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Charcoal starters are a must-have for charcoal grilling enthusiasts, and Ace Hardware has got you covered with great options like Weber, Big Green Egg, Grill Mark, and Kingsford. Weber's chimney starter is easy to use and works perfectly without needing lighter fluid. Big Green Egg offers natural and electric starters that are environmentally friendly. Grill Mark has both electric and chimney starters to suit your needs. Kingsford provides dependable fire starters that make grilling quick and hassle-free.

When it comes to choosing the right charcoal starter, it's important to understand the key benefits and differences between a chimney starter, a fire starter, and lighter fluid. Chimney starters, like those from Weber and Grill Mark, use a simple design where you place charcoal in a metal cylinder and light it from the bottom using newspaper or lighter cubes. This method is quick, efficient, and avoids the chemical taste that can come from lighter fluids. Fire starters, such as those from Big Green Egg and Kingsford, are small, easy-to-use cubes or sticks that ignite quickly and burn steadily, making them ideal for starting charcoal without the mess of lighter fluid. Lighter fluid, while effective, can sometimes impart a chemical taste to your food and requires careful handling to avoid flare-ups.

Different types of charcoal starters:

  • Chimney Starter: Quick and efficient, avoids chemical taste, uses newspaper or lighter cubes. Brands include Weber and Grill Mark
  • Fire Starter: Easy to use, environmentally friendly, burns steadily without mess. Brands include Fogo, Big Green Egg, B&B
  • Lighter Fluid: Effective but can impart a chemical taste, requires careful handling to avoid flare-ups. Brands include Kingsford, Grill Mark, and EcoGreen

By understanding these options, you can choose the best charcoal starter for your grilling needs and enjoy a delicious, hassle-free cooking experience.

Shop Charcoal Starters, Grills and More at Ace

Get ready for this grilling season with the right equipment from Ace. Up your grilling game by shopping our selection of charcoal starters, grills, and charcoal as well as other useful grilling products like, grilling utensils and even outdoor and patio decor, coolers, and barware to complete your outdoor gathering.

Shop Ace online and enjoy the convenience of shipping straight to your door and in-store pickup. Or stop into your neighborhood hardware store and speak to a helpful store associate to assist you in selecting the right starter for your grill. Happy grilling!