Weber Charcoal Grill Covers For Kettle | Performer | Summit BBQs
The debate about whether the charcoal or gas grills are better doesn’t seem to end anytime soon. It can’t be argued that gas grills are easier and more convenient to use.
The strength of the old-fashioned charcoal grills is that they give a unique flavor to the meat.
Weber usually is among the top brands when you are looking for a good quality charcoal grill, and if you don’t want to leave your grill unprotected from the elements, the first thing you should buy is a Weber charcoal grill cover.
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Weber Kettle Grill Covers
SKU | Name | Fits |
Charcoal Kettle Grill Covers | ||
7145 | Weber 7154 Smokey Joe Bag | Weber Smokey Joe 14-Inch Portable Grill |
7175 | Weber 7175 Cover For 18″ Grills | Weber 18″ Charcoal Kettles |
7148 | Weber 7148 Premium Cover For 18″ Grills | Weber 18″ Charcoal Kettles |
7176 | Weber 7176 Cover For 22″ Grills | Weber 22″ Charcoal Kettles |
7451 | Weber 7451 Cover For 22.5″ Grills | Weber 22.5″ Charcoal Kettles |
7149 | Weber 7149 Premium Cover For 22.5″ Grills | Weber 22.5″ Charcoal Kettles |
7150 | Weber 7150 Premium Cover For 22″ Grills | Weber 22″ Charcoal Kettles |
7153 | Weber 7153 Premium Cover For 26″ Grills | Weber 26″ Charcoal Kettles |
Performer Grill Covers | ||
7151 | Weber 7151 Premium Cover For Performer 22″ Grill | Weber Performer 22″ |
7152 | Weber 7152 Premium Cover For Performer Premium & Deluxe Grill | Weber Performer Premium & Deluxe |
Summit Charcoal Grill Covers | ||
7173 | Weber 7173 Premium Cover For Summit Charcoal Grill | Weber Summit Charcoal Grill |
7174 | Weber 7174 Premium Cover For Summit Charcoal Grilling Center | Weber Summit Charcoal Grilling Center |
List of Weber Charcoal Grills
Here is a current Weber charcoal grill lineup:
- Weber Summit Kamado S6
- Weber Summit Charcoal Grilling Center
- Weber Performer Premium and Deluxe 22″
- Weber Performer Deluxe 22″
- Weber Performer 22″ with folding table
- Weber 22″ Kettle charcoal grill
- Weber 22″ Original Kettle charcoal grill
- Weber 22″ Original Premium Kettle charcoal grill
- Weber 22″ Master-Touch charcoal grill
- Weber 18″ Kettle charcoal grill
Please let me know in the comments which cover type I should cover next.
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Weber 7452 Premium Kettle Cover for 18.5-Inch Charcoal Grills
There are two kinds of Weber charcoal grill covers. Premium Covers for 18 1/2″ and 22 1/2″ Charcoal Grills are the most basic.
These are made of heavy-duty vinyl reinforced with Kevlar fibers that make it extremely strong and durable.
It is completely waterproof so it is easy to wash, it is very light, and it is also easy to be used: it just has to be put on the top of the grill.
Weber 7451 Cover for 22.5-inch Charcoal Grill
The Premium Cover for 22 1/2″ One-Touch® Platinum is for larger grills. It is made of heavy duty vinyl, so it doesn’t crack even in the harshest winters. This Weber charcoal grill cover fits all One-Touch Platinum Charcoal Grills made by Weber. Users say this cover is a tight fit, but looks like it will last a lifetime.
Weber charcoal grill covers can be used for other grills, but be careful about their size: if the grill cover is too small, it will not fit, or it can be torn after a while. A grill cover that is too large may be blown away by the wind, and it will not look appropriate on the grill.
Weber 7153 Charcoal Grill Cover for 26-Inch Charcoal Grills
No matter what grill you have and which Weber charcoal grill cover you choose, you will be satisfied with the purchase: the quality of these covers is just good as the Weber grills are.
And it is not likely you will have to change your cover before you have to buy a new Weber grill.
Weber Performer Grill Cover
One of the best charcoal grills available on the market is the Weber Performer. This grill is different from other charcoal grills because it has gas assistance so you can light the coal fast. This way users have the convenience of a gas grill while still having the unique taste of charcoal.
Because it is not a simple design, Weber Performer is not cheap either: it comes around several hundred dollars, so it is a good idea to protect your investment by buying a Weber Performer Grill Cover. This way the already robust Weber Performer will be fully protected from the elements.
The Weber Performer grill cover is a full-length heavy-duty cover made out of vinyl. Its main purpose is to protect the grill against dust and dirt. It has vents on the top to allow good circulation and moisture evaporation. Weber made at least two versions of the Performer (the second one has several improvements). The cover fits tight on the grill, so before you buy, you should know which version of Weber Performer you have.
Weber Performer Grill Cover
Users are usually very happy with the Weber Performer grill covers. To prevent the strong winter winds from blowing away your cover, you can places a couple of vinyl tipped metal construction spring clips at opposing corners around the legs of the Performer. That will ensure the cover can be blown off only by a hurricane. And even a hurricane is not likely to destroy your Weber grill cover has experienced a hurricane already, without any problems.
Even if you live in Arizona, your Weber Performer grill cover will withstand the burning sun of the desert for years. However, there are people who complain that the cover fits too tight. Until you master the process, it could be difficult to get it on. Sometimes it can take up to 15 minutes to cover the Weber Performer properly if you have to do it alone.
It is really easy to buy a Weber Performer grill cover. You can check out the Weber website first and then compare prices at different webshops. These covers are just like Weber grills: they are not cheap but represent the best technology can offer, and they last a lifetime.
Related reading: When To Put Cover On A Grill?
Conclusion
So, now that you’ve read our list of the best charcoal grill cover options for Weber charcoal grills, it’s time to pick the best one for your needs. It is important to figure out your exact grill model before ordering the cover to ensure the cover will fit your Weber charcoal grill.
We hope this article has helped you narrow down your choices. Please let us know in the comments below if you have any questions or want more information about a specific product. I’d love to hear from you!
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