Choose Appropriate Materials “Stainless steel, powder-coated aluminum, or solid core (like a hard PVC) are some of the most popular materials for outdoor kitchen cabinets. Be aware that stainless steel needs to be treated with WD-40 to help protect it from the outdoor elements. “For countertops, natural stones like granite, quartzite, limestone, onyx and marble are great for the outdoors, as is porcelain. Quartz can’t withstand extreme temperatures, so you want to avoid it. “Outdoor kitchens are also a great opportunity to get creative with appliances that you might not typically have in your main kitchen inside your house. For example, pizza ovens make great additions to outdoor kitchens.” — Candace Matlock, senior designer at ITALKRAFT in Miami

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