART-SB1 drop-in. 304 stainless resists rust and corrosion through year-round exposure, which matters for a component installed permanently in an outdoor kitchen island."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Can I install a side burner next to my built-in grill?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Yes. Side burners are commonly installed beside built-in grills, but you have to follow the manufacturer's required clearances, cutout dimensions, ventilation requirements and installation instructions for the burner itself. Use the exact cutout specification for your burner model rather than estimating the opening from the product's overall dimensions. Selecting the grill and burner before construction lets your contractor build both cutouts correctly. Compare "}, {"type"=>"link", "url"=>"/collections/built-in-grills", "title"=>"", "target"=>"", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"built-in grills"}]}, {"type"=>"text", "value"=>" at the same time."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Does a built-in side burner need an insulating jacket?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"An insulating jacket may be required when a side burner is installed in an island containing combustible materials. Requirements vary by manufacturer and burner model, so check the installation manual before the island is built, and never assume a built-in burner can drop straight into wood or other combustible construction. See "}, {"type"=>"link", "url"=>"/collections/grill-liners", "title"=>"", "target"=>"", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"grill liners"}]}, {"type"=>"text", "value"=>"."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Do outdoor side burners need electricity?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Many side burners do not need a dedicated electrical connection for basic operation, but models with electronic ignition, LED controls or other powered features do. Check the product specifications for your burner before planning outdoor kitchen utilities, because power is far easier to run while the island is still open than after it is finished."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Do side burners need outdoor kitchen ventilation?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Gas-burning appliances require proper ventilation and must be installed according to manufacturer requirements and applicable codes. Propane is heavier than air, which makes low-level ventilation especially important in an enclosed outdoor kitchen island. Plan venting into the island design rather than adding it after the cabinetry or masonry is complete."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Can I add a side burner to an existing outdoor kitchen?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Yes, provided you have the space, the correct gas supply, proper ventilation and a suitable location for the burner. Confirm that the existing countertop and island can take the required cutout before you order, since the opening has to be cut into a finished surface. Work from the manufacturer's cutout dimensions for the exact burner model."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Should my side burner be the same brand as my grill?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Not necessarily. You can mix brands as long as each appliance is installed according to its own specifications. Choosing the same brand or product series does give a more consistent appearance across handles, lids, stainless steel finishes and control knobs, which shows most when the burner sits directly beside the grill in the same run."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Where should a side burner be placed in an outdoor kitchen?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Place the side burner where you can reach it easily while cooking, without it interfering with the grill, the prep area or the traffic through the space. The layout also has to maintain every manufacturer-required clearance from combustible surfaces and from other appliances, so settle burner placement while the island is still being designed."}]}, {"type"=>"heading", "level"=>3, "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"What is the difference between a side burner and a sear burner?"}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"A side burner works like a traditional stovetop burner for sauces, vegetables and smaller pots, while a sear burner is built to produce intense heat for searing steaks and other proteins. Some specialty burners perform more than one function, so check the individual model's specifications rather than judging by the name alone."}]}]} |
