Workshop
Ask a question

The Bunnings Workshop community can help with your home improvement projects.

How to build a built-in BBQ under cover?

Revi
Just Starting Out

How to build a built-in BBQ under cover?

image.jpg

Hi,

I am planning to make my self a simple Built in bbq and one sink .

can I use wooden frame with wooden leg?

is necessary any sheet under BBq for wight project ? If yes which sheet is the best?

I would like to hide wooden leg and frame .

can I use any wood liner ?

in back side will

be rain water will

be affected so which is best to cover back side ? Is there any wooden liner available?

thnak you

Revi

 

JacobZ
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: How to build a built-in BBQ under cover?

Hi @Revi,

 

A warm welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community, it is fantastic to have you with us.

 

In outdoor areas, you will have to use H3 Treated Pine for your framing. The framing will have to follow conventional construction methods, using a top and bottom plate alongside vertical studs to ensure the benchtop is braced laterally and supported vertically. 

 

The frame will need to be clad with non-combustible material such as fibre cement sheeting and allow for ventilation in line with Australian Standard 5601.1.

 

Yes, you will need to have a sheet underneath the BBQ to support the weight and be compliant with the relevant standards around non-combustible construction.

Check out this example from the manual of the Jumbuck Astro 4 Burner Built In BBQ for some guidance based on the dimensions of their product.

 

 

You mentioned that the BBQ will be subject to rain? Can you show me the location where you are planning to put it? 
 

Let me know what you think and if you have further questions please don't hesitate to ask.

 

Jacob

 

Revi
Just Starting Out

Re: How to build a built-in BBQ under cover?

Yes ,

here is attached pictures of my alfresco 310 cm between wall to wall , bbq table will come there and the front area will be facing inside only back side affect the water issues, also I am planning back side leg joints with top roof and cover with like outdoor sheet . Under bbq which sheet good for protection? 
thank you 

revi

IMG_5630.jpeg

Revi
Just Starting Out

Re: How to build a built-in BBQ under cover?

Both sides looking nice and timber design look. Which is best meterial for cover

IMG_5742.png

 ? Attached pictures. 

JacobZ
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: How to build a built-in BBQ under cover?

Hi @Revi,

 

Is the plan to use a built-in BBQ like your plans or a standalone BBQ with some benches built on either side, like in the image?

 

It is important that whatever design you use is in line with the recommendations for your specific BBQ.

 

In your example, they have used decking boards like these SpecRite 90 x 19mm Merbau Pre-Oiled Decking, which are suitable for use in wet areas and can be used to clad your whole frame besides the area where the BBQ sits if you are using a built-in BBQ.

 

If you are using a built-in BBQ like your original plans, then the BBQ will have to sit on and be surrounded by non-combustible fibre cement sheeting such as Villaboard.

 

Let me know what you think.

 

Jacob

 

Revi
Just Starting Out

Re: How to build a built-in BBQ under cover?

Thank you for your service

, I am planning built in BBQ.Which bench top for reducing cost effective? I noticed few wooden bench top is it good? 
thank you 

Revi 

JacobZ
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: How to build a built-in BBQ under cover?

Hi @Revi,

 

The BBQ itself needs to sit on non-combustible material such as the Villaboard I mentioned above.

For your timber benchtops on the sides, this SpecRite 2200 x 600 x 26mm Multi-Use Merbau Panel would match the cladding nicely. Alternatively, this Practa 2200 x 600 x 26mm Acacia Timber Benchtop would look fairly similar at a lower price point.

 

Jacob

 

Revi
Just Starting Out

Re: How to build a built-in BBQ under cover?

thank you

revi

Why join the Bunnings Workshop community?

Workshop is a friendly place to learn, get ideas and find inspiration for your home improvement projects