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As Father's Day quickly approaches, many will search for the perfect gift to show their father just how special he is. As most people know, the "Gift for Dad" mission can be quite a challenge, it’s hard to find a gift for the one person who never asks or needs anything.

But no one loves to grill and relax outdoors more than dad. So here are some perfect gift suggestions:

1. A new grill. If Dad’s favorite weekend past time is donning the chef hat and grilling up some steaks, than a brand new, shiny grill may be just what he is looking for. If he is a real grill aficionado, the Kamado Joe charcoal grill, which doubles as a smoker, oven and high heat roaster may be just the gift.
2. A grill griddle. If dad loves to grill for a crowd, or uses his grill for every meal. The Griddle Q may be the grilling accessory for him. The Griddle-Q is a 12 gauge stainless steel grill griddle that fits easily and securely on your outdoor grill, providing dad with a whole new world of outdoor cooking possibilities.
3. The perfect fire starter. Want to help dad light the fire? The Looftlighter  is the fastest, cleanest, safest, and easiest way to light your charcoal grill or wood fireplace. The Looftlighter ignites wood or charcoal in less than 60 seconds with its patented hot airstream process.
4. Skeeter Vac mosquito killer. Is dad a hammock guy? The Skeeter Vac will open up a whole level of enjoyment in the backyard, eliminating the mosquitoes and making the yard more enjoyable. Help dad relax when he comes home. With a Skeeter Vac he can enjoy more time on the hammock and less time swatting bugs.

Home and gardening experts are seeing increasing trends that are integrating outdoor living spaces more and more into daily life. This is mainly due to the increase of "staycations" due to the sluggish economy. Locally, there is a growing demand for outdoor living areas. Homeowners are adding outdoor living spaces such as outdoor kitchens and patios, with all weather furniture and fireplaces.  Outdoor fire pits are big now, and so are Kamado Joe and Primo Smokers.

A week-long family vacation for four to Walt Disney World can cost $5,000 or more. Instead, homeowners are opting to increase the functionality and value of their homes with outdoor living areas. These spaces also provide relaxing backdrops for time with family and friends.

This type of project can be easily budgeted as well. Homeowners can put in the patio and outdoor grill area first, and then add the sink and counter space or the more expensive furniture later on. As long as it's well planned, it won't look piecemealed together.
 
West Sport in Sudbury specializes in upscale exterior living spaces and can handle everything from helping with grill styles and needs, to cabinet and counter configurations, to outdoor kitchen plans and installation. Larry, the owner of West Sport says "You should have an idea of what you want in your outdoor living space and to be sure to make the area big enough to handle it. Often people want to fit a table and chairs, a grill and a fire pit, but then they don't have room to walk around."

West Sport prides themselves on their breadth of products and new showroom. It provides an area where customers can visualize and touch the products. The showroom features many components of an outdoor kitchen, fireplaces and fire pits; and a new patio is being built in order to showcase pavers and patio benches.
 
"Bring us a general idea of what you want or would like to have," Larry says. "Come on in and look at the stuff; touch it, feel it, and see what you like and what will work for you."

The foods and meals that are being grilled out these days are really evolving. You need a grill that can accommodate all of your needs. Surveys have been done that show when grilling, people have moved far beyond standard picnic fare to grilling turkeys, gourmet meals, seafood, ethnic foods and more. According to the study, 14 percent have even grilled their breakfasts! Trends have inspired the marketplace to develop grills that meet consumers changing needs. You can now add versatility to your gas grill with accessories like rotisserie spits, side burners, smoker attachments and cast iron cooking grids. Beefeater Gas Grills even makes a pizza oven component for their  grills!

At West Sport in Sudbury, near Framingham, consumers can choose from a wide range of sizes and styles of gas grills and grilling accessories. We offer all types of makes and models built from stainless steel and porcelain enamel. When buying a new gas grill, consider your outdoor area, there are so many sizes and styles of gas grills, including built ins, that whatever you need, you can find here.
 
The old way of grilling, only hot dogs and hamburgers, went out of style a while ago. It is time for a new grill for the new way of grilling. Invite the neighbors, invite your friends, and host the block party. With a new gas grill from West Sport you are going to want to grill all the time. We offer free assembly and delivery on all the grills we sell. Stop by today.

Spring is merely days away. The sun is out and you can feel it in the 40 degree air. It’s time to start grilling. There is a certain joy in picking out the right grill, and a definite joy when you get to go home and fire it up.

Charcoal grills are actually the most used type of grill and they come in many styles. Over the years, due to their popularity the charcoal grill has changed and evolved.  The Kamado Joe and the Primo charcoal grills are grills for those who are serious about taste. These grills use a combination of a ceramic shell, natural lump charcoal and air flow to create a superior charcoal grilled taste. You can also sear food at high temperatures and it will still retain its moistness. These grills can be used as an oven, a grill or a smoker. And a wide range of accessories are available. Charcoal grilling has the ability to enhance the food flavor and some people believe it is the only way to grill. There is another reason that the Kamado Joe and Primo grills are better than the traditional charcoal grill; they are ready to use in 15 minutes.

Propane or gas grills are very popular, and are also very versatile. Of course, they run on propane, and heat up and are ready to use in minutes. They offer a quick and easy way to cook outdoors and also give a good flavor. Depending on your lifestyle, this may be the only way to go for you and your family. If you want to sear meat or cook on a slow rotisserie, there is a perfect gas grill for you. You can even cook your entire meal on many gas grills with the addition of the side burner. There is a gas grill for all occasions, from 3 burner grills to 6 burner grills, and everything from built in models to portable grill models. Gas grills also come with different cooking surfaces and these surfaces give you the ability to cook many different ways. Grills by Beefeater, Broil King, MHP and Napoleon are all top of the line, and offer styles for most budgets.

West Sport in Sudbury can help you decide which grill style is best for you and your home and our grills are being delivered daily. Come in and visit us today.

Spring is a week away and daylight savings has arrived. The days are getting longer and the evenings are brighter. It is time to start thinking about gas grills. For the outdoor BBQ enthusiast, watching this time of year approach is like waiting for your favorite holiday as a kid. But, you must have the right grill for all your grilling needs.

There are quite a bit of products to choose from, and various features on all the different products. Gas grills can run on propane tanks or be hooked up to your home’s natural gas line. With so many products and features, we thought we’d take some time to help you out. But of course, you can stop in and let us help you decide what you are looking for too.

Firstly, know what you are looking for in a grill, including the different accessories. What do you want it to be able to do? Do you want a side burner? Do you want a rotisserie option? How big do you want it to be, and how much space do you have? Will you be grilling all kinds of meats or just burgers and hot dogs? Keep in mind that enameled cast iron grates and burners are often recommended by grill experts.

Now, when you are considering the size of the grill, you want to make sure that you not only check the over-all size, but the BTU’s as well. BTU is the way of measuring the size of the cooking area. Lower BTU means less space, while higher BTU means more space. So if you're planning on grilling for multiple people, you'd be better off with the grill with the higher BTU.

At West Sport in Sudbury, we have a large selection of gas grills and everything gas grill related. From portable gas grills to top of the line, chef’s choice grills and everything in between, we can certainly help you create the backyard grilling experience you are looking for. We carry products from the top gas grill and smoker manufacturers on the market, with the customer service and expertise you have come to expect and should demand. And we offer free assembly and delivery on all the grills we sell.  Contact us!

Well the NFL playoffs begin next weekend and so continues the great past time of tailgating! Whether you are tailgating in Foxboro or in the backyard, you can still have the best tailgate party ever; you definitely do not have to be at the game to have a great time.

First things first, call friends and family and have everyone bring their best tailgating food. Not everyone is a New England fan, which makes the party more fun as all the guests show with their game faces on and their tailgating gear; logos, chairs, shirts, hats, coolers. There is an unwritten contest on who shows the most spirit with all their tailgating and team logo apparel.

We have a way for you to win the contest. Show your New England Patriots team spirit with the team grill. We bet no one else will show with one of these! Have a couple of great tailgate grilling recipes up your sleeve.

Your house will be the place to be, and having the finest tailgating grill is imperative. Once your grill is roaring, the outdoor fire pits are lit, and the beer is chilled, you are ready for kick off.

West Sport has great gifts for men. If you are looking for something unique, different and useful, look no further than the looftlighter. This electric fire starter is the fastest, cleanest, safest, and easiest method for lighting your barbeque grill or wood fireplace. No more trying to figure out how to light a charcoal grill. With the looftlighter, you simply plug it in, then touch the nose of the lighter to the wood in your fireplace or the charcoal in your grill. You will see sparks in 15 seconds, and your fire will be lit in less than 60 seconds.

If you love grilling on charcoal, but hate to wait for the grill to light, the looftlighter is the perfect choice. No more lighter fluid, and no more waiting! Be grilling in minutes! Whether tailgating, grilling in the back yard, or lighting the fire in the living room, the looftlighter is the best choice for the men on your holiday gift list.

West Sport in Sudbury, your neighborhood fireplace and outdoor grill shop, has all the holiday gifts and stocking stuffers you need. While holiday shopping this weekend, why not shop local? Shopping locally promotes our communities small businesses and helps keep dollars in our local economy. And with all West Sport has to offer, there is no need to go elsewhere on Black Friday.

We are offering specials on all Hearthstone products; get $400 off all Hearthstone products. Along with the tax credit, you could get $1900 back on any qualifying Hearthstone products. Also, on November 27th, American Express is holding their first ever Small Business Saturday. This is a day to honor small businesses. Card members will receive a $25 statement credit when they register and spend $25 or more at small businesses that accept American Express. The Fireplace and Grill Shop at West Sport is just that kind of store. We are a locally owned and operated small business that accepts American Express cards and we would love to see you get a credit for supporting us. We are a business that employs our neighbors and reinvests our money close to home.

Come on in for stocking stuffers such as the new Looftlighter which is sure to be a big hit, or grill utensils, fireplace steamers, wood charcoal, and fireplace screens. Or make larger purchase for you and your family for the holidays, such as a team grill for dad, fireplace inserts and more.

Businesses like West Sport in Sudbury, located on route 20 between Marlboro and Wayland, are run by entrepreneurs and are the heartbeat of our communities and local economies. Help support local business this holiday season.

Welcome to The Grill and Fireplace Shop at West Sport blog! Here you will find out about the latest in grills and hearth products, industry trends, and consumer information. West Sport is a specialty retailer offering the Metrowest area of Boston the finest quality hearth and grill products available on the market today. Our product lines include some of the most reputable names in the industry; Hearthstone, Monessen, Napoleon and Primo to name a few.

At West Sport we can help you with fireplaces, stoves and inserts; charcoal and gas grills, and all of your hearth accessories. Everything you need for your fireplace or outdoor patio area is here at West Sport in Sudbury. We are happy to serve you and share with you our extensive product knowledge. Let us help you outfit your hearth and patio; we are here to help you discover what will best suit your home and lifestyle. We have been in business in your neighborhood for 35 years.

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