Outback BBQs & Accessories

FAQs

Easy gas refills

If your gas bottle is running low, we offer a convenient refill service for both patio and butane gas bottles at selected Garden Centre by Homebase locations. Find your nearest store.

What is the difference between gas and charcoal BBQ?

Charcoal barbecues burns solid fuel to provide the heat which cooks the food. During this burning, smoke is emitted which also imparts a flavor to the food, depending on the type of fuel used. Gas barbecues burn gas to provide heat which cooks the food. There is no appreciable smoke which is produced from burning gas, but there is some smoke which results from fats and juices from the food dropping onto the flame diffusers, and this may impart some flavor onto the food surface.

What size barbecue should I buy?

The main factor to consider before determining what size barbecue you need is the number of people you wish to cook for. With gas barbecues, you have the a range of BBQs with different numbers of burners to choose from. When cooking for two to three people, a 2-burner BBQ should suffice. For medium crowds, it’s recommended to use 3 to 4 burners, and for larger groups, you can consider a 6-burner BBQ. You should also consider how much food you plan to be cooking on your BBQ. The number of burners your gas barbecue has also determines your capacity for direct and indirect grilling (i.e. cooking directly over the flame, or to the side). For example, with a two-burner model, you can simply turn down or switch off one burner and place food over the side that is switched off. A four-burner model gives you even more options – you can switch off two or even three burners and use that space for indirect grilling.

Do I need to purchase a hose and regulator for my BBQ?

All Outback BBQs come with a hose and regulator. It is recommended to purchase a new set of hose and regulator after a few years of usage.

What is the difference between gas and charcoal BBQ?

Charcoal barbecues burns solid fuel to provide the heat which cooks the food. During this burning, smoke is emitted which also imparts a flavor to the food, depending on the type of fuel used. Gas barbecues burn gas to provide heat which cooks the food. There is no appreciable smoke which is produced from burning gas, but there is some smoke which results from fats and juices from the food dropping onto the flame diffusers, and this may impart some flavor onto the food surface.