{"product_id":"kamaster-17-304-stainless-steel-bottom-fire-grate-for-xl-big-green-egg-improved-airflow-faster-ignition","title":"KAMaster 17\" 304 Stainless Steel Bottom Fire Grate for XL Big Green Egg — Improved Airflow \u0026 Faster Ignition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe KAMaster 17\" 304 stainless steel bottom fire grate is a heavy-duty replacement charcoal grate engineered to improve airflow, speed ignition, and simplify ash cleanup in XLarge kamado and 22\" kettle-style grills.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your ceramic or cast-iron grate is slowing down startup, trapping ash, or making temperature control sluggish, this 17-inch stainless steel fire grate is built to help. Made of 304 food‑grade stainless steel with approximately 5 mm bars, it fits many XLarge Big Green Egg fireboxes and common 18½–22\" cookers, offering a durable, rust-resistant alternative to original grates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this grate improve lighting and temperature control?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open-bar design substantially increases bottom-airflow under the coal bed, letting charcoal ignite faster and maintain more consistent burn patterns. Better airflow means quicker response when you adjust the dome or bottom vents, so dialing in low-and-slow or high-heat searing becomes easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThicker 5 mm bars resist warping under high heat for even air channels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOpen spacing prevents ash from smothering coals, keeping vents effective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStainless surface lowers heat absorption compared with cast iron, promoting quicker temperature shifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this fit my XL Big Green Egg or Weber-style 22\" grill?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 17\" round grate is sized for the XLarge Big Green Egg firebox and is also compatible with many 18½\"–22\" kettles, smokers, and kamado-style cookers. Always check your firebox diameter and clearance before ordering to confirm fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned to fit XL Big Green Egg and similar XLarge kamado fireboxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks with 18½\" Smokey Mountain Cooker and several 22\" kettle\/charcoal grills when clearance allows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasure inside diameter and grate-to-dome distance to ensure proper installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow easy is it to clean and maintain compared with cast iron or porcelain grates?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e304 stainless steel resists clogging and doesn’t require frequent re-seasoning like cast iron. The open-bar layout sheds ash and leftover charcoal more readily, so routine maintenance is faster and the grate stays functional longer under repeated high-heat use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNon-porous stainless surface reduces ash adhesion and carbon buildup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimple brush-and-brush-off cleaning; occasional soak for stubborn deposits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLonger service life without flaking or chipping common to porcelain-coated grates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? The KAMaster 17\" bottom fire grate is aimed at backyard cooks and pitmasters who want a reliable, long-lasting replacement for worn or restrictive fire grates. It suits owners of XLarge Big Green Egg kamados, 18½\" smokers, and many 22\" kettle-style grills who need faster startup, cleaner ash management, and crisper temperature control without replacing the entire firebox.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures at a glance: heavy-duty 304 stainless steel construction, ~5 mm bar thickness, improved airflow for faster lighting and easier temperature management, ash-resistant design for quick cleaning, and compatibility with many XLarge and 18½\"–22\" grills. Check your grill’s inner dimensions before purchase to ensure a correct fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is the KAMaster 17\" grate compatible with an XLarge Big Green Egg?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — it is designed to fit the XLarge Big Green Egg firebox, but measure your internal diameter to confirm proper clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What material is the grate made from and does it rust?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The grate is 304 stainless steel, which resists rust and corrosion under normal grilling conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"KAMaster","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56829985030484,"sku":"B07JJ7D1DF","price":79.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/kamaster-17in-front-packaging-view.jpg?v=1786999880","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/kamaster-17-304-stainless-steel-bottom-fire-grate-for-xl-big-green-egg-improved-airflow-faster-ignition","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}