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Lava Rock and Briquette Etiquette!
Rocks
or briquettes?
The fundamental difference is lava rocks
need to be replaced every season or two (depending how
long you use them). Briquettes, while more expensive can
be turned over and reused.
Rock
& Briquette Maintenance:
-
Remove
the rock and rock grate they rest on
- Lightly
brush residue off with a wire brush
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An
easy way to clean briquettes
on an ongoing basis is to periodically turn them upside
down and cook on the opposite side, which will gradually
burn off and clean the underside of the rock
-
Reinstall
the rocks, make sure they are distributed evenly across
the Rock Grate surface. This will help the grill cook
at an overall even temperature
- When
replacing uniformly shaped briquettes, arrange the rock
to
have a minimum amount of space between them.
This will reduce the grease drippings directly onto
the burner flame and help reduce flare-ups
What
do I need to know about Lava rocks?
- If
your grill uses lava rocks, you should replace
them every season or two
- Lava
rocks absorb grease over time and can cause flare ups
if they become saturated
- Make
sure you buy a quality rock that won't fall through
the rock grate opening
- Purchasing
a high quality briquette may be better value for
money, it's important to know that briquettes do not
normally need to be replaced as regularly as lava rocks
do.
Flare
Guards:
- Flare
guards can also work in place of briquettes. It's
important to buy a high quality cast iron flare guard
if you decide to take this route, as the cheap thin
porcelain metal alternative will burn out quickly, and
provide a hot and uncontrollable heat source.
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