Anyone build an outdoor kitchen?

[f350drvr]

I am thinking about building an outdoor kitchen and wanted to see if anyone had any experience with them. I have done some research and it doesn't look like rocket science. I thought one of you guys may have some pointers or things you would have done differently with yours.

I am thinking about framing it with 18ga galvanized metal studs, covering it with dura rock, and slate tiles for countertop. I will probably only do a propane built in grill and a couple of stainless steel access doors.

Any thoughts?

 

[Vanilla Gorilla]

I built a brick and block one. Add a sink with at least cold water and a couple burners.

 

[I_FLY_LOW]

IMO, if you ever want to add anything heavy to those walls, you'd be better off with wood studs.
If you're concerned about rot, go with treated 2x4's in the cirtical areas.
I'm planning on building something like that for my patio at some point in the future.

 

[Jack]

I built a brick and block one. Add a sink with at least cold water and a couple burners.

 

[Vanilla Gorilla]

I used the term "I built" rather losely...

 

[LACamper]

I've thought about it. First I need to put a cover of some type between the house and the shed...

I've got a gas line handy but propane would be easier for most people. I like the built in blenders also (for chopping seasoning, really!).

 

[autogateman]

Make sure the walls have vents at the bottom for the fumes to escape.

 

[CEHollier]

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?...00060.100000681161835&type=1&relevant_count=1

When I built our house two years ago I put a kitchen in. Doing it at the time of constriction let us put in a sink and hook the pit up to natural gas. We use it a lot.

 

[f350drvr]

Charles, that looks really nice.


I was thinking metal studs vs pressure treated because of the heat and risk of fire. Using the 18 ga instead of the cheap Home Depot metals studs I should be good to go on weight rating.
I didnt think about vents, but will plan for them. Unfortunately I don't have a way to tie a sink drain in the the house so I will only be adding a grill and storage area.

I will be adding an aluminum patio cover to cover everything for the elements, and pavers or slate tile for the patio surface.

 

[I_FLY_LOW]

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?...00060.100000681161835&type=1&relevant_count=1

When I built our house two years ago I put a kitchen in. Doing it at the time of constriction let us put in a sink and hook the pit up to natural gas. We use it a lot.

That is one fine setup!

 

[sam4freedom]

Very fine setup! The stamped concrete came out nice as well.