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We have an extensive range of BBQ's and accessories which allows great flexibility to mix and match trolleys, BBQ's, roast hoods, side burners and all other additional extras, offering a BBQ tailored to your individual requirements.

These days a BBQ is considered an extension of your kitchen, and should ideally be located near the main cooking area.

You'll probably be surprised how much use it will get.

Remember that the price of the BBQ will determine quality, performance and longevity.

What is the best BBQ cooking surface?

Cast Iron is used in most BBQ's these days, with a wide range of qualities available.

Premium cast iron surfaces can be coated in a non-rust ceramic finish that prevents rust and is easier to clean.
Stainless steel cooking surfaces are also available. In many of today's new models the grill is made of stainless steel. Stainless steel is ideal if your BBQ is to be situated near the beach, as the stainless steel finish will resist rusting and erosion due to the salty atmosphere to the greatest degree.

Grills, hot plates or baking dishes?

Grills:

The grill is designed for cooking steaks, kebabs and other meats.

It cooks food directly over the BBQ rock or flame tamer, allowing juices to fall onto the rock or flame tamer, which then smokes and flares up giving your food a distinct barbecue flavour.

Food cooked in this way is low in fat content and is the healthiest option.

Hot Plates:

The hot plate is ideal for cooking foods that would fall through the grill, such as eggs, tomatoes and mushrooms.

Baking Dishes:

The baking dish is for cooking marinated foods.

Portable, built in or island style?

The portable model is by far the most popular as it offers greater flexibility.

However, built in models can look great on paved areas and complement your entertaining area.

Also, as more and more people are integrating the BBQ as an extension of the kitchen, a new range of BBQs called Island BBQs are becoming increasingly popular.

These Island BBQs can incorporate sinks and fridges into the cabinet to make the ultimate outdoor cooking area.

Whether you purchase a portable, built in, or island BBQ depends on personal choice and budget.

Should I use natural gas or bottled gas?

Natural Gas is the best option as it provides an inexhaustible, economical gas supply.

The new, flexible natural gas hose allows the BBQ greater flexibility of movement.

Natural Gas BBQ's are only available from specialist retailers.

Alternatively, there is bottled gas. This is easy to fit but requires regular refilling.

The preferred cylinder sizes are the 4.5kg and the 9kg. The 9kg is the most economically viable in the long run as it requires less refilling.

What is the best ignition system?

There are several types of ignition systems: the push button and rotary piezo ignition systems as well as the new battery powered rapid-fire ignition system.

The latter is the best; with a simple touch of a button, the burner will light instantly.

If you are apprehensive about lighting BBQ's, you will appreciate this feature.

What is the best finish for me?

The best finish for you BBQ is dependant upon where your BBQ is going to be situated.

The two options are:

BAKED ENAMEL:
Does not resist heat or UV rays very well, and so is only suitable for areas that are well covered.

VITREOUS ENAMEL:
A hard finish that is easy to clean and heat resistant. It is absolutely ideal for a BBQ built within brickwork or outside in the elements.

STAINLESS STEEL:
The most durable finish, perfect for salt air conditions. Must be FULLY (not SPOT) welded, and be sure that the complete body is stainless steel and not just the front.

What size will suit me best?

The size of the BBQ is determined by the amount of burners: two; three; four five, six or seven.

The larger the BBQ, the greater the flexibility in cooking surface.

What kind of trolleys are available?

There are four types of BBQ trolley to choose from. Of course BBQ's R US supplies all of these:

METAL TROLLEYS:
There can be a big variance in quality. Look for solid construction with a durable finish. Their main advantage is their low maintenance.

TIMBER TROLLEYS:
There is a BIG difference in the quality of the timber trolleys available. Jarrah is the premium timber.

A good quality trolley should have big wheels and wide timber legs with extra bolts for side shelf support.

These are good looking and complement timber patios.

Check the construction and make sure there is plenty of bracing; give the trolley a good shake,
if it seems to wobble. FORGET IT!

This generally occurs in cheaper, more mass produced and less durable models found at non- specialist BBQ retailers.

STAINLESS STEEL TROLLEYS:
These are extremely durable and look fantastic. They are ideal for a salt-air environment, as they will never rust. Another plus is their low maintenance.

CABINET TROLLEYS:
The area underneath the BBQ is completely enclosed, providing a useful storage area for all your BBQ accessories. Features of the cabinet trolley include swinging doors and a side burner. These are good looking trolleys that complement any patio.

Ensure that the trolley you buy has 4 wheels (not two) to allow easy movement.

Should I have a side burner or a back burner?

Side burners are an optional, stove-like cooking area attached to the side of your BBQ.

They are useful for boiling water, making gravies and allow you to cook wok style foods such as a stir-fry.

An inexpensive and worthwhile addition to any BBQ is an infrared back burner. Infrared back burners are for people who want to do spit cooking in a traditional manner (for instance, at a fish and chip shop).

Whether you decide to purchase a back burner on your BBQ us once again purely a personal choice, and may depend on what applications you are going to use the BBQ for.

Why should I have a roast hood?

Roast Hoods on BBQs open up a whole new world of outdoor cooking!

However they can be added at a later date - ask the specialist at BBQ's R US whether your chosen BBQ caters to having a Roast Hood added.

Check the quality of the hinge system, handle and temperature gauge, and that the finish is Vitreous Enamel or Stainless Steel (avoid painted Roast Hoods as these are low quality).

Rock or flame tamer?

BBQ's can come with a Flame Tamer that can be either metal or cast iron.

The alternative is BBQ rock; the preferred type being genuine lava rock.

Both are extremely good, however the lava rock is susceptible to flaring.

We would recommend flame tamers as opposed to lava rock as flame tamers enable more controlled cooking.

Draining systems?

There are two types of draining systems.

The simpler BBQ's have a slide out drain tray, but the better BBQ's have a double drain system that is more effective and easier to clean.

They reduce the likelihood of a fat fire as fat is collected and stored in a container away from the heat.

Hoses and regulators?

All BBQ's approved by the Australian Gas Association must be supplied with a hose and regulator.

Check that the regulator you are given will fit the cylinder you have. Adapter fittings are available if there are any problems.