Ashe Samuels
Ashe Samuels
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An effective island outdoor kitchen depends on high-quality materials. If you use cheap materials in your set-up, your purchase won’t be as safe to use or as beautiful to look at.
Did you know PVC has been linked to toxic chemicals throughout its production and if it’s accidentally consumed? If you’re thinking of relying on classic wood instead, your purchase will still be at risk for mold build-up, splintering, and warping. Even large amounts of stainless steel can rust and corrode if you’re not careful. When you need a material that holds up to just about anything life throws at it, HDPE is more than up to the task.
Short for high density polyethylene, this thermoplastic material is commonly found in all sorts of practical, everyday items – including outdoor kitchen materials!
If you’re short on time, the biggest benefits you’ll enjoy when switching to HDPE are:
- Boosting your home value with a lifetime warranty
- Stacking on extra accessories to enjoy your kitchen even more
- A hardy material that holds up well to hot weather
- A tough material that doesn’t rust or corrode in humidity or sunlight
- A marine-grade material that doesn’t warp, wrinkle, or develop mold
- Enjoying woodgrain patterns without the upkeep of traditional wood
- Enjoying rich, vibrant colors that won’t fade or corrode
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You’ll Boost Your Home’s Value With Our Lifetime Warranty
Did you know a minor kitchen remodel can boost your home’s ROI by at least 85%, especially if you replace outdated features like cabinets? High-quality HDPE is one of the best features you can give your new project because they’re built to last.
Our lifetime warranty comes from using 100% HDPE for our outdoor kitchen cabinets – we’ll replace defective or damaged parts at no cost. While some manufacturers only use HDPE for certain parts, we use HDPE for the entire cabinet with the exception of stainless steel hardware.
With this commitment to quality, you get to enjoy unparalleled durability in your outdoor kitchen – no materials warping or corroding when you least expect it.
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You Can Stack on Extra Accessories for Maximum Enjoyment
If you’re thinking of outfitting your outdoor kitchen with a few more features, you can increase your home value even further. HomeLight’s survey from the National Association of Home Builders saw outdoor kitchen renovations as one of the most popular picks for homeowners.
Our outdoor kitchen islands come with all sorts of practical accessories such as:
- Three drawer banks for extra organization
- An ice chest for all sorts of drink recipes
- A convenient trash pullout
- A fridge to store food and drink
- A sink to keep your prep space clean
While you’re cooking up ideas for a comfortable island outdoor kitchen, why not add on a grill? Our outdoor kitchens come with extra features such as:
- A 32” BlueFire Grill NG for all your grilling needs
- Side burners for extra cooking flexibility
- Double side burners for complex recipes
- Trash pullout to keep your workflow from being interrupted
- Ice chests for drink recipes
No matter your cooking experience or lifestyle, there’s a kitchen accessory with your name on it.
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You’ll Avoid Unsightly Warping and Wrinkling in the Hot Weather
Some materials just aren’t built for constant sun exposure and high temperatures. HDPE is tough enough to hold up to sweltering summer days without losing its strength or color.
PVC is a common material for outdoor kitchens and is well-known for being affordable, but at a cost. This material slowly loses its impact strength and resistance over just a few years of regular sun exposure. This means your outdoor kitchen will become more susceptible to dents and scratches, which is a major issue if you use it regularly or have children. Stainless steel cabinets also get hot to the touch very easily and can create annoying glare when you’re trying to cook.
To compare, HDPE is much more durable to common issues like scuffs, dents, scrapes, and scratches. You don’t have to worry about it burning your hands or stinging your eyes, either! Instead of buckling under the heat, it remains a dependable and accessible material for decades.
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Your HDPE Island Outdoor Kitchen Will Stop Rust and Corrosion
Your island outdoor kitchen will no doubt be your pride and joy for years, perhaps decades. If you want to avoid rust and corrosion build-up, you’ll need reliable HDPE cabinets.
Stainless steel is a strong material – indeed, we use it for our inner hardware – but too much of it can be a problem. Steel cabinets have an unfortunate tendency to grow fuzzy rust or splotchy corrosion when exposed to too much water. If you don’t want the responsibility of constantly wiping down your outdoor kitchen, HDPE will free up your schedule nicely.
HDPE is a marine-grade material that many manufacturers use to build sturdy pipes, bottles, and even boats! As such, it has no trouble maintaining its appearance and strength under regular water exposure. Whether your kitchen experiences a sudden downpour or daily humidity, you can rest easy knowing it’ll look and feel good with very little maintenance.
You Won’t Have Any Mold in Humid or Wet Weather
Another concern of homeowners is the development of mold and mildew. These tricky spores can grow in warm and cold environments as long as there’s enough moisture, so keep them at bay with HDPE.
While you may be tempted to repurpose some indoor wooden kitchen cabinets for the outdoors, they’re a short-term fix with a long-term issue. Unless you’re willing to reapply coats of varnish regularly and double-check your kitchen for any moldy spots, you’ll need a stronger material.
Our outdoor HDPE cabinets won’t develop hazardous mold or smelly mildew if you forget to wipe it down after a session. They also won’t wrinkle, buckle, or bubble like wooden cabinets.
Wondering how much your high-quality island outdoor kitchen could cost? Get a free quote so you can start budgeting the set-up you’ve always wanted!
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Your Island Outdoor Kitchen Can Have Woodgrain Patterns Without the Downsides
What else can you enjoy alongside a lifetime warranty and minimum upkeep? We also offer a wide assortment of beautiful woodgrain patterns so you can enjoy the beauty of wood without the maintenance.
Want an island outdoor kitchen with a bold, yet sophisticated color scheme? Consider choosing our ironwood woodgrain pattern, a dark and dramatic option well-suited to modern outdoor kitchens. If you prefer a more old-fashioned set-up, we have classic kitchen staples like whitewash, mahogany and teak.
Alongside choosing traditional wooden textures, you can also choose several vibrant colors.
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You’ll Enjoy Plenty of Vibrant Colors That Won’t Fade
You don’t have to stop there – our line-up includes an assortment of warm and cool colors so you can craft your precise aesthetic. Even better, our lifetime warranty ensures you’ll enjoy the same brilliant colors for decades to come.
Paint on wood has a tendency to fade, warp, and peel from the elements. Cheap plastic cabinets also won’t hold up well to repeated sunlight exposure, fading your kitchen into a shell of its former self. HDPE’s thermoplastic construction makes it tough enough to hold up to UV rays and wipedown sessions alike, looking brand new even after several years of regular use.
When an outdoor kitchen is such a big investment, why go for materials that won’t look good or work well after a few years?
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HDPE Has Several Benefits for Your Island Outdoor Kitchen
Your island outdoor kitchen is a space for you to relax, cook, and kick back with friends. HDPE ensures you can spend the majority of your time not fussing or cleaning, but doing what you love.
Instead of constantly checking for moldy spots or periodically replacing worn out cabinets, our 100% HDPE cabinets come with a lifetime warranty. If any of your parts are defective or don’t work properly, we’ll replace or repair them at no cost. You can also modify your kitchen island to have extra features, like extra drawers or a fridge, to suit your lifestyle.
Ready to start putting together a beautiful island outdoor kitchen? Call us at 561-300-0176 or send us an email with your questions and ideas – we’re ready to help!