FAQ's

If you are interested in anything not covered here, write to us at info@vulcanusuk.com and we’ll be pleased answer all your questions.

Will I be able to assemble the grill?

There is no requirement for assembly. You will receive your Vulcanus pre-assembled and ready for use. Just choose the best place to put it. However, whenever you move the grill it’s a good idea to have a friend help out – it is VERY heavy!

What is the capacity of the grill - How many people can I cook for?

You can cook food on the Vulcanus grill for up to 50 people in one hour as an experienced Chef, however most people enjoy a leisurely cook for between 2-8 people. The different heat zones enable you to simultaneously prepare steak, fresh vegetables, fish, eggs and cheeses. Your food will be juicy, crunchy, healthily prepared, and will retain most of its original vitamin content.

How difficult is it to maintain the grill - Do I need any special cleaning agents?

Vulcanus is manufactured from COR-TEN steel, which is maintenance-free throughout its lifetime. This means you needn’t worry in the slightest about looking after your grill. Just clean the grill surface with a damp cloth and wipe down with oil. Just be sure to keep the lid on in foul weather -if the special heat retaining firebricks get saturated, they will need to dry out before they get back up to temperature.

Will fat and oil drip into the fire?

Vulcanus has a patented inbuilt system for draining away grease and juices from the food, this also helps prevent any flare up from the fire when cooking. 

What wood should I burn in the fire?

You can practically use any type of wood (so long as it is not treated with paint/creosote etc), provided it has a residual moisture level of less than 20%. Wood should therefore be sufficiently dried out. Green wood releases smoke and tar when burnt, thereby making the grill smokier and reducing its thermal performance. We recommend using dried logs cut into 33 cm lengths, which you can buy good stove shop or garden centre. Charcoal can also be used.

There are some circular grills on the market - what's the difference and why is the Vulcanus square?

Compared to a circular grill, the patented square shape offers a grilling surface that is up to ⅓ larger (comparing the diameter of a circle and side of a square). It also offers two heat zones, whereas a circular grill only has one. Circular grills also angle the fat into the firebox which causes flare ups and it's nearly impossible to fry an egg without it slipping straight into the fire!! Only the Vulcanus is fitted with a slow heat-release lining within the fire chamber. Vulcanus has a certificate for the upper grill cooktop attesting to its suitability for contact with food.