Whether you do your outdoor grilling on a popularly priced gas outdoor grill or a top-of-the-line, stainless steel model, there are some things that won't change - messes. Sparks, spills, grease and flare-ups are a given when grilling in your backyard, whether it involves feeding the family or entertaining a large party. Think about the many times you've had to clean up those messes that came from grease spilling onto the deck. Outdoor living can cause serious damage over time to your deck or patio.
And if you are someone who likes to have parties during the summer, then the likelihood increases that there will be plenty of messes to clean up. For some, it's a small price to pay for the added enjoyment, but why do it when you don't really have to? If you've invested a lot of money or hours in labor building your deck or patio, you want to make sure it's protected from the wear of outdoor grilling. As outdoor rooms become increasingly popular, many decks and patios are getting bigger and more deluxe. The last thing you want to do is ruin that deck or patio. If you spend just a few dollars on a grill pad now, you'll avoid spending thousands of dollars later down the road repairing the damaged outdoor living surface. U.S. homeowners currently spend over 0 billion annually on remodeling and renovation, and a full third of that staggering amount is for outdoor amenities, with decks and patios a priority.
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) reports that more than half the 1.8 million new homes built have decks, patios or porches. A grill pad is a lightweight, flexible, fiber-cement deck protector that is so durable it will outlast most grills. It's easily cleaned with a garden hose and "breathes" to keep down the water buildup that can cause stains and even mildew on the expensive surface beneath it. You'll probably want to put one under each of your outdoor heating appliances. This might include grills, turkey fryers, smokers or fire pits. The pads are available in different colors to match most any outdoor decor. Grill pads can be found at the big home improvement stores. So before you fire up the grill this coming summer, go out and grab a grilling pad to put your gas outdoor grill on. It will be one of the smartest investments you can make and will save the headache of pressure washing the deck or patio.
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