Why Weber Crafted Grates Limit Your Grill

Introduction

When you invest in a premium grill like a Weber with Weber Crafted grill grates, it’s natural to expect restaurant-quality results. But let’s be honest—typical grill grates come with limitations. Sure, they’re great for steaks, burgers, and kebabs, but what about delicate or smaller foods like bacon, hash browns, eggs, rice, or even veggies that fall through the cracks? With just open grates, your culinary creativity hits a wall. One misstep and you’re left watching your breakfast slide between the bars.

This is where the Arteflame Insert transforms your grilling experience. By combining a traditional grill grate with a carbon steel griddle, it empowers you to grill virtually anything. Suddenly, your grill isn’t just a BBQ machine—it’s a full outdoor kitchen. Whether it's searing steaks or frying eggs, the Arteflame Insert gives your existing grill a brand-new life, one rich with flavor and endless possibilities.

Griddle + Grate = Ultimate Flexibility

Grilling isn’t just about fire and smoke—it’s about mastering control, versatility, and expanding your menu beyond the usual suspects. The Arteflame Insert, compatible with Weber Crafted systems and many other brands, bridges the gap between traditional grilling and true outdoor cooking artistry.

Here’s how the griddle-meets-grill-grate combination changes the way you cook:

More Than Just Meat

With traditional grill grates, you’ll often find yourself restricted to solid, uniform pieces of food that won’t slip through. That means saying goodbye to:

• Bacon – falls through or burns on open grates.
• Eggs – impossible on bare grates.
• Hash browns and pancakes – messy, uneven cooking results.
• Stir-fried rice – scattered and hard to manage.
• Cheesy toppings – melt off and cause flare-ups.

These items cook perfectly on a griddle surface that retains heat, distributes it evenly, and contains the food—instead of feeding it to the flames.

Effortless Zone Cooking

The Arteflame Insert offers two distinct cooking zones:

• High-heat searing on the center grate for steaks, burgers, and sausages.
• Gentle, radiant heat on the surrounding griddle for veggies, seafood, or breakfast items.

No more shuffling food around or battling flare-ups to manage cooking temps. This division allows you to grill and griddle at the same time without compromise.

Less Flare-Ups, More Control

Since the griddle surface stops dripping grease from contacting direct flames, you experience fewer flare-ups, less smoke, and better-tasting food. High-fat items like bacon or marinated chicken, which often trigger flare-ups on standard grates, cook cleanly and evenly on the griddle surface.

Healthier, Cleaner Grilling

Flat-top griddle cooking offers a healthier alternative by requiring less oil. With no need to douse your ingredients in fat to prevent sticking—as you might with cheap grill grates—you retain fresher flavor and reduce charred residues. Cleanup is simple as well, with the Arteflame Insert developing natural non-stick seasoning over time, similar to cast iron but without the fragility.

Increased Cooking Capacity

Let’s talk real estate. Most grills are underutilized because grill grates don't accommodate certain dishes. The Arteflame Insert makes smart use of your entire grill surface. You can have pancakes on one side, bell peppers sizzling in the middle, and a ribeye finishing off on the grate. Perfect for brunch spreads, Taco Tuesdays, or multi-course meals—all on your standard Weber.

Multi-Season Utility

Because the Arteflame Insert holds and radiates heat so well, it’s practical for grilling even in the colder months. Unlike thin grill grates that lose heat quickly, the thick carbon steel griddle maintains consistent heat no matter the season. Winter omelets? Summer burgers? Covered.

Modular Design for Adaptive Cooking

The Arteflame Insert isn’t just a flat slab—it’s an intelligently engineered accessory that adapts to your grill and your goals. Want to cook smash burgers on the griddle while searing asparagus over the grate? Go right ahead. Its dual-zone, circular design caters to creative culinary configurations you simply can’t do with traditional grates.

Conclusion

If you’ve been wondering why Weber Crafted grill grates still leave something to be desired, it’s because they can’t do what an Arteflame Insert can. By integrating a heavy-duty griddle with a central grill grate, Arteflame delivers unmatched outdoor cooking versatility. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner, every meal transforms into an unforgettable experience.

Made entirely in the USA from 100% American steel, Arteflame Inserts meet the highest standards for food safety and hygiene. Unlike brittle cast iron alternatives that are prone to cracking or chipping over time, our all-steel design guarantees lifetime durability, season after season. Upgrade your Weber—or any grill—with the Arteflame Insert and experience the full potential of your outdoor cooking setup.