Get Your Grill Going With Charcoal Starters
There’s nothing like the inviting smell of charcoal wafting from your outdoor grill. To get your grill going, visit us at Lowe’s to stock up on charcoal and charcoal starters — as well as a variety of other fuels, such as wood chips, wood pellets and propane.
Made of 100 percent natural ingredients and real wood, Kingsford charcoal briquettes come in the brand’s original flavor or infused with other natural flavors, such as pecan wood, apple wood and cherry wood. Some charcoal options require no lighter fluid. Choose a propane or electric charcoal starter to ignite your charcoal. You can also load your charcoal into a chimney — an easy and effective grilling method that doesn’t require fluid.
Wood chips, pellets and chunks are great options for adding flavor, and all are suitable for a variety of grills and smokers. Choose from mesquite, hickory and other woods. For extra flavor, try varieties that are infused with bourbon or other tasty options. We also carry premium hardwood lump charcoal.
If you’re grilling with gas, visit us at Lowe’s to exchange your empty propane tank for a filled one. You can also purchase a spare filled tank without exchange.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kind of gas do barbecue grills use?
A: There are two types of gas used for barbecue grilling: propane and natural gas. You can purchase propane tanks and have them refilled. Propane offers an instant source of heat while natural gas requires a connection in an outdoor kitchen or on a deck.
Q: Should I use wood or charcoal in my smoker?
A: Each has advantages and disadvantages. Charcoal costs less and enables better temperature regulation. It can also be messy — enough to make wearing an apron a good idea. Charcoal also takes longer to heat up. Wood is a great option if you want to play with different flavors. Many people prefer oak when smoking food for long periods of time, as it has a mild flavor. Consider apple or cherry wood to add a slightly sweet flavor to foods.
Q: What’s the best fuel for grilling?
A: As you choose grilling fuels to use this summer, or anytime during the year, you have multiple options. The best fuel for you depends on how you prefer your food to taste.
If you want consistency and don’t want a heavy smoke flavor, choose natural gas. If you like to experiment with different smoke flavors, consider wood pellets. They come in a variety of wood species that offer different tastes. Pecan wood, for example, tends to add a hint of sweetness to foods while mesquite wood lends the classic flavor of Texas-style barbecue.
To learn more about different options, check out our buying guide on 7 Grilling Fuels to Use This Summer.
