Cleaning the exterior of my pit?

[caltexchris]

Got a new pit, of course I want it to look and season well in the elements. I chose to go with the Patina clear coat finish with some rust from the builder which looks amazing. Curious from this group how you care for the outside of your pits? Just let it go and the more oil drippings and discoloration the better? Or do some of you oil your pit's exterior to extend the life and look of the pit. If so, how often and how do you apply? Thanks!

 

[gtsum]

If it’s bare metal patina finish, check out quetorials video on linseed oil application on pits


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[gtsum]

Nice cooker by the way!


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[Hoss]

Sweet lookin cooker.I cannot advise.Mine are painted.I know one thing.If you want it to keep looking like that,either do not use it or be ready to spend MANY hours rubbing on it.Good luck.

 

[Lomey]

I had my pit finished with linseed oil when I got it instead of paint. Now every 3 cooks I rub the whole thing down with food grade mineral oil. Takes about 10 or so and worth it. It was delivered last June and still looks great. I use the smoker a lot too. I might do the linseed oil rub again before next winter if it looks like it needs it. I do keep it outside up by the house under a eaves and it's covered with a high quality cover.

Btw, your pit is awesome!

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