The garden barbecue for grilling on an open flame of skewers/rotisserie for chicken, lamb, or skewers with meat and vegetables, which you will find with us as the Small BBQ with a shelf, is one of our most preferred models.
It is the perfect combination of compactness and functionality for every family.
The shelf offers plenty of convenience for the grill masters, who can place various accessories, utensils, or prepared dishes here.
It is important to know that the most favored model of barbecue, "Small BBQ with a shelf" from the Standard series is:
- An exquisite and solid gathering center at home.
- With a combustion chamber made of fire-resistant bricks, bonded with heat-resistant adhesive.
- For outdoor use, both outdoors and in the open air.
- With reinforced concrete panels and cladded with natural stone / artisanal craftsmanship /.
- With modules arranged on a Euro pallet for transportation.
- With the possibility of extending the chimney by adding additional DUCTS.
- With the possibility of using various BARBECUE ACCESSORIES.
- With a detailed Installation Instruction.
Practical Use and Quick Installation:
Stone barbecues are used for preparing delicious and healthy grilled foods. The hearth is loaded with dry twigs and wooden charcoal. During ignition, abrupt temperature changes in the combustion chamber should be avoided, using burners and oil products. Once the fire is formed, the grill is placed, and the prepared products are arranged on it. During cooking, it is advisable to avoid extinguishing the fire (generously) with water, only spraying it.
It is not recommended to use the stone barbecue as a stove/heater, nor to light a prolonged fire with large pieces of wood in the combustion chamber.
The panel construction of the product and the detailed installation instruction contribute to the quick installation process, which can be ensured by 2 – 3 beginners in about 2 – 3 hours on average.
The platform is the most important condition for proper and easy installation. It must be stable, well-aligned, and leveled. The elements of the barbecue are assembled according to the numbering from the installation instructions and are glued with cement adhesive class C2. For this item, you will need 10 kg of adhesive. The individual parts must be generously moistened with water before applying the adhesive to ensure good adhesion. Level at each stage horizontally and vertically.
On the inside of the lower two side panels, there are two holes pierced in the middle of each. Pegs are inserted into the holes, and the shelf is mounted on them.
Finally, grout and clean. After the adhesive has dried (from 12 to 24 hours depending on the season), your barbecue is ready to use.
Our Useful Tips:
Order paving stones together with the selected garden item and solve the issue of the leveled platform without wasting time, in a fortunate combination with it. Besides serving the purpose of the platform, the paving stones can be used for the overall design of the flooring in outdoor spaces and give a finished look to your summer kitchen.
For the avid enthusiasts in garden landscaping, we offer pots of different sizes. The heavy concrete molds with cladding of natural stone provide a beautiful and comfortable atmosphere for your grown plants. Good food in the company of lush vegetation brings pleasure to all senses and reminds us of the significance of truly important things.
Like every beautiful thing and like every natural material, natural stone requires proper care and maintenance.
We recommend: always treat stone surfaces with the right products for natural stone!
Regardless of the type of stone and its location, a single application of sealing agent will save you unnecessary worries and greatly facilitate maintenance.
Everything needs care. Use the high-quality German products from AKEMI, with which we have been working and recommending for years.
The treated impregnated surface does not allow water and contaminants to penetrate.
The protection with a sealer provides resistance against the destructive cycles of freezing and melting in external conditions. Water simply does not absorb when the stone surface is impregnated but forms droplets.
Depending on the type of sealer, it may not alter the external appearance of the stone or deepen its colors. Choose among the following types of sealers:
"Universal" sealer, which does not change the appearance of the stone and protects against water.
"Wet Effect" - a powerful sealer, like the Universal one, but with colors standing out in a more intense contrast.
"Stain-Free" is the best sealer: it protects against water and grease, also without changing the external appearance of the stone.
The frequency of reapplication depends on conditions and the usage of the stone tiles (whether it is flooring and traffic intensity). Usually, AKEMI recommends every 5 years for exterior stone, flooring + wet areas, and 10 years for interior stone (wall cladding).
How to apply the sealer? - It's easy, like child's play. The stone surface must be clean and very dry. The liquid is applied undiluted with a roller, sponge, or brush. If the surface is smooth polished or matte, a second step is required: the so-called "polishing" with a microfiber cloth for 20 minutes after applying the sealer. And we're done.
What cleaning products are used for natural stone? - Some types of stone, such as marble and travertine, are sensitive to acidic, very strong cleaning agents (e.g. bleach). We recommend: always clean your stone surfaces with a pH-neutral cleaning agent.
Ask us if you have any more questions! We are here and happy to assist.
How to breathe new life into natural stone in the exterior?
In a few steps, natural stone can be restored to its original state, in its full brilliance and aesthetics.
First and foremost is regular cleaning and at least once a year thorough washing with a pressure washer. This is particularly important for our outdoor furniture products (barbecues, sinks, tables, countertops, and pavement tiles).
Once the surfaces are clean and dry, do not forget to apply a sealer.
Tip: Protect your outdoor flooring from furniture that may rust.
For specific stains such as oily spots, efflorescence (cement milk), mold, cement residues, or grout mixtures, silicones, or paints, it is best to contact us directly for consultation. Count on us; we will provide you with the right products to address the issue, wherever and whenever possible.
The durability of natural stone depends on the specific porosity of the stone type and its water absorption levels. For example, the porosity of granite and gneiss is around 1%, while sandstone has over 20%.
The biggest destructive enemies for items, coverings, and pavements exposed year-round are the sun and freeze/thaw cycles. When the stone is sealed/waterproof, you will receive maximum protection and much easier maintenance.
In severe cases of areas with contamination, the non-polished stone surface can be treated with an angle grinder and fine sandpapers. This process removes the top layer of the stone, making it look like new. (The process is similar to sanding wooden parquet.)
Stone is the best friend of the yard and garden. With love for beautiful, natural materials and proper care, the stone will continue to bring you joy for many years to come.