Products and Materials we use in our Outdoor Living products:

We Offer Custom Outdoor Kitchens and fireplaces made with
granite Countertops, granite stucco, stone and Much More

WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE CREATIVE OUTDOOR KITCHENS TO BUILD YOUR SUMMER KITCHEN OR OUTDOOR FIREPLACE:

What makes our company different? You may select your own appliances (grill, sink, refrigerator, tv, etc) or we will obtain your preference for you at the lowest cost possible. In order to save you the most money and yet maintain the highest quality product, we provide appliances from reputable manufacturers like R.H. Peterson (creators of Firemagic and American Outdoor Grill), DCS, OCI and others. Our strong alliances with these manufacturers allow us to offer you the best stainless steel appliances at the lowest possible cost to you. Do you have your own grill, refrigerator, ice maker? No problem. We will gladly install your own equipment in your new Summer kitchen.

You may finish the sides of your kitchen/fireplace with Stone or our unique crushed granite stucco. These surfaces give you the most longevity for the life of your kitchen. We can also match the stucco of your house. We will not use plastic or wood for the cabinets or anywhere else in the structure. We only use the highest quality materials that giving you many, many years of enjoyment. Since we custom cut and finish our own granite, our prices are much lower than you would expect for such a high quality product. Here is a brief overview of the materials and appliances you may choose from:

WHY WE USE GRANITE FOR OUR COUNTERTOPS:

Granite, quarried from the mountains of Italy, the U.S., India, and dozens of other countries around the world, is one of the most popular natural stones on the market. Available in a striking array of colors, granite's durability and longevity make it ideal for kitchen countertops and other heavily used surfaces.

While some synthetic surfaces scratch easily and melt under hot cookware, granite resists heat. Granite is also one of the most bacteria-resistant kitchen surfaces, and it is not affected by citric acid, coffee, tea, alcohol, or wine. It is also nearly impossible to scratch, and with proper cleaning, will not stain under normal use.

A leading consumer magazine recently compared granite with engineered stone, ceramic tile, laminate, butcher block, and other manufactured surfaces. Granite received the highest overall performance rating as a kitchen countertop material.

As the saying goes, imitation is the greatest form of flattery. Countertops made from acrylic and other manufactured materials may have the “look” of granite, but the similarities end there. For resistance to bacteria, heat, scratches, stains, and overall performance, granite is unsurpassed.

Does Granite stain?
For the most part, granite does not stain. While it is true that stone is a porous material, of all the stones, Granite is the least porous. We apply an impregnating sealer to the stone when it is installed to further protect it from this possibility. Water left on a Granite counter top for a long period of time will show evidence of moisture. It will however evaporate and the "dark spot" will disappear. Oil left on a Granite surface will slowly be absorbed into the stone. It is recommended that any spills be wiped up when they occur. If the spill is not caught in time and a stain does occur, a poultice may be applied to draw the oil back out of the stone. Over time the oil will naturally redistribute itself in the stone until it becomes virtually undetectable.

How scratch-resistant is Granite?
With normal daily use, even cutting directly upon it, you will not mar the finish of your counter top. Unlike any other surface, Granite will not lose its shine.

How heat-resistant is Granite?
Unlike "man made" synthetic solid surface counter tops, granite can withstand a dish hot from the oven or stove right onto its surface.

Will my Granite counter top chip or crack?
Most flaws in stone are detected during transit of the slab. If it can withstand the fabrication process, it will never break under normal kitchen conditions. You would have to assault it with something like a hammer and even then, you'd have to work at it.

How much does granite cost?
There are many variations in granite colors, styles, availability and difficulty of mining and transportation. All of these factors affect the cost of the granite. To make things even more difficult, different granite manufacturers have different names for their granite, even though it may be basically the same color. Creative Outdoor Kitchens works with several excellent granite distrubutors locally. We hand pick our supply yards and work with each one on an individual basis. We may recommend you visit a particular yard because of their location relative to you, their level of service and the availablility of the type of granite you may be looking for. In general, there are usually many colors that fit within the standard pricing of our kitchens. Should you choose an upgrade color, you will be charged only for the difference between the standard color and the upgrade price.

WHY WE USE "GRANITE STUCCO" FOR THE SIDES OF OUR KITCHENS:

Crushed granite stucco has excellent color retention and is resistant to dirt pickup, mildew growth and UV degradation. It is rated 5000 psi and may be pressure washed. Although we CAN match the stucco of your house perfectly, we prefer to use Crushed Granite. This is a proprietary mix and as such, is regarded for its durability and longevity. There are 10 colors available:

 

STONE:

Stone is another beautiful addition to the outside surface of our kitchens. Priced a little higher than the crushed granite stucco, stone adds a luxurious and "earthy" quality to the outdoor kitchen, bar and fireplace area. You can find a great many stone selections at this website:

 

APPLIANCES:

We are representatives for many excellent brands of outdoor appliances. Our favorite is Firemagic. Everyone seems to have their own opinions of which brand is best, however in our 19 years of experience, we have chosen Firemagic by R.H. Peterson as our "premier" brand. The quality of product, lifetime warranty and outstanding support have led us to this conclusion. You can do your own research on Firmagic and other outdoor appliance manufacturers and come to your own conclusions. It doesn't matter to us - we will install whatever you select or even help restore your existing appliances for use in your outdoor kitchen. We are always willing to voice our opinion but the ultimate decision is yours.

To help you with your research, Here is a link to a comparison chart of different makes and manufacturer published by Firemagic. It was developed in 2007, but most of the information should still be relevant. We sincerely hope it helps you decide:

Click here for Firemagic grill comparison chart

 

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727-735-1246

choose any combination of accessories. You may also purchase grills, doors and other components in our store online:

 

Refrigerator Keg-a-rator Sink Propane/Natural Gas Pull Out Coolers cocktail stations TV with roll up shutter

Ice Maker Paper Towel Holder Side Burner Stainless Steel Doors Storage Drawers Trash slot / bin Outdoor quality sound system

 

Phone: (727) 735-1246 • Fax: (727) 947-3472

Proudly representing R.H. Peterson fine line of grills and accessories: