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Offline DK117

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« Reply #-1 on: March 16, 2013, 05:51:55 PM »
This is an old picture, but gives an idea of my outdoor cooking area.



Then I see this at Costco today.



I've got an email into the manufacturer, but any thoughts on using this as an outdoor storage* and prep area?  It's stainless, maybe cover it with a tarp in the winter.  I'm almost inclined to replace the wood counter with a piece of scrap granite for more of a kitchen look. 

Any thoughts/feedback would be appreciated, I like to sit on decisions like this for a few days at least.

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More info on the storage chest.
http://www.whalenstorage.com/category/Garage-Industrial/group/Carts/Stainless%20Steel%20Chest

* wife is getting frustrated with the bear claws, frog mats, tube smoker, thermapen, wireless Oregon scientific, cutting boards, knives, charred cookie sheets, heavy duty foil and foil pans ... well let's just say she's encouraging a storage option for my BBQ stuff.
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« on: March 16, 2013, 05:55:42 PM »
I like that idea. Makes sense to me. I have their 8 foot workbench in my garage. good quality. Wouldn't be totally practical for me in Minnesota. But a counter by my grills would be a dream.....and. Great place to keep "stuff"
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Re: Faux outdoor kitchen
« Reply #1 on: March 16, 2013, 05:56:36 PM »
I think the cart looks great and would like one myself.... What was the price?

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« Reply #2 on: March 16, 2013, 06:03:11 PM »
Just get a couple of coats of a good marine grade spar varnish on that wood and it will hold up fine.
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Re: Faux outdoor kitchen
« Reply #3 on: March 16, 2013, 06:08:27 PM »
Man - I love the look of that cabinet.  would seal the wood like Ken recommended but I would want to put a granite-tile top on it more for looks, and ease of cleaning.

 I might want to sneak on of those in here! ;)
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« Reply #4 on: March 16, 2013, 06:10:31 PM »
Quote from: teesquare on March 16, 2013, 06:08:27 PM
Man - I love the look of that cabinet.  would seal the wood like Ken recommended but I would want to put a granite-tile top on it more for looks, and ease of cleaning.

 I might want to sneak on of those in here! ;)

When you perfect the method of sneaking in an 8 foot cart undetected. You will win the Nobel Peace prize. Men will sing songs about you.
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Re: Faux outdoor kitchen
« Reply #5 on: March 16, 2013, 06:26:31 PM »
Quote from: drholly on March 16, 2013, 05:56:36 PM
I think the cart looks great and would like one myself.... What was the price?

David
$499 which I think is a steal.

Thanks for the encouragement guys, and great idea on the marine varnish idea. 

Birthday is in 45 days.  Could be good timing.

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Re: Faux outdoor kitchen
« Reply #6 on: March 16, 2013, 06:49:53 PM »
Quote from: DK117 on March 16, 2013, 06:26:31 PM
$499 which I think is a steal.

$499  :o  WOWZERS!!!  That is a steal!

I am going to see if I can find that around here.
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Re: Faux outdoor kitchen
« Reply #7 on: March 16, 2013, 07:17:10 PM »
They have a lot of nice stuff on the Whalen site - but no pricing or even a "where to buy" link.....Any other info  you cn share with us  as to where we can get these DK?
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« Reply #8 on: March 16, 2013, 07:56:50 PM »
that's very kewl

I clicked through their products
this is the one that caught my eye

http://www.whalenstorage.com/category/Garage-Industrial/group/Carts/3%20Tier%20Stainless%20Steel%20Cart
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« Reply #9 on: March 16, 2013, 08:00:07 PM »
I like it..but have a question? Is the top butcher block, can't tell from the pic. I would keep part of it if it is butcher block or clad the entire top in stainless. Great cabinet.  Pam .☆´¯`•.¸¸. ི♥ྀ.
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« Reply #10 on: March 16, 2013, 08:05:27 PM »
Quote from: Pappymn on March 16, 2013, 06:10:31 PM
Quote from: teesquare on March 16, 2013, 06:08:27 PM
Man - I love the look of that cabinet.  would seal the wood like Ken recommended but I would want to put a granite-tile top on it more for looks, and ease of cleaning.

 I might want to sneak on of those in here! ;)

When you perfect the method of sneaking in an 8 foot cart undetected. You will win the Nobel Peace prize. Men will sing songs about you.

Probably more like singing songs at his wake.
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