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10 barbecue stand and bench ideas

Jason
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A dedicated space to prepare food and store barbecue equipment makes it easier to cook and entertain outdoors.

 

Check out the creative ways Bunnings Workshop community members have turned their barbecue into an attractive feature of their backyards and let us know if you need a hand building your own.

 

1. Barbecue entertaining area with pergola by @sandy_d 

 

Sandy created this unique barbecue bench using pallet timber, cement countertops and spoons as handles.

 

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2. Outdoor barbecue workbench by @DesRigby 

 

Experienced community member Des built a portable barbecue bench using Rack It modular storage and a bamboo benchtop.

 

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3. Rustic entertaining area with built-in barbecue by @sideshowmatt 

 

Workshop member Matt used recycled materials to create a rustic barbecue bench and outdoor entertaining space. 

 

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4. Barbecue stand with dog kennel by @Kirk101 

 

A timber barbecue stand with built-in dog kennel for a new deck.

 

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5. Built-in barbecue bench by @Jimi 

 

Jimi constructed this weather-proof barbecue bench with built-in bar fridge using timber, blueboard and cement.

 

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6. Built-in barbecue with planters by @kel 

 

Workshop member Judy created this barbecue bench with cabinet storage and planters.

 

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7. Fold-up timber barbecue table by @GeoffB 

 

Geoff built this two-tone timber table with plenty of space to prepare food for barbecuing and it easily folds up when not in use.

 

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8. Recycled timber barbecue cabinet by @She_Skills 

 

Meg used a stainless steel top from a food preparation bench and recycled timber to create this industrial-style barbecue stand.

 

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9. Garage storage used for barbecue by @vh108 

 

Bunnings Workshop community member @vh108 used garage storage cabinets for their barbecue. 

 

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10. Built-in barbecue by @Dbanger 

 

A built-in barbecue unit built using Formply and clad with Merbau decking boards.

 

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Outdoor kitchen ideas

 

Want to take your barbecue to the next level and install a full outdoor kitchen? Get inspiration from the clever and creative Workshop community with our collection of Outdoor kitchen ideas for your home.

 

How to cook barbecue

 

Bunnings Workshop community members have also shared plenty of great advice for preparing a barbecue and cooking. Don't miss these guides:

 

 

 

 

 

 

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