Greg M
TVWBB All-Star
We have had some recent discussions on stainless steel and durability/corrosion resistance on this forum. I know that the lower grades of stainless just won't last like the better grades. I've seen it personally and read about it here and other places. But I had been under the impression that even the best grades won't last if in a coastal environment or if constantly exposed to moisture. But I've recently noticed something that has made me rethink that.
I'm currently on vacation. The condo where we stay is right on the beach on the gulf in Alabama. There are 4 big stainless charcoal grills for the condo owners/renters to use. These grills are located on the beach side of the condo. They are actually just a few yards from the beach and are always uncovered. They are weathered but are corrosion free and holding up fine. I asked someone here how old they were and another condo owner/renter told me at least 10 years and probably more. The condo association replaces the upper and lower grates annually but the outside lid, firebox and mounting pole are original.
So there must be some types of stainless that are practically indestructible if these stainless grills can hold up in an environment like this!
I just found this interesting.
I'm currently on vacation. The condo where we stay is right on the beach on the gulf in Alabama. There are 4 big stainless charcoal grills for the condo owners/renters to use. These grills are located on the beach side of the condo. They are actually just a few yards from the beach and are always uncovered. They are weathered but are corrosion free and holding up fine. I asked someone here how old they were and another condo owner/renter told me at least 10 years and probably more. The condo association replaces the upper and lower grates annually but the outside lid, firebox and mounting pole are original.
So there must be some types of stainless that are practically indestructible if these stainless grills can hold up in an environment like this!
I just found this interesting.