Do you need a base for this grill, or could you place it on a wooden picnic table without burning the surface of the table?
1830218
The grill does not actually touch the surface, it's about 2 inches above it due to the legs. I think it should be fine, but if you're concerned you could put a ceramic tile under it. We use ours on our deck table that has ceramic tiles set into it, and I don't ever recall that it gets extremely hot under the stove.
1830219
It will burn the surface!!!!!!! I place it on dirt or concrete, I thought it was safe & placed it on a picnic table and it burned and warped...
1830220
I wouldn't put it directly on the surface, but you could put a cookie sheet or metal tray underneath and you would be ok as long as you are close by with a pitcher of water or hose. It might even be better to put the tray on top of a few bricks or floor tiles just to make sure the table top doesn't get too hot. You can also get concrete board at home improvement stores (used to line chimneys, etc). Then you wouldn't even need the tray.
1830221
I placed it on a small aluminum table. And also put it directly on my wooden deck with no problems.
1830222
I've all ways burned wood in the stove. There is no need for a base. I've used it on wooden and plastic picnic tables with no issues. I've even left a sheet of paper under it just to see if it would get hot enough to ignite and it did not. If you are using wood as your heat source just make sure not to over fill it, you don't need a lot.
1830223
I've only used mine with the propane and with the legs that pop out no need to worry about burning the tables as far as I can see.
1830224
It all depends on your fuel source. If you are using charcoal or wood, the hot timbers will leak out of the bottom and potentially burn the table. Never put on a plastic table. The bottom surface becomes very hot and will melt plastic. If you don't want to be hunched over when cooking I have placed it on a concrete table using propane and it worked fine. Typically this great little BBQ is best utilized on the ground free from anything ignitable. To answer your question specifically, I would not cook with it on a wooden picnic table.
1957628
No, but this is a great portable grill. You need the tabletop as mentioned.
1623616
I put a bag of sand in the bottom of the pit. It does not get as hot, but I would be cautious of a wood deck. If you can find a grill Matt to put under it you should be ok.
641738
We have the small rectangular Weber mounted on the table. The table has slots for holding one grill in place on the table. There is a little space left over on the end. It might be enough, but the table top is slippery. I think there is the danger of the second one falling off. I wouldn't recommend it.
846940
The base des not get hot or even warm. I would use it on a wooden deck. I've used mine on a wooden table.
1733167
We set the grill on a metal or wooden picnic table. The heat stays pretty much inside the grill. If it didn't the legs & handles would melt.
1733162
My grill is sitting on top of a stone table. The bowl of the grill is about 5" above the table. I don't know if a wood table would be damaged. Aluminum, I think would be OK. Plastic might not work. Most of the heat is on the grill top. It is a great grill. Enjoy!
499326
The islands are intended to screw/bolt into the grill and as such are designed to fit the existing holes. I guess one could attach to a custom wood frame but I suspect it would require much skill and work.
615813
No, I don't think it would generate enough heat, it is really meant to keep the meat warm. However, you can remove the stone and probably be able to cook the meat on the top grill portion (although I have not tried that yet).
560302
We used ours camping and it is great. I don't know about a wood deck, it's high enough from the ground that it should be alright but when I use mine on our deck I will set it on paving stones just as an added precaution.
740116
I do nt see why not. It even comes with a little wood chip box for the grill. Do not hold me liable, but i would think it would be fine. &#128516; The chips are not real big either..
401316
Technically you can do either. You will get better smoke if you put it under the grates directly on the heat source. You might not get enough heat above the grates to generate smoke on some grills.
358855
You can tuck it in a corner it should work fine, it is a clean BBQ with the ash pot on the bottom. Happy grilling.
477005
Directly on grill. Could use griddle or pan if you want as well. It is the same as a BBQ.
2254802
I've used one of these before. If you remove the grill from the cart, you will still be able to cook on it. I'd suggest putting rocks or some other type of inflammable material beneath it so the surface is not touching the ground. Another option- take the cart apart. It only takes a few minutes to take it apart and then put it back together. Another option, after removing the grill from the cart, lay (or is it ly) the cart on it's side and put it in your vehicle. Put small gear, six packs, boots, flashlights, etch inbetween the legs of the cart and that space won't be wasted. Sure wish I could find one of these on craigslist. Very good product.
664840
There is no base, but the bottom part of the umbrella pole attaches to the picnic table and keeps it stable. The only down side to that is that you can't remove it, so if you take the top part of the umbrella off the other part sticks up above the table.
2100959
If you purchase the correct style you can use it on a table. The one that I have is on folding legs and the only way I could use it on a table is if I put bricks under it. so the heat dispurses. Hope that helps you. I dont have alot of positive to say about this grille. The grille of my choice would be coleman it is eliptical in shape as I dont recall the name given to it. With coleman you have the choice of either on a stand or on a table or tailgate. Hope this helps.