Cooking Grates, the Essential Stage

Think of cooking grates as the essential stage for your grilling performances.

Why replace your Cooking Grates?

New Cooking Grates can give your grill a refreshed and attractive look. A clean and well-maintained grill can be a source of pride in your outdoor cooking space, and center stage for your cooking performances. But, beyond aesthetics, replacing your grill grates can be a smart move for several reasons:

Customization: Upgrading grates allows you to choose different materials and designs that suit your grilling preferences. You can opt for stainless steel, cast iron, porcelain-coated, or other types of grates based on your cooking needs.

Improved Cooking Performance: New grill grates provide a more even cooking surface. Old grates with hot spots or uneven heating can lead to inconsistent cooking results. Upgrading to new grates can help you achieve better grilling outcomes.

Wear and Tear: Over time, grill grates can become worn, corroded, or damaged from exposure to high heat and the elements. If your grates have visible signs of wear, such as rust, chipping, or warping, it’s time for an upgrade.

Easier Cleaning: Old grates can be more challenging to clean due to rust, grease buildup, and worn surfaces. New grates are often easier to maintain and clean, making your grilling experience more convenient.

Food Safety: Old, worn grates may harbor bacteria and leftover food residue that can affect the safety of your food. Replacing them ensures a cleaner and more hygienic cooking surface.

Try a different type of grate?

Absolutely. For instance, maybe your stainless rod cooking grates don’t hold enough heat, and you’d like more even cooking surface. You could replace them with a solid anodized aluminum coated grates, or try cast iron. All that you have to do is get out a tape measure and carefully measure your existing grates, then check out available cooking grates for great options.

Did you know that you can use an onion to clean your grill grates? It’s true! After you’ve finished grilling and the grates are still hot, cut an onion in half and use a fork or grill brush to rub it across the grates. The onion’s natural juices help break down residue and grease while adding a unique, subtle flavor to your grill. It’s a creative and tasty way to keep your grill clean and ready for your next cookout!

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