Thinking about purchasing an HDPE outdoor kitchen? If so, you may have encountered the question of insulated jackets for the appliances. Are they necessary for HDPE outdoor kitchens?
As an outdoor kitchen manufacturer that offers an HDPE line, we are uniquely equipped to answer this question for you. In this article, you will learn whether or not insulated jackets are required for HDPE outdoor kitchens, and other things you should know about HDPE islands before making a purchase decision.
Are Insulated Jackets Required for HDPE Outdoor Kitchens?
In short, insulated jackets are always required for HDPE outdoor kitchens. This is because HDPE is considered a combustible material. When exposed to flame, it can warp, melt, and eventually even burn.
Including insulated jackets with all of your cooking appliances will provide a necessary buffer for safe operation of your outdoor kitchen. Insulated jackets will absorb most of the heat coming from your appliances, and provide a physical barrier to reduce the risk of fires.
Is There Anything Else I Need to Know about HDPE Outdoor Kitchens?
Now that you know insulated jackets are in fact required when you build an HDPE outdoor kitchen… is there anything else you should know about this material?
Before you buy an HDPE outdoor kitchen, you should know:
- HDPE has Exceptional Weather Resistance: HDPE is frequently used in marine applications, as it is known for its immunity to corrosion and damage from saltwater. HDPE is a nonporous material, immune to corrosion, rust, rot and insect damage… making it an excellent outdoor kitchen material choice in all climates.
- Make Sure to Get UV Resistant HDPE: HDPE outdoor kitchens can come in a wide variety of bright colors… so if you’re getting any color other than white, make sure the brand you buy uses UV resistant pigment. The last thing you want is for that beautiful color you selected to fade in the sun!
Feeling like HDPE might be the right material fit for you? If so, you may want to learn more about our own HDPE outdoor kitchens, called MOKs. This article will help you tell the difference between our flagship concrete line and our HDPE line, so you can determine whether or not it’s a good fit for your backyard! Enjoy the read, and we’ll catch you in the next one.
