Do You Really Need Corner Pieces on Your Outdoor Kitchen?

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Have you seen corner pieces on outdoor kitchen islands and wondered, “Do I actually need those? And are they just for looks or do they serve a real purpose?” You’re not alone. This is one of the most common questions that we get. In this video, I’ll break down exactly what corner pieces are, when you need them, and when you don’t. Hi, I’m

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Jordan with RTA Outdoor Living, and today we’re talking about corner pieces. What are they and whether or not you need them for your outdoor kitchen island. Let’s start with what corner pieces actually do. In an RTA outdoor kitchen, the structure is made from

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panelized concrete sections that come together to form your island. Where those panels meet, especially at the ends of an island, you’ll have a seam. Corner pieces are designed to cover and protect that seam, giving the island a more finished look. So, at their core,

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they serve both a functional purpose and an aesthetic one. Now, one of the biggest misconceptions is that corner pieces are always required. That’s not actually the case. Whether you need them often depends on the finish you choose and the overall look you’re going for. Some finishes naturally hide seams

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better than others, while certain designs benefit more from that added edge detail. So, in many cases, it’s more of a design choice than a strict requirement. From a visual standpoint, corner pieces can really change the look of an island. Some homeowners choose to

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match them exactly to their panel finish, so everything blends together seamlessly. Others intentionally go for a contrasting color to create more of a defined edge or accent. That’s where you can start to personalize the design of

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an outdoor kitchen to make it feel a little bit more custom. Functionality. >> [music] >> They also add a bit of durability to those exposed edges. The corners of an island are naturally higher contact areas, so having that extra layer can

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help protect the structure over time. But again, this doesn’t mean every setup requires them. It just depends on how the kitchen is being used and designed. The easiest way to decide if you need a corner piece is to look at your design as a whole. Try our free outdoor kitchen

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design tool or book a call with one of our design experts to get their recommendation. Hopefully, this clears up whether corner pieces are right for your project. If you still have questions, we’re here to help.