Outdoor Kitchen Countertops in Thornton, CO
We measure, supply and fit countertops for outdoor kitchens, grill islands and bars across Thornton, Colorado.
- Quotes in writing
- 20 areas covered
Thornton Countertops fits outdoor kitchen countertops at homes across Thornton. We measure the grill island or base first, then have each top made to fit it.
Cooking outside all year
The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service says cooking outdoors was once a summer only activity. It says that now more than half of Americans say they are cooking outdoors year round.
Your outdoor top stays out in the sun and the snow all year, so we help you pick a material that can take it.
Choosing a material for outside
We fit outdoor tops in granite, quartzite, soapstone, concrete and porcelain. We'll help you choose the one that suits your yard and the way you cook.
The EPA says granite's durability and decorative appearance make it a popular building material in homes and buildings.
A U.S. Census Bureau trade schedule says porcelain is ceramic ware with a fired white body, unless it has been colored, that will not take in more than 0.5 percent of its weight in water.
Freezing and thawing
The National Park Service says that as water inside concrete freezes, it expands and pushes on the concrete around it. It says that repeated freezing and thawing can make concrete crack and break apart in layers, and that this damage is usually worst at joints and other spots with more exposure to weather.
If you pick concrete, we'll talk through with you how to keep water from sitting on it.
Outdoor tops and silica dust
OSHA says stone and concrete contain crystalline silica, and that very small silica particles, at least 100 times smaller than ordinary sand, are made when stone or concrete is cut, sawed, ground or drilled.
Whoever you hire, ask where your top will be cut and how they keep the dust down.
What sets the price of an outdoor top
We price outdoor kitchen countertops for your house once we've measured, and you get that quote in writing. Our price depends on the material you choose, how much counter we cover, the edge you pick, and how many holes we cut for the grill, the side burners and any sink.
What to get in writing
Ask for these in writing, whoever you hire:
- The name and color of the material and the thickness of the top.
- A drawing of the layout, with every seam and cutout marked, including the hole for the grill.
- Which edge you are getting.
- Where the top will be cut and shaped.
- Whether taking out and hauling away an old outdoor top is in the price.
- Who handles any gas line, water line or power outlet for the island.
Questions about outdoor kitchen countertops in Thornton
Do I need a permit for an outdoor kitchen countertop in Thornton?
The City of Thornton lists gas lines, and patio covers, awnings and carports, among the outside projects that need a building permit. It says its list is not complete, and to call the city at 303-538-7250 if your project isn't on it. If your outdoor kitchen needs a new gas line or a cover over it, we'll check with the city's building division with you before we start.
How do I keep food safe on an outdoor counter?
The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service says not to use the same platter, cutting board or utensils for raw and cooked foods, because bacteria in raw meat and poultry and their juices can get into cooked food. It also says to keep meat and poultry in the fridge until you're ready to use it, and only take out what goes straight on the grill.
How long can food sit out on the counter?
The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service says to throw out any food left out more than 2 hours, or 1 hour if it is above 90 degrees F outside.
How do I clean an outdoor countertop?
FoodSafety.gov says to wash countertops with hot, soapy water, especially after they've held raw meat, poultry, seafood or eggs.
Will a concrete outdoor top crack?
Can you replace an old tile top on my grill island?
Yes, we can take out an old tile or concrete top and fit a new one in its place as part of a countertop replacement job.
Can you fix a chip in an outdoor countertop?
Send us a photo, or we can come out and look. We'll tell you whether a countertop repair will hold or the piece should be replaced.
Get a quote for outdoor kitchen countertops
Call us, or send the quote form with your ZIP code and the size of your grill island. We'll measure, go through materials and edges with you, and give you a written quote. To see the other countertops we fit, go to the Thornton Countertops home page.
Ready to talk about your countertop job?
Send the quote form with your ZIP code and what you need. We will get back to you with a written quote.