Plan the Perfect Kitchen in 3 Simple Steps

Did you know Mountain View Hearth Products can help you create a custom outdoor kitchen? We carry a variety of grills, outdoor appliances, and island components from quality brands to tailor your dreams into reality. Here are 3 simple tricks to plan the perfect outdoor kitchen.

1. Plan for Purpose

Determining how you plan to use the outdoor kitchen will help make decision to maximize your enjoyment once it is complete. Ask questions like these to tailor the placement and layout of your outdoor kitchen in relation to your needs and your existing outdoor space:

- How will this space be used? (Informal vs. formal, small vs large groups)
- How often do you plan to entertain?
- What are your outdoor kitchen must-haves?  
- When will this space be used (seasons, shade/lighting etc.)
- How does this kitchen fit into the rest of the outdoor space?

Make sure to consider accessibility, traffic patterns, water supply, and shelter needs when planning the placement of your kitchen. Design the kitchen around the ways you plan to use it. If you plan on fixing complex meals for large groups, you might want to include special task areas and more counter space for preparing and serving your guests.

2. Customize Appliances & Accessories

Assess your equipment needs by considering the entertaining you plan to do. What must-haves should be incorporated into your kitchen? Do you want an outdoor extension of your indoor kitchen complete with a sink or maybe just a simple island with a built-in grill. Be sure to invest in heavy-duty appliances that are rated for outdoor use because lower quality appliances may rust and degrade prematurely. The size of the appliances you install will need to keep up with the number of your potential guests. Perhaps you might want to incorporate a pizza oven or a keg refrigerator for additional convenience. This is the your opportunity to personalize the kitchen plans to your taste and preferences.

3. Consider the Location

Plan your outdoor kitchen in context with the rest of your outdoor space. What kind of shade or shelter might enhance how you enjoy the outdoor space? Colors and textures should complement the home’s exterior and existing landscape. Some materials will handle conditions like heat, humidity or harsh winters better than others. Choosing low-maintenance materials requires less time for cleaning and maintaining the kitchen so you can spend more time enjoying it.

Ready to plan your custom outdoor kitchen? We carry components from FireMagic, GraysenWoods, The Outdoor GreatRoom Company, Challenger Designs and more. Give us a call at 406-272-9850 for more information. Better yet, stop by in person and pick up some brochures for inspiration. We love our customers, so feel free to visit between 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday. We can also schedule after hour visits by appointment. We are conveniently located between Whitefish & Columbia Falls. Click here for directions:http://bit.ly/2utCv7Q