In this episode, Build an Outdoor Kithen host Jay Baker and homeowner Jim Howard put the finishing touches on the outdoor kitchen. In this first segment, they hook up the gas burners on the raised fire-pit they installed earlier.Materials:
log lighters (available at hardware stores)
lava rock
wire mesh
screwdriver or cordless drill
sink and components
silicone caulk
PVC plumbing components
PVC solvent and glue
lumber for wood trim
compound miter saw
brad nailer gun
Important: Included in this segment are the steps in this outdoor home-improvement project as shown in the episode. These steps are general guidelines that are applicable for similar construction projects. For any construction projects, there may be procedures, specifications, equipment, etc. that are specific to the specific site and circumstances. There may also be variations according to the type and brand of materials you select. Always consult local building codes when undertaking significant home-improvement projects, and read and follow the manufacturer's directions and precautions that come with any materials, tools or equipment you decide to use.
Hooking Up the Gas Fire-PitSafety Alert: If you're not comfortable working with gas lines and flammable gas, a professional can help you with this portion of the kitchen installation.
One of the final details to take care of on the installation of the outdoor kitchen is to hook up the gas connections to the brick fire-pit installed earlier in the center of the patio (figure A). Here are the steps.
- Place wire-mesh squares over the drain in the bottom of the fire-pit (figure B) to prevent the drain from becoming clogged with grit or debris.
- The log lighters come with a large hole at the base which can be opened or closed to varying degrees (figure E) to control the gas-to-air mix, and thus the size of the flame.
- There are also gas-jet holes along the length of each log lighter to allow the gas and flame to come out (figure F).
Important: Once the log lighters are installed, they should be turned so that both the gas holes and the air-inlet facing downward to provide even dispersion of the flame throughout the rocks, and so that they don't become clogged or filled with rainwater.
In the segment that follows, the sink and cabinet doors are installed in the outdoor cabinet unit.Next: Sink and Cabinet-Door Installation
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