Buying guide
Buschbeck is a German manufacturer, and its masonry BBQs are built to stay put: pre-cast, steel-reinforced concrete sections that stack on a solid base and become a permanent part of the garden. This page covers the range we sell, how to choose a model and what each needs.
About Buschbeck
The masonry BBQs we sell are made in Germany, arrive in pre-cast sections with adhesive and assembly instructions, and have a through-coloured finish that needs no painting or rendering. Buschbeck lists them as TUV/GS safety certified. Each has a 54 x 34cm chrome cooking grill that sits at four heights, and most burn charcoal for cooking and logs afterwards as an outdoor fireplace. Buschbeck says its BBQs are ready to use 24 hours after assembly.
The Buschbeck range
| Group | Models | Size (H x W x D) |
|---|---|---|
| Grill bars (no chimney) | Luzern, Venedig | 930 x 1100 x 650mm |
| With stainless steel hood | Zurich | 1970 x 1100 x 650mm, 360kg |
| Chimney models | Bologna, Davos, Elba, Milano, St Moritz, Stockholm, Toscana | 2030 x 1100 x 650mm, about 440kg |
| Taller chimney models | San Remo, Venezia, Verona, Carmen | 2060mm to 2100mm high |
| Larger footprint | Rondo, Wellington | 2080 x 1150 x 700mm, about 510kg |
| With side table | Carmen with side table (charcoal only) | 2030 x 1800 x 650mm, about 510kg |
Classic
Chimney models
White and terracotta, white and brown, or white quartz, with copper or stainless steel mantel inserts.
How to choose
- Height. A 930mm grill bar for a low profile, or a chimney model around 2m to lift smoke above head height.
- Fireplace too? Most models take logs after cooking. The Carmen with side table is charcoal only.
- Lid? Only the Zurich has a hood.
- Finish. Choose a colour and mantel insert to suit your brick and paving. All are through-coloured.
Buschbeck accessories
- A double-sided cast iron cooking grid, 54 x 34cm and about 4.5kg, for searing.
- A cast iron plancha, 54 x 34cm, for fish, eggs and vegetables.
- A spare chrome cooking grill that fits all Buschbeck masonry BBQs and grill bars.
- A stainless steel fire grate and ash pan, 46 x 30cm.
- The full barbecue cover for standard models and the grill bar cover for the Venedig and Luzern.
- The Camp Chef Artisan pizza oven insert, supplied in the UK by Buschbeck, which sits on the grill.
Base, delivery and assembly
At 360kg to 510kg, a Buschbeck needs a concrete slab or well-laid paving on a compacted sub-base, slightly larger than the footprint and level both ways. It arrives on a pallet at the kerbside; check the route to the garden and have at least two people to lift the sections. Our guide to building a masonry BBQ covers each step.
Looking after a Buschbeck
A Buschbeck needs little care. Brush out cold ash after each use, brush and oil the grill, and freshen the through-coloured finish with a stiff brush and water rather than paint or acid cleaners. Never throw cold water on a hot firebox. Before winter, clear the ash, let the BBQ dry and fit the cover, and after a long break light a gentle fire first. See masonry BBQ care.
Why buy Buschbeck from us
We are an independent UK online retailer. Delivery to England and Wales is free, with large items delivered on a pallet at the kerbside, and unused items can be returned within 30 days of delivery. We stock the grids, plancha, fire grate and covers to go with each model. Contact us or email info@glowingflames.co.uk with any question before you order.
Common questions
Where are Buschbeck BBQs made?
The Buschbeck masonry BBQs we sell are made in Germany.
What are Buschbeck BBQs made from?
Steel-reinforced concrete, in pre-cast sections with a through-coloured finish.
Can I burn logs in a Buschbeck?
Most models take logs after cooking as an outdoor fireplace. The Carmen with side table is charcoal only.
How heavy is a Buschbeck masonry BBQ?
About 360kg to 510kg, depending on the model.
How long does assembly take?
The sections stack with the supplied adhesive. Buschbeck says the BBQ is ready to use 24 hours after assembly.
Which Buschbeck has a lid?
The Zurich, with a 304 stainless steel hood.
Which cover fits my Buschbeck?
The full cover fits standard masonry BBQs and the grill bar cover fits the Venedig and Luzern. Ask us about the Wellington, Rondo and Carmen with side table.
Can I cook pizza on a Buschbeck?
Yes, with the Camp Chef Artisan pizza oven insert, which sits on the grill.
Compare all masonry BBQs
See sizes, finishes and the base each model needs, or message us for help choosing.