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Embrace the Cozy Vibes:

June, the Month for Winter Alfresco Kitchen Renovations in Melbourne, Victoria Enjoy the Benefits of Cooking and Entertaining Outside! Alfresco Kitchen latest Install While June may bring chilly temperatures and winter winds to Victoria, it doesn't mean you have to retreat indoors and abandon your outdoor living spaces. In fact,…

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Timitch Interlock

Safeguard Your Space: How to setup your Interlocking device.

Now that you have successfully enclosed your alfresco area and desire to enjoy barbecue sessions all year round in your alfresco kitchen, you may encounter the challenge of finding the right solution to make this a reality. That's where our business, Outdoor Alfresco Kitchens Melbourne, steps in. We understand the…

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Outdoor Kitchen Advice

Outdoor Kitchen Tips

With the warmer months approaching you want to maximise your alfresco entertaining area and the outdoor kitchen is great addition to build into the space under your alfresco area. But where do you start? We have some great tips to save you time and money before you start your outdoor kitchen project.…

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Festive July is Here

Outdoor Alfresco Kitchen Project Countdown to a Festive July Feast: Outdoor Kitchen Preparations for Christmas in July The winter season is a time of keeping warm, family, and mouthwatering feasts. As Christmas in July approaches, it's the perfect opportunity to make the most of your Alfresco outdoor kitchen and create…

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BBQ SPICES

The Art of Barbecuing: Mastering the Flames

Exploring Cooking When it comes to outdoor kitchen cooking, few culinary practices can rival the timeless art of barbecuing. There's something captivating about the sizzle of food on a hot plate, the aroma of smoke in the air, and the anticipation of a deliciously charred meal. Barbecuing is more than…

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Cabana cabinet

Embrace the Great Outdoors

Embrace the Great Outdoors: Affordable Outdoor Kitchens and Competitive Prices Alfresco Kitchens Melbourne In today's fast-paced world, where we often find solace in the simplicity of our backyard, there is an increasing demand for outdoor living spaces that seamlessly blend functionality and enjoyment. One such trend that has gained significant…

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Experience the Epitome of luxury as you grill

Experience the epitome of luxury as you cook and entertain in style with the Outdoor Alfresco Kitchen Melbourne renovation team On trend are cabana cabinets that are perfect for alfresco space under the patio or setting up an outdoor kitchen on your balcony or in a courtyard space. These cabinets…

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Create Memories Under the Stars

Create Memories Under the Stars with an Alfresco Kitchen Renovation Who needs a five-star restaurant when you can create your own culinary wonderland under the stars? With our Alfresco Kitchen renovation, you'll not only whip up delicious meals but also forge unforgettable memories. Picture yourself and your loved ones gathered…

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Create Your Outdoor Kitchen

Make the Most of Your Outdoor Space

"Make the Most of Your Outdoor Space with an Outdoor Alfresco Kitchen Melbourne Upgrade!" Here are five tips and tricks to ensure you maximize the potential of your outdoor culinary haven: Optimise Layout: Consider the flow and functionality of your Alfresco Kitchen. Place your BBQ, sink, and food prep areas…

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Enjoy the Great Outdoors

Enjoy the Great Outdoors with a Stunning Alfresco Kitchen Makeover! Information for when you add Blinds in the alfresco area the compliant BBQ solution It's time to bid farewell to the old, clunky trolley BBQ and embrace the incredible benefits of having a dedicated outdoor kitchen. Here's why upgrading to…

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The Essential Role of Indoor-Outdoor Living in Alfresco Renovations:

The Essential Role of Indoor-Outdoor Living in Alfresco Renovations: Navigating Food and Family Pitfalls for Ultimate Success Indoor Outdoor Room made compliant with the Infresco BBQ and Exhausthood Interlocking System In recent years, the concept of indoor-outdoor living has gained tremendous popularity in home renovations. It's no longer just about…

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Outdoor Alfresco Kitchen

Before and After Greensborough Victoria

Our clients started by building retaining wall The next step was to prepare for the new roofing at this stage outdoor alfresco kitchens (oakm ) where here marking out the positioning and doing the pre-work and piping of the exhaust hood The clients incorporated a dishwasher and veggie spray stainless…

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Infresco BBQ
Custom built-in Infresco BBQ

Frequently asked questions when purchasing an Infresco Custom made Barbecue 

Can I choose any combination of hot- plate, open grill or wok?

Yes, you choose how you would like to con- figure your BBQ from the range of options. Additional costs may apply for non stand- ard arrangements.

2. Can I get a barbecue custom made to fit any area?

Yes, we are able to custom make our barbeques to any requested sized for an additional price. We have made barbecues up to 3 metres long.

3. Can I have a full hotplate on my BBQ?

Yes. The burners inside a BBQ require oxy- gen for combustion. This is why almost every BBQ available on the retail market must have an open grill next to the hotplate, it allows the oxygen to be sucked in through the vents in the grill. Infresco BBQs are designed with ventilation at the front and a flue space at the rear of the BBQ, allowing a solid hotplate while the burners suck in and expel oxygen.

4. How do I clean my BBQ?

Infresco BBQs are designed for easy cleaning. We have a channel running along the front of the hotplate with a waste drain hole leading to a tray beneath the BBQ. This tray can be removed for easy cleaning. We also have a range of cleaning products which are highly effective on barbecue hotplates and stainless steel.

5. Does my BBQ come with a lid?

Yes, unless you choose the optional roasting hood. Depending on the size and layout of your BBQ, you may receive one large lid or 2 or 3 smaller lids.

6. Does my BBQ come with a roasting hood?

We can manufacture a roasting hood to suit your BBQ for an additional cost. Infresco roasting hoods are designed to roll back as far as possible, so that fumes and smoke are sucked up by an exhaust hood. Most roasting hoods hang forward over the BBQ, forcing fumes and smoke out the front of the BBQ, making an exhaust hood useless.

7. Can my BBQ be placed in my existing cabinets?

Yes, you can purchase Infresco BBQs with- out buying an entire alfresco kitchen. If your cabinets are being manufactured sep-
arately, we recommend purchasing the BBQ first to ensure it fits in perfectly. Infresco BBQs are designed with “wings” to hang on the bench top, allowing air to move underneath the BBQ, which must be allowed for.

8. If I place a BBQ on a combustible sur- face such as timber cabinets, can it start a fire?

Yes! We have had several customers come to us after their existing alfresco area went up in flames. This is because their BBQ was placed on timber cabinets without any type of heat shield. Over a few years, the timber slowly dries out and can combust with the heat of the BBQ. A slow smouldering fire can result which can go unnoticed for days until it takes hold of your alfresco area. If you purchase one of our BBQs we can manufacture a heat shield for you.

9. What is Flame Failure?

Most retail BBQ burners do not have flame failure devices fitted. If the flame goes out or a knob is accidentally turned on, the gas will continue to flow and can result in ei- ther an explosion or asphyxiation. Infresco BBQs have flame failure devices fitted to every burner. If the flame goes out, the gas will automatically shut off within seconds. Also, to turn on the BBQ, a separate ignitor button must be pressed at the same time as the knob is turned. Whilst some domes- tic barbecues now come with flame failure devices, they are still not approved for indoor use.

10. What are the Energy Safety laws that apply to alfresco areas?

Firstly, you must determine if your alfresco area is classed as “enclosed” or “outdoors”. See the Energy Safety Website for more information.
If your alfresco area is classed as “enclosed” you must comply with the following:
I. Your BBQ must have flame failure devices fitted to every burner and be licensed for indoor use (be aware that there are some BBQs on the market that have flame failure devices fitted but they are NOT licensed for indoor use).
II. Your BBQ must have a commercial grade exhaust hood that moves a minimum of 2000 cubic metres of air per hour.
III. Your barbecue must be installed on a non-combustible surface

11. How are Infresco barbecues approved for indoor use?

Infresco barbecues are built to commercial standards. A governing body called IAPMO test and certifies all Infresco barbeques. Each BBQ is tested and approved before it can be shipped around Australia.
Your barbecue must be also installed by a licensed gas fitter. If it is natural gas it must be plumbed directly into the gas line (not a bayonet point).

12. Is natural gas or LPG safer?

Both natural gas and LPG have no smell. A strong odour is artificially added so that people can detect the presence of gas. Natural gas is very light and will float upwards and dissipate. It is less volatile than LPG. LPG is much more volatile and heavy and will sink to the floor. The slightest spark can ignite it. It is illegal to use a standard 9kg LPG bottle in an enclosed area.

13. What is the difference between a mild steel or a stainless steel hotplate?

Infresco BBQs use a half inch (12mm) thick machined mild steel hotplate as standard, although you have the option of stainless steel hotplates. Machined mild steel hot- plates such as this are used in almost all restaurants as they provide an evenly dis- tributed, solid heat. Stainless steel hot- plates don’t distribute heat anywhere near as well and tend to have hot and cold spots. They are also more difficult to clean than mild steel (think of any stainless steel frypans).

14. Will my hotplate discolour?

Yes, all hotplates discolour, whether mild steel or stainless steel. They can be brought back to close to their original colour using a scotch brite pad.

15. Will my barbecue rust?

No. Infresco BBQs use 304 grade stainless steel, which is a commercial grade stainless steel with a high nickel:iron ratio. The BBQs will not rust but can tea stain without the use of a stainless steel care oil. We prefer Wurth Stainless Steel Care Oil which can be purchased in-store from Outdoor Alfresco Kitchens Melbourne.

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