Why Grill Grates Alone Limit Your BBQ Game

Introduction

If you're grilling with just standard Charbroil grill grates, you're only enjoying half of what your grill could do. Great for steaks and burgers? Sure. But what about breakfast favorites like hash browns, eggs, and bacon? Or cookout essentials like stir-fried rice, fajita vegetables, or even melted cheese-topped sliders? Grill grates simply can't handle these delicate or small foods—they fall through, stick, or cook unevenly.

Upgrading to an Arteflame insert changes everything. It combines a traditional grill grate with a precision-engineered griddle surface, giving your existing grill a powerful and complete cooking system. An Arteflame insert breathes new life into your Charbroil setup, turning it into an all-in-one outdoor kitchen that’s ready to cook just about anything—all with better flavor, control, and convenience.

Grate + Griddle = Game Changer

The limitations of grill grates have been apparent to BBQ enthusiasts for years. While they work well for thick cuts of meat, they seriously fall short when you need cooking versatility. That’s why Arteflame developed their revolutionary insert that combines both grates and a solid griddle surface—all in one seamless upgrade.

Here’s how a griddle platform transforms your grilling experience:

1. Cook More Types of Food

You’re no longer bound to flame-friendly foods. With an Arteflame insert, you unlock the ability to cook a wide variety of meals right on your grill:

• Breakfast items: Eggs, pancakes, bacon, hash browns
• Delicate foods: Fish fillets, scallops, sliced veggies
• Side dishes: Fried rice, quesadillas, sautéed greens
• Saucy additions: Teriyaki chicken, Philly cheesesteaks, fajitas

The griddle catches juices, supports small and thin foods, and evenly distributes heat across the surface—something your Charbroil grill grate alone simply can't do.

2. No More Flare-Ups

Grates expose your food to open flame, leading to common grilling mishaps—flare-ups, uneven cooking, and scorched edges. The Arteflame insert's solid plate prevents grease from dripping directly onto the flames, minimizing fire bursts and giving you better temperature control.

3. Easier and Cleaner Cooking

Say goodbye to scraping burnt-on crud from between grill rods. The griddle surface keeps food from falling through, and clean-up is a breeze. A quick scrape of the flat steel surface is all it takes to prep it for your next meal.

4. Sear and Slide Convenience

With an Arteflame insert, you can sear on the hot outer ring and slide food toward the cooler inner section to finish cooking. This zone-based heat control adds professional-level precision to your backyard BBQ.

5. Multi-Meal Efficiency

No more juggling frying pans on a side burner or running inside the house to cook part of the meal. With the Arteflame combination surface, you can do everything in one place—from grilling steak to sautéing mushrooms in butter right beside it.

6. Retrofitting is Easy

Arteflame makes inserts custom-fitted for most Charbroil grills. You don’t need to buy a new grill—just upgrade yours. The installation process is effortless, and once in place, your grill takes on the capabilities of a full flat-top griddle without losing its flame-kissed charm.

Conclusion

With the limitations of standard Charbroil grill grates now obvious, it's clear why more grillers are turning to Arteflame inserts. Made entirely in the USA from 100% domestic steel—not cast iron—these inserts are built to last longer, perform better, and resist cracking. Unlike fragile cast iron, US steel endures extreme heat and weather, providing a lifetime of performance without worry.

The Arteflame insert doesn’t just upgrade your grill—it transforms the way you cook outdoors. Whether you're preparing an elegant brunch or a backyard feast, you'll wonder how you ever grilled without it. Take your grill from basic to brilliant—give it new life with a durable, American-made Arteflame insert.