Show Its It's Fix Up Time For s' s t F l lt t t i rt t r If you are one of the millions of Americans Americana who is taking to outdoor this year these tips will come in in handy Like any art successful successful outdoor cookery cookery has a base In the case of the base is an efficient grill and good fire Put the grill in condition with a thorough cleaning Wire Wire- brush any rust spots and touch up bare metal with paint Check the grill motor and clean tools and related accessories Find a location where smoke will not blow directly into the house or be offensive to neighbors t yet is accessible for serving When you have reached this point youre you're ready to test your culinary skill W W. R. R Grace Co producers of Vermiculite suggests sug sug- those these simple steps for best beat results 1 1 A layer of a special grade of coarse vermiculite euc such as Bar Bar-B Bar 13 should be spread on the bottom of the grill The material absorbs drippings and protects the grill while providing provid provid- ing a better draft beneath the coals Because it insulates the grill stays cooler thus safer 2 2 Center the charcoal on the vermiculite Spray fire lighter t fluid across the conic coals and ignite Vermiculite acts as a awick awick wick to provide uniform burning 3 Top Tap coals frequently with a tool or utensil to remove ash Ash insulates the coals and retards retard the heat j 4 After the guests leave pour a layer of vermiculite over the hot coals for safety's sake You'll bo be able to save the charcoal for the next cookout cookout both both the and Bar Bar-B Bar B can can- be ra re When you do decide to change the vermiculite in the grill its it's its easy The lightweight mineral can be dumped in the garden as asa asa a soil conditioner The coarse grade of vermiculite recommended for outdoor cooking is usually found wherever charcoal is sold |