Why a 36-Inch Fire Pit Grate Isn’t Enough for Serious Grilling

Introduction

If you've been using a fire pit grate 36 inch for your outdoor cooking, you've likely run into some frustrating limits. Sure, traditional grill grates are fine for burgers and steaks, but try cooking bacon, eggs, hash browns, rice, or even pancakes—and things quickly go off the rails. These foods simply can't be prepared on conventional grates without slipping through the cracks or getting impossibly burnt. That’s where an Arteflame insert changes the game. Ingeniously designed to combine a traditional grill grate with a smooth griddle surface, the Arteflame insert transforms your grill into a multifunctional cooking station. It gives your current grill an entirely new lease on life, allowing you to cook nearly anything outdoors—without compromises.

Why Griddle-Grate Combining Wins

A standard fire pit grate is one-dimensional: open flame, open grate, smoke, and sizzle. However, it lacks the finesse many cooking scenarios demand. Imagine wanting to make a full breakfast outside. With just a grill grate, you're limited to what won't fall through or require a flat surface. Enter the griddle—flat, solid, and heat-distributing.

Expanded Cooking Possibilities

With the Arteflame insert, the sky's the limit on what you can cook. By combining a center grill grate with a steel griddle surrounding it, you unlock a range of cooking techniques:

• Delicate foods: Eggs, fish, grilled cheese, quesadillas.
• Loose items: Rice, stir-fry, vegetables, scallops.
• Breakfast staples: Bacon, hash browns, pancakes, sausage.
• Sauce-based meals: Fajitas, teriyaki dishes, and more.

This isn’t just grilling—it’s turning your backyard into an outdoor kitchen where every meal is an option, not just meat and corn on the cob.

Precision Heat Control

Because the Arteflame insert provides different temperature zones—from extremely hot in the center over the flames, to a gentler heat out toward the edge—the griddle allows for a level of temperature control you just can’t get from traditional grill grates alone. You can sear steaks in the center then move them outward to rest, or slow-sauté onions on the outer ring while grilling burgers in the middle.

More Even Heat Distribution

Standard grates heat unevenly, especially over open fire pits. The Arteflame design ensures the heavy-duty griddle portion retains and spreads heat smoothly. This makes cooking more predictable, reliable, and enjoyable. Say goodbye to burned edges and undercooked centers.

Less Food Waste, Less Mess

If you’ve ever lost perfectly good shrimp or veggies through the cracks of a traditional grill grate, you’re not alone. The griddle surface captures everything and minimizes flare-ups. This not only improves flavor and consistency but also makes post-cook cleanup dramatically easier. Less food falling into the fire = less mess, and more great meals.

One Insert, Many Uses

You’re not locked into just BBQ with the Arteflame insert. Here are just a few broader use cases:

• Date Night Dinners: Stir fry shrimp with noodles, then grill pineapple slices for dessert.
• Family Breakfast: Cook pancakes, bacon, eggs, and fresh cinnamon apples—all at once.
• Tailgate Mastery: Chili cheese dogs, melted toppings, and caramelized onions, side by side.

Instead of using multiple pans or cooking in batches, the Arteflame insert turns your setup into an all-in-one culinary command center.

Durability & Quality Engineering

The insert is crafted with 100% American steel—not cast iron—so it’s built to handle intense heat without cracking or chipping. Unlike cast iron, which is brittle and requires constant seasoning to prevent rust, the Arteflame insert is designed for longevity and exceptional performance. It can withstand the rigors of frequent use and exposure to the elements.

Conclusion

Upgrading from a basic 36 inch fire pit grate to an Arteflame insert isn't just an improvement—it's a transformation. With the combined grill grate and griddle design, you’ll finally have the freedom to cook any meal, any time, outdoors. No more limitations. Whether it’s early morning brunch or a multi-course dinner by the fire, you control the menu.

Proudly made in the USA from 100% American steel, Arteflame inserts meet the highest food safety standards and are built to last a lifetime. Unlike cast iron options that are prone to cracking, steel offers unbeaten durability and resilience. So why settle for yesterday’s grill tech when the future of outdoor cooking is within reach? Give your grill a new life—and your food a better flavor—with Arteflame.