Sunstone Built-In Grills

What sizes do Sunstone built-in grills come in?

Sunstone built-in grills run 28 to 42 inches wide, covering 28, 30, 36, 40 and 42-inch drop-in heads. The 28-inch charcoal model is the narrowest, the Ruby 30 and 36-inch gas grills are the common island sizes, and the Emerald 42-inch hybrid and 40-inch pellet grill need the widest cutouts.

What fuels can Sunstone built-in grills run on?

Sunstone built-in grills cover more fuels than most brands: natural gas and propane on the Ruby line, gas, charcoal and wood on the hybrid models, straight charcoal on the 28-inch SUNCHSZ28, and hardwood pellets on the 40-inch electric pellet grill. Pick the fuel first, then the width that fits your island.

What is the Sunstone Ruby Pro-Sear series?

Ruby is Sunstone's flagship gas line, running from the 30-inch RUBY3B at three burners and 45,000 BTUs to the 36-inch RUBY4B at four burners and 60,000 BTUs and the 42-inch RUBY5BIR at five burners. Pro-Sear models add infrared sear burners, rotisserie motors and LED-lit controls.

What is a Sunstone hybrid built-in grill?

A Sunstone hybrid built-in grill switches between gas, charcoal and wood in the same firebox, so you can run gas on a weeknight and charcoal or wood when you want the smoke. The 30-inch hybrid and the Emerald Series 42-inch EMCHDZ42 both include an infrared burner for searing.

Can I smoke on a Sunstone built-in grill?

Yes. The Sunstone 40-inch built-in electric pellet grill includes a cold smoker and 918 square inches of cooking space for low-and-slow work, and the 28-inch charcoal SUNCHSZ28 uses an adjustable burn tray to control heat for smoking. Both are drop-in heads built in 304 stainless steel.

What size Sunstone grill fits a standard outdoor kitchen island?

A 30 or 36-inch Sunstone head is the usual fit for a standard island, leaving counter space either side for prep. Go wider only if your island run supports it, since the 42-inch hybrid and 40-inch pellet models need a large cutout. Compare the class in 36-inch built-in grills.

Are Sunstone built-in grills made from 304 stainless steel?

Sunstone builds its outdoor kitchen equipment from stainless steel, and models such as the 40-inch pellet built-in specify 304 stainless steel, the grade used across most built-in grills. Confirm the exact material specification for the model you are buying, since it varies by product line. A fitted cover and routine cleaning do more for how a grill ages than the spec sheet.

What should I confirm before building the island for a Sunstone grill?

Confirm the cutout width, depth and height, combustible clearances, ventilation requirements, gas connection requirements and insulating-jacket requirements before construction begins. Settle the fuel type, series and size first so your contractor designs the island around real equipment specifications rather than around the advertised grill width.

Do I need an insulating liner for a Sunstone built-in grill?

An insulating liner may be required when the grill is installed into an island built from combustible materials such as wood framing. Charcoal and hybrid models deserve particular attention, since solid-fuel cooking behaves differently from gas. The installation instructions for your specific model are the final authority. Browse grill liners.

Does the Sunstone pellet built-in grill need an electrical connection?

Yes. The Sunstone electric pellet built-in needs a dedicated electrical connection rather than a gas line, so plan that run early in the island design. Charcoal models need no gas supply at all, while the Ruby gas and hybrid grills are the ones that need a gas connection. Match the service you run to the island to the fuel you have chosen.

Are Sunstone grills good for coastal outdoor kitchens?

Sunstone equipment is used in coastal outdoor kitchens, but verify the stainless grade on the specific model first and then commit to the maintenance. Clean salt, humidity residue, grease and airborne contaminants off the grill regularly, and keep it covered when it is not in use. That routine matters more in salt air than anywhere else.

Can I match Sunstone doors, drawers and cabinets to the grill?

Yes. Sunstone builds complete island systems, so its built-in grills are designed alongside a deep catalog of matching access doors, drawers and cabinets. That makes it straightforward to design a consistent island from one supplier, which is the strongest case for the brand when the whole island is being bought at once. Browse grill cabinets.