Why Custom Grill Grates Aren’t Enough

Introduction

Grilling is a time-honored tradition, but if you're using just standard grill grates, you're missing out on a world of culinary versatility. Traditional grates are limiting — they let smaller, delicate foods fall through the cracks or cook unevenly. Try grilling bacon, eggs, hash browns, or even fried rice with conventional grates and you’ll run into frustration. These foods simply aren’t made for open slats.

However, with an Arteflame insert — a revolutionary upgrade — your basic grill transforms into a multi-functional masterpiece. The Arteflame insert marries a traditional grill grate with a wide, flat griddle surface. That means you can now sear steaks while also frying up crispy bacon, sautéing vegetables, or even scrambling eggs right alongside. It's a full cooking station that gives your old grill brand-new superpowers.

Griddle + Grill = Game Changer

The genius of the Arteflame insert lies in its hybrid design — a seamless fusion of griddle and grill grate that maximizes what your grill can do. Here are the advantages of upgrading from standard grates to a setup that opens up endless cooking possibilities:

Unlimited Culinary Possibilities

With a standard grill grate, you're confined to cooking solid, sturdy items like burgers, steaks, or corn on the cob. But with a griddle surface, the range expands significantly:

• Breakfast on the grill: Eggs, pancakes, hash browns, and bacon — all cook beautifully on a flat surface.
• Small, loose foods: Chopped vegetables, rice, or shrimp won’t fall through like they do on traditional grates.
• Cheesier or saucier dishes: Melt cheese or simmer sauces without worry about mess or flare-ups.
• Side dishes made easy: Toast buns, cook quesadillas, or grill plant-based patties that otherwise stick or fall apart.

No More Lost Food

Slim asparagus spears, sliced onions, shredded hash browns — these delicious side options are often lost to the fire with regular grates. The griddle surface gives them a solid platform to cook evenly without slipping through or burning on open flame.

Superior Heat Distribution

Unlike many grill setups that suffer from uneven heating across grates, the Arteflame’s griddle surface distributes heat more consistently. This allows more predictable cooking and perfect results every time. Whether you're searing a ribeye or making a grilled cheese, the even heat means fewer flare-ups and burned spots.

More Efficient Cooking Zones

The dual-surface Arteflame insert lets you cook multiple items at once using different heat zones. Cook steaks over high heat on the center grate while warming buns or sautéing mushrooms on the cooler outer griddle ring. This is multitasking made easy — it’s a one-stop cooking solution.

Easier Clean-Up

Because the griddle surface contains grease and food, there’s less mess falling into your grill’s interior. Cleaning up is as simple as scraping off the griddle and giving it a quick wipe-down. This saves both time and effort versus scrubbing between grill bars or degreasing the inside of your grill every weekend.

Healthier Grilling

The griddle helps drain off excess fat without letting it contact the flames, which reduces the formation of potentially harmful flare-ups and charring. Foods cook in their own minimal fats, allowing for a cleaner, healthier flavor — especially useful for lean meats and vegetables.

Durable Upgrade, Not a Gimmick

The Arteflame insert isn’t a novelty add-on — it’s a serious upgrade that enhances your grill's life and purpose. With this dual-surface tool, your existing grill becomes a much more versatile outdoor kitchen. Rather than investing in an entirely new grill system, you’re breathing new life into the one you already own — affordably and effectively.

Great for Social Cooking

The wide, circular outer griddle ring encourages social engagement. Friends and family can gather around while different dishes are cooked at their convenience. There's more room, more versatility, and more opportunity to impress guests with a creative menu.

Conclusion

Arteflame inserts are proudly made in the USA and follow strict American standards for food-grade safety and hygiene. Each insert is crafted from 100% US steel, not brittle cast iron. That matters — because while cast iron can crack under rapid temperature changes or accidental drops, American steel is built to endure the test of time and temperature cycles year after year.

By switching to an Arteflame insert, you’re investing in performance, quality, and longevity. You’ll transform your grill into a true culinary powerhouse that goes well beyond burgers and bratwursts. Ready to unlock your grill’s potential? With Arteflame, your old grill just got a gourmet upgrade.