It could be the perfect time for building an outdoor kitchen. Homeowners have record levels of equity built into their homes and we are also at all time lows for supply of homes. Especially for consumers that are locked into a low rate for their current home, it’s not too appealing to pay more for what they already have.
Adding or upgrading an outdoor kitchen can transform a home and has some of the best ROI according to any research I’ve seen. That means homeowners can get a better home while it doesn’t make sense to sell, and add additional value for when the time is right.
Quality Cabinets Made in the USA
For those looking to build an outdoor kitchen, WeatherStrong is one of the best options. It starts with the foundation of the company and where they’re made.
There are many grill brands on the market that also sell outdoor kitchens. What’s different about WeatherStrong is they evolved from Ideal Cabinetry, a company that makes some of the best indoor kitchens.
That’s important because you want an outdoor kitchen to be functionally like an indoor kitchen, just with extra durability to withstand being outside. Other brands will give you basic cabinets, while WeatherStrong offers extra customization and knows all the little things that make a kitchen work.
WeatherStrong combines indoor style with outdoor strength. Cabinets are built from 3/4” thick All-Weatherboard® composite material, which is strong and moisture resistant. Doors and exterior cover panels are 5/8” thick marine-grade HDPE (high density polyethylene) which is commonly used in outdoor applications and the marine industry.
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It’s also nice to know exactly where your cabinets are coming from. There are quite a few no-name kitchens from parts unknown, but WeatherStrong is made right here in the USA. Specifically, they have a factory in Barstow, FL.
Customization
With the brand evolving from an indoor kitchen company, WeatherStrong offers more customization than you’ll find from other options. That means there are more options to make it look exactly how you want and function well while cooking.
Despite having much more customization, they don’t carry a huge price tag. WeatherStrong found a good balance of quality and features to intersect at value.
Outdoor-rated cabinets are not inexpensive, but we have a unique value proposition: WeatherStrong is a collection of actual cabinets, just like an indoor kitchen. So, we have rollout shelves, pullout trashcan and propane tank storage and soft-close doors and drawers. Plus, we have 4 different door styles and 17 on-trend finishes. Our products are priced just above low-quality imported steel cabinets and below expensive all-polymer, resin and aluminum cabinets.
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Service and Shipping
Another benefit of WeatherStrong manufacturing in the US is that it differentiates them on service and ship times. Those are both crucial when building an outdoor kitchen.
They’ve streamlined their process, and even with being made to order, they can ship cabinets in 7 to 10 business days. That eliminates those long wait times that can sometimes plague your outdoor kitchen build, or even worse, a build for a customer.
For projects that require an even shorter lead time, they have the Stock Collection. It’s all flat-pack for assembly on site and ships in just 2 days.
Shipping damage is also a real problem with any construction project. I’ve had cabinets delivered damaged and then I had to weigh whether I wanted to deal with shipping them back and the wait time, or just accept the damage. It’s a bad spot to be in.
WeatherStrong identified where much of the damage occurs and came up with Ideal Shipping. It helps with labor and getting the cabinets where they should be without damage.
We have just launched ‘Ideal Shipping’ nationwide. Orders are hand loaded and hand delivered to the room of choice by two-person teams. This has reduced shipping damage to less than 1%.
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Dealers and Contractors
WeatherStrong works with kitchen and patio dealers nationwide, as well as home builders, property managers, and remodeling contractors. They are always looking to add to their network and offer support through a dedicated website and with design.
For those looking to carry outdoor kitchen cabinets that differentiate and support your business needs, you can get ahold of them through their online Become a Dealer form, emailing [email protected] or calling them at 888-745-0004. WeatherStrong is great to deal with. They’re a family company and I’ve personally had the pleasure of interacting with them for several years now.