Paul's Island

No, he's not building an island in the Carribean, but he is making the ultimate BBQ island in his Louisiana back yard. We take you through the steps to the grand opening of Paul's "bar and grill" island.

Starting with the yard without the island...

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These two photos show the back yard without the island, ready for Paul's craftsmanship. The island will be placed where the current BBQ (yes it is a Top Grill under that vinyl cover) sits.
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Here is the island under construction. It is made from marine plywood and cedar sheeting, trimmed in solid cedar edging boards. The island will feature:
  • Built in ice maker
  • Built in Refrigerator
  • Surface mounted sink with high brass and stainless steel faucet
  • Pull out door style garbage container
  • stainless steel flush mounted hinges with stainless steel door pulls
  • BMK-24-BI-SB Iron Works natural gas grill
  • Frost and weather proof tile top
  • 4e 110 volt electrical outlets
  • Bar height eating and serving area. (seating for 6)
Here's the  "bar and grill" in position in Paul's back yard. The base is painted to match the trim on the house. In the photo below, you will see the sink which is a 13 inch surface mounted copper basin bowl with brass handles.

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Cost estimates:

  • Cement: $425.00 Labor $400.00
  • Island construction excluding tile and plumbing $2,000.00
  • Gas, electrical and plumbing $ 500.00
  • Tile $450.00
  • Copper sink bowl and faucet $ 200.00
  • Ice Machine $700.00
  • Refrigerator $300.00
  • Compactor $350.00
  • Iron Works gas grill $1,734.00
  • Misc: $500.00

Total budgeted $7,559.00
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Voila!

Here's the finished product with the outdoor fireplace, and a finishing touch with the shady umbrella.