There’s a lot of choice out there, but by far the most popular with our cabin owners & the most readily available is No Nonsense Wood Treatment from Screwfix. It's available in 3 shades - clear, light brown & dark brown. We advise the clear or light brown & we would always recommend trialling whichever treatment you choose on a hidden part of your cabin beforehand you go the whole hog, to make sure you’re happy with it. Make sure you treat every part of the exterior wood, including the eaves.

There are outdoor vent hoods out on the market made specifically to go above your grill of choice. Keep the following recommendations in mind when making a selection.Lots of our BBQ Cabin owners choose to treat the floor & tray tables with clear yacht varnish to make cleaning easier whilst keeping the wood protected. We advise against treating the inside of the cabin walls & roof as the wood needs to stay breathable so that moisture can escape through the timber, and avoid condensation and mould. If you’re using your cabin grill regularly, moisture inside the cabin shouldn’t be an issue, as the heat inside will keep the wood mould-free. We advise using the cabin at least weekly during the colder, damper months. Also, try not to leave your windows open all the time or for long periods of time, as due to the timber moving, the windows may change shape and become difficult to close. For the safety of your cabin, we advise that you do not leave your cabin unattended until your fire has completely gone out. Our BBQ hoods are adjustable if you wish to lower the hood for cooking or raise the hood to allow a clear view of all your cabin guests. It’s also very important to take care of the BBQ unit after each use. We suggest that the ashes/embers are removed from the grate. If marinades, fats, and oils have been used, the unit is cleaned with a mild detergent to dissolve the remnants. There are some food-approved sprays which you can use for the grate. Those sprays give protection from corrosion. You should also remove any charcoal/wood debris after each use of your barbecue to avoid dampness and rust. One of the benefits of a charcoal BBQ over a gas barbecue is its portability. Portable gas barbecues are ideal for taking camping or on holiday, but they are also suitable for use when space is restricted or if you don't have the room to store a large barbecue. There is no gas bottle to have to carry, which means that the barbecues are lighter, and most models either come with wheels if they are on a stand, or with carry handles if they have no stand. Portable grills are not usually considered suitable for cooking for more than two or three people at a time. Wait for the flames to die down before you start cooking. Flames will singe food, causing it to burn at the edges before it’s cooked through.

Season unmarinated meat with salt and pepper to enhance the chargrilled flavour. It’s best to season just before you start cooking – if you do it too far beforehand it will dry the meat out.Leave the charcoal to burn for around 20-30 minutes, or until the flame has died and the charcoal is glowing and covered in a layer of white ash. The BarrelQ is an upright oil barrel design. It includes a fire basket, grill, and a lid with cover. It can be used as a fire pit as well as a charcoal BBQ. It can be used in your garden or on the patio. It can even be taken camping, if you have room to transport it, and is ideal for parties because it looks great while also being an effective grilling model.