11 Jan

What’s the Difference Between Gas, Pellet & Charcoal Grills?

If you are looking for a new grill, it’s important to know which type will best suit your grilling needs. With grill options like the gas, pellet, and charcoal, you need to learn the difference between them in order to decide how they will each fit your lifestyle and budget. If you have little knowledge about the diverse types of grills on the market today, this guide will help you learn the difference between gas, pellet, and charcoal grills. Share on X

With so many grill options, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. They each have their different uses, prices, and cooking times. You also need to consider the size and space you have to cook in, and which one will best suit your cooking needs. Here is some more information on the difference between gas, pellet, and charcoal grills to help you make your decision.

Gas Grills

Gas grills are the most commonly bought grills these days. They offer good flavor, quick heating time, and convenience. There are different sizes available depending on your available space and uses propane or a natural gas line to heat and cook your food. With a push of a button, your grill is ready to use in less than ten minutes.

ProTip: A gas grill is perfect for the frequent griller and many models come with side cooktops, rotisserie kits, and multiple burners.

Pellet Grills

Pellet grills have been around for quite some time, but their popularity has exploded in the past few years. A pellet grill burns hardwood pellets made from wood scraps and gives your food a delicious hardwood, smoky flavor. These grills have a side hopper in which you place your pellets, and the “hot rod” inside ignites the pellets. Wood pellet grills are very versatile and can also be used as a smoker. These grills tend to be a little more pricey than charcoal grills,

Charcoal Grills

Charcoal grills offer better flavor than a gas grill but don’t have the woody smoked flavor of a pellet grill. Unlike the other grills, these grills use charcoal briquettes or lump charcoal, which takes time to get the fire going. Getting a charcoal grill ready for cooking can take up to 30 minutes, and then unlike gas grills, you can’t just turn them off when you are done. Charcoal grills are less expensive to purchase up front, but the cost of charcoal can add up over time.

Choosing the Right Grill for You

There are different perks and advantages to gas, pellet, and charcoal grill types, which is best for you depends on your wants and needs. Make sure to honestly consider what you want to get out of a grill: How quickly do you want your meals cooked? How much time and effort do you want to put forth? And what type of flavor are you looking for? And, what kind of space do you have? Asking these questions can help you make the right decision.

Contact us to learn more about the difference between gas, pellet, and charcoal grills.

04 Jan

5 Perks of Adding a Built-In Fire Pit to Your Backyard

More and more people are looking for ways to enhance their outdoor living space. By adding the right features, you can make your outdoor space more usable and enjoyable. One of the top ways to make your backyard a great place to spend more time is to add a built-in fire pit. Here are 5 perks you can expect from adding a built-in fire pit to your backyard. Share on X

Enhance Your Outdoor Space with a Backyard Fire Pit

Do you wish you were spending more time in the backyard entertaining or just hanging out with family, relaxing after a hard week at work? Here are some suggestions to make your backyard comfortable and functional:

Instant Ambiance
Adds Entertaining Space
Additional Cooking Area
Boosts Home Value
Creates Warmth & Light

1) Instant Ambiance

Adding a fire pit to your backyard creates instant ambiance with its warmth and cozy surroundings. Use your built-in fire pit to create a focal point in your yard. By making it the center of attention, people won’t be able to wait to gather and spend time around the fire.

2) Adds Entertaining Space

Forget about sitting around on the couch inside! Adding a fire pit to your outdoor area will add entertaining space to your home. And…maybe it will even get those kiddos off their video games and devices!

ProTip: Sitting around an outdoor fire pit provides a fun and natural way to entertain and make memories with loved ones.

3) Additional Cooking Area

An outdoor fire pit also adds an additional cooking area to your home. Not only can you cook up some smores, but you can easily throw a grill on top and cook up some open-flamed cooked meats, kabobs, or other delicious meals.

4) Boosts Home Value

An outdoor fire pit in one of the top things home buyers are looking for these days. This popular trend is helping boost home values and when you have a built-in fire pit integrated with your patio, it helps draw attention to your home’s architecture and the surrounding landscaping.

5) Creates Warmth & Light

A key feature of a fire pit is the cozy warmth and light it adds to your outdoor living space. While some nights during the heat of the summer might not be best for sitting around a fire, spring, autumn, and winter are all perfect seasons to spend making memories around the fire pit with loved ones.

Add a Fire Feature to Your Outdoor Living Space

There are so many options to consider when looking to add a built-in fire pit to your backyard. Choose from a variety of materials, colors, styles, and sizes. Work with a landscape professional to create the perfect custom fire pit for your outdoor space.

Contact us to learn more perks of adding a built-in fire pit to your backyard.

28 Dec

4 Goals to Create Your Own Outdoor Oasis in 2019

2019 has arrived and with it, the opportunity to set new goals for the New Year! A little preparation now will allow you to enjoy your outdoor space in the coming months. It’s easy to create an outdoor oasis in your backyard when you make these 4 goals for the new year. Share on X

Create Your Own Oasis in 2019

Whether your backyard been neglected or you just don’t like the current style, it’s easy to create your own tranquil oasis in 2019. Now is the time to create the space you’ve always dreamed of! By working towards a few goals now, you’ll have your perfect space and outdoor oasis in no time!

Backyard Renovation

ProTip: One of the easiest way to create an outdoor oasis is by choosing a theme for your outdoor space.

Add some style and create a place that you won’t want to leave. Design options are endless! Some popular themes are tropical, Tuscan, English garden, desert, or beach-house to name a few. Create these looks with different plants and landscaping, new throw pillows, and decor. Again–get creative and see what themed inspiration you come up with!

Outdoor Kitchen

If you love to cook and entertain, adding an outdoor kitchen to your outdoor space is a simple way to create an outdoor oasis in 2019. An outdoor kitchen (and dining area) can be the new focal point of your yard, allowing you more ways to spend time outside. There are so many design options for your new outdoor kitchen and you can custom tailor them to the look or theme you want.

Fire Features

To create an instant outdoor oasis, add a fire pit to your outside space! The most popular outside fire feature these days is the fire pit. They come in every shape and style and can be made from a plethora of materials and finishes. In addition to providing heat and a comforting place to sit and relax, your pit can also help you cook up some tasty food, too.

Add Mood Lighting

Outdoor lighting can turn your boring yard into a sanctuary to relax in during the evening hours. Whether you place solar lights around your landscaping to highlight walkways and pretty plants, or you hang lights from your pergola or arbor, you will create the right mood for relaxing or entertaining al fresco with friends and family.

Set Your Goals Now to Enjoy Your Outdoor Oasis All Year

Setting goals now will allow you to build your dream backyard without feeling rushed. Whether you’re building a brand new outdoor space or improving on an existing one, start early and plan ahead to set you up for success!

Contact us to learn more ways to turn your outdoor living space into an outdoor oasis in 2019!

21 Dec

Happy New Year from Creekstone Outdoor Living!

Are you as surprised at how quick 2018 has zipped by in the blink of an eye? We sure are! It’s been a great year and this is the time we pause and reflect, analyze the year behind us and look ahead with great anticipation for the year to come. We consider what went well and look for opportunities for growth. With the year behind us, here’s a look at 2018 with Creekstone Outdoor Living. Share on X

Creekstone Outdoors Brings Home the Pinnacle Award!

Creekstone Outdoor Living is pleased to announce that they have been honored as a 2018 Pinnacle Award Winner by Luxury Pools + Outdoor Living Magazine! Sam Hickey, the owner of Creekstone Outdoor Living, teamed up with Regal Pools to create an outdoor living masterpiece that won top honors for Ultimate Outdoor Entertaining Space.

Creekstone Outdoor Living: 2018 Pinnacle Award Winner

Adding Value to Homes with Outdoor Improvements

Did you know that making a few outdoor improvements can add significant value to your home? However, not all improvements add value, and according to Forbes, paying for unnecessary improvements is one of the biggest and costliest mistakes a homeowner can make. Some outdoor improvements offer larger returns than others, and many of them can be done without breaking the bank.

How to Add Value to Your Home with Outdoor Improvements

Cars, Coffee, & Community

At Creekstone Outdoor Living, we love our local community and we are inviting you to stop by the 2nd Saturday of every month for Cars & Coffee! Browse our showroom while you meet some new friends and enjoy some delicious foods grilled fresh for you. This is a great opportunity to check out the newest models of outdoor grills, from Big Green Egg to the latest from Lynx.

Looking Forward to Serving You in the New Year

Creekstone Outdoor Living is your complete solution for custom outdoor design services and products. Our retail store and design center provides a one-stop-shop for all of your outdoor living needs. It has been our honor and pleasure to serve your outdoor living needs in 2018. We are excited for all 2019 will bring! From all of us at Creekstone Outdoors, we hope you have a safe and happy New Year!

14 Dec

Last Minute Christmas Gifts Ideas For Dad

Christmas is almost here and sometimes dads can be tricky to buy gifts for. Most the time, they buy whatever it is they want, making coming up with a fantastic gift a little difficult. If you are looking for some last minute gift ideas for dad, here are 5 that he is sure to love! Share on X

Last Minute Gift Ideas for Dad

Surprise dad this Christmas with something he isn’t expecting–but will certainly love. Here are five great last minute gift ideas for dad that will surely put a smile on his face:

New Grill
Grill Accessories
Fire Pit
Pool
Outdoor Kitchen

1) New Grill

Face it, dads love to grill! Even if he already has a grill, he could use another–there are multiple styles to choose from these days! If he already has a gas grill, maybe get him a popular Big Green Egg charcoal grill, or even a new pellet grill so he has different cooking options available to him.

2) Grill Accessories

If your dad has recently purchased a new grill (or already has several types), grill accessories are the perfect last minute gift idea! A grill cover or side burner are great additions for any grill!

3) Fire Pit

Another great last minute gift idea is to give dad a fire pit! A fire pit creates the perfect ambiance in the backyard and gives family and friends a new, cozy place to huddle around and make memories. It also gives dad another way and place to cook!

ProTip: A custom fire pit is the perfect last minute gift idea for dad! It adds warmth, offers an additional cooking space, and allows him to entertain and host backyard parties all year round!

4) Pool

If you’ve heard dad complain about the heat of the summertime, then a pool would be a perfect Christmas surprise! And, winter is the optimal time to get a pool installed and ready for next summer!

5) Outdoor Kitchen

If your dad loves cooking outside or entertaining, surprise him with a new outdoor kitchen! An outdoor kitchen allows him to stop running in and out of the house for ingredients or drinks because everything he needs is right where he needs it!

Last Minute Gifts Dad is Sure to Love

It can be stressful trying to figure out a last minute Christmas gift for dad, but have no fear. The above list is sure to please any dad and bring a smile to his face.

Contact us to learn more great last minute gift ideas for dad.

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