Will My Stainless BBQ Grill Rust?
Yes. People who purchase stainless bbq grills are looking for a quality grill that they do not have to replace every two years. Most stainless bbq grills come with a lifetime guarantee but people are sadly shocked to see the grill rusting. There are a lot of answers to these questions and we will go over the simple and the obvious.
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Reasons Your Stainless BBQ Grill Will Rust
One reason your stainless bbq grill may rust is the quality of the grill parts. Look out for the inexpensive grill with the name Commercial Model or Professional Series. We are so use to associating a stainless product with a symbol of quality.
Just because it has the stainless look does not mean that the stainless steel is high quality. Unsavory Manufacturers will purposely use cheap stainless to give a look and idea of high quality but cheap steel is quick to rust and discolor. If the grill is cheap, the quality is usually cheap.
Look at the actual manufacturer of the grill. American manufacturers will document the type of materials used to make the grill. Be sure the importer is not claiming to be a manufacturer. If your grill comes with a warranty, call and see if you reach a person or if the warranty is a sham. American Made stainless steel BBQ grill are usually made with higher expectations of the product and quality.
Today, well built products are made from a stainless steel designated as 304. Classified in numerical categories, 304 refer to outdoor stainless because of its chemical properties. Indoor stainless steel does not contend with humidity, rain, snow, or heat. Outdoors grills use 18 gauge, 304 stainless steel because of the nickel and chromium. Nickel is the hardening agent that will prevent rust and chromium protects the surface of grill.
Another reason for stainless grills to rust is a swimming pool. If your grill is close to your pool the chemicals of the pool will cause your grill to corrode. Chlorine and other chemicals slowly dissipate into the atmosphere and your grill is directly affected. Be aware of where you place your grill in relation to your swimming pool. If you are grilling by the pool, after cooking store the grill as far away from the pool as possible.
The main key to the life of your grill is proper maintenance. Once a year break down your grill and remove the burners, cooking grids, and shields. Properly clean each piece to remove grease and carbon discoloration from heat. After each cooking but sure to run your grill on high for 10 to 12 minutes to dry it out and then scrape the stainless clean. Keep your high quality stainless grill clean and dry and it should last forever.