Pergola options to protect outdoor kitchen from the elements

UNCMo96 · 05-07-2021, 07:18 AM

I'm planning an outdoor kitchen and live in the Northeast. I'm worried about the elements damaging the kitchen. As a secondary goal it would be nice to grill without having to look at the forecast.

Currently I have a weber summit that's 14 years old and a 7 year old Kamado Joe that are both in great condition since I cover them pretty religiously and maintain them.

My yard space isn't big and the wife isn't so keen on a pavilion that will tower 12 feet tall in the yard. She is amenable to a pergola since those are only 8-9 feet tall. I was looking at getting something like this system on top of a pergola: https://pergolacover.com/ Anyone use any system like this on their outdoor kitchen? Any other thoughts for shelter over an outdoor kitchen that I haven't thought of?

Thanks!

Mike Twangzer · 05-07-2021, 08:25 AM

That looks like a nice solution.

Titch · 05-07-2021, 10:14 PM

Put that on an angle and be able to throw a Tarp over it in weather conditions

AussieMatt · 05-08-2021, 07:54 AM

That's not really going to offer much protection at all. If you want protection, it'll need to be covered and being in NY, with the snow, it needs a slope. I'm eventually going to be doing something similar for our back patio and I was talking to a contractor yesterday (he was installing our kitchen floor) and the minimum slope should be 4 in 12.

Inthewoods · 05-08-2021, 02:09 PM

Personal opinion....
Pergolas are a aesthetic detail, not a functional one.

-D

pjtexas1 · 05-08-2021, 03:08 PM

My gazebo is 12x14 and 10ft at the peak of the roof. Plenty of slope. It's in the middle of the yard. It could be a foot shorter if it was over a solid floor. No idea if you want it against the house or in another part of the yard.

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NoCoPk360 · 05-09-2021, 04:38 PM

I had a stand alone patio cover built out of an aluminum material called "Elitewood". With the intense sun here I didn't want to mess with the maintenance of real wood. It looks good and keep the sun and rain off everything.

Dweverett · 05-09-2021, 06:42 PM

Interesting system, I hadn’t heard of it. I have a similar challenge here trying to figure out what to do over my deck.

I didn’t look at their website enough to see if it’s mentioned but snow would be my concern in the north east. (The fact that they highlight TX and FL isn’t a good sign). I have an awning I use in the summer but that’s not helpful in the winter either - and shoveling out the grills is getting really old.

You might be able to find a design that doesn’t look so overwhelming. Alternatively, see if you can tie it into the house so it doesn’t look like a separate structure?

05-07-2021, 07:18 AM	#1
UNCMo96 Is lookin for wood to cook with. Join Date: 06-18-18 Location: Lynbrook, NY Name/Nickname : UNCMo96	Pergola options to protect outdoor kitchen from the elements I'm planning an outdoor kitchen and live in the Northeast. I'm worried about the elements damaging the kitchen. As a secondary goal it would be nice to grill without having to look at the forecast. Currently I have a weber summit that's 14 years old and a 7 year old Kamado Joe that are both in great condition since I cover them pretty religiously and maintain them. My yard space isn't big and the wife isn't so keen on a pavilion that will tower 12 feet tall in the yard. She is amenable to a pergola since those are only 8-9 feet tall. I was looking at getting something like this system on top of a pergola: https://pergolacover.com/ Anyone use any system like this on their outdoor kitchen? Any other thoughts for shelter over an outdoor kitchen that I haven't thought of? Thanks!

05-07-2021, 10:14 PM	#3
Titch somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 11-17-12 Location: South East Victoria Australia Name/Nickname : Titch :-)	Put that on an angle and be able to throw a Tarp over it in weather conditions __________________ Some people are like a Slinky-not really good for anything, but still , you can't help smiling when you shove them down the stairs.:becky:

05-08-2021, 07:54 AM	#4
AussieMatt Babbling Farker Join Date: 04-23-14 Location: Tallmadge, OH Name/Nickname : Matt	That's not really going to offer much protection at all. If you want protection, it'll need to be covered and being in NY, with the snow, it needs a slope. I'm eventually going to be doing something similar for our back patio and I was talking to a contractor yesterday (he was installing our kitchen floor) and the minimum slope should be 4 in 12. __________________ God save the Queen, God bless America, God defend New Zealand and thank Christ for Australia! Weber Original 22" - RIP UDS Fiskgriddle Weber Kettle Premium - Copper

05-08-2021, 03:08 PM	#6
pjtexas1 somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 12-28-11 Location: Belton, Tx Name/Nickname : Texas Pete	My gazebo is 12x14 and 10ft at the peak of the roof. Plenty of slope. It's in the middle of the yard. It could be a foot shorter if it was over a solid floor. No idea if you want it against the house or in another part of the yard. Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk __________________ Paul (aka Texas Pete) SF 24x36 Midnight Edition / Mak 1-Star /Abe's 48" Insulated Cabinet / 22.5 OTG / 28" BS / Jimmy with CB Roti and pizza kit / Red Box on custom cart / Char-Griller Kettle / Barrel House Cooker / Pit Boss Copperhead / Char-Griller Akorn Jr Sign Up for The 2022 Texas BBQ Brethren Fall Bash Here! ([URL="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/12NjP4bH3uLyH6-RJnI4gSfDr0nKQ6_4cxdw_GhmrKq0/edit#gid=1935530835"]Link[/URL])

05-09-2021, 06:42 PM	#8
Dweverett is Blowin Smoke! Join Date: 11-28-13 Location: North Granby, CT Name/Nickname : Bill	Interesting system, I hadn’t heard of it. I have a similar challenge here trying to figure out what to do over my deck. I didn’t look at their website enough to see if it’s mentioned but snow would be my concern in the north east. (The fact that they highlight TX and FL isn’t a good sign). I have an awning I use in the summer but that’s not helpful in the winter either - and shoveling out the grills is getting really old. You might be able to find a design that doesn’t look so overwhelming. Alternatively, see if you can tie it into the house so it doesn’t look like a separate structure? __________________ Recteq 1070, XO 42” gas grill, Weber 36” Griddle, Blackstone pizza oven, Weber 26” kettle Gifted to various children — Kamado Joe Classic, 36” Blackstone Griddle, Weber Genesis, Rectec 680

05-07-2021, 08:25 AM	#2
Mike Twangzer is Blowin Smoke! Join Date: 06-20-14 Location: Driftwood, Texas	That looks like a nice solution.

05-08-2021, 02:09 PM	#5
Inthewoods Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 04-11-16 Location: Idaho, USA	Personal opinion.... Pergolas are a aesthetic detail, not a functional one. -D

05-09-2021, 04:38 PM	#7
NoCoPk360 Knows what a fatty is. Join Date: 08-22-20 Location: Weld, Colorado Name/Nickname : Fred	I had a stand alone patio cover built out of an aluminum material called "Elitewood". With the intense sun here I didn't want to mess with the maintenance of real wood. It looks good and keep the sun and rain off everything.