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  • Countertops and Seating
  • Countertops and Seating
    From "Weekend Landscaping"
    episode WKL-211


    The outdoor kitchen begins to take shape with the grill's finished installation, and the addition of countertops and stools....
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    Steps:

    1. The grill (figure A) is set up at the back of the cooking area, close to the game room. This grill has multiple cooking areas (figure B and figure C) for both direct and indirect heat, making it ideal for a variety of cooking requirements.
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    Figure A

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    Figure B

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    Figure C


    Tip: When setting up a grill, it should accessible and close to the house, but, off to the side, since you won't be using it every day. Also, make sure it is located in an area where smoke and noise won't bother your neighbors.

    2. Since the countertop is heavy and you don't want to keep moving it around, create a paper template of the surface (figure D), and move the template around the space until you find the perfect spot. Make sure to leave enough room for the stools, and also leave enough room to work at the grill.
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    Figure D

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    The table supports are marked through the template openings.

    3. Install (figure E) and level (figure F) the concrete bases.
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    Figure E

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    Figure F


    4. Install the glass counter on the base (figure G). You can also make a countertop from exterior-grade plywood and then tile the top, or you can purchase a large slab of stone for the top (but remember, this option will be very heavy).
    5. Concrete stools are added to the table areas for seating (figure H). Concrete is low maintenance and will clean up easily with soap and water. It will age over time, but that is part of the charm of concrete.
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    Figure G

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    Figure H


  • ALSO IN THIS EPISODE:


  • Gutter Repair
  • Landscaping Basics
  • Flooring
  • UV Air Sanitizer
  • Replacement Windows
  • Planter, Self-Watering
  • Hand-Painted Glasses
  • Choose Washer/Dryer
  • Backsplash Installation
  • Hand-Painted Bowls
  • Prepare for Vacation
  • Maintain Garage Door
  • Disinfect Bathroom
  • Romance Kit
  • Curb Appeal
  • Transport Equipment
  • Installing Undermount
  • Holiday Decorating
  • Family Scrapbook
  • Ice Candle
  • Selecting Doors
  • Spark Plug, Changing
  • Maintain Cabinets
  • Front Door Facelift
  • Change Windowpane