Weber Hinged Cooking Grate 22″ — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Weber Hinged Cooking Grate 22″ used for?
This hinged cooking grate is a replacement grate for Weber 22″ kettle charcoal grills. Its flip-up sections allow you to add charcoal or wood while cooking—no need to remove the entire grate.
What are the material, dimensions, and specs?
The grate is made from heavy-duty plated steel. Its assembled dimensions are about 1.8″ high × 21.5″ wide × 21.5″ deep. It also includes built-in handles to lift the hinged sides for fuel access.
Which Weber grills is it compatible with?
It fits Weber 22″ kettle charcoal grills (Original Kettle, Performer, etc.). Note: it does **not** fit Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker smokers.
How do I install and use the hinged function?
First remove your original grate (if applicable) and clear ash/debris. Rest the hinged grate on the upper support prongs or ledges inside your grill. When you need to add fuel, lift one or both hinged “wings” by their handles and drop in charcoal or wood. The grate remains in place and functional during this process.
How should I clean and maintain this grate?
Preheat the grill on high for ~15 minutes, then brush off remaining food residue with a grill brush while still hot. Periodically wash with warm soapy water (when cool), rinse, and dry thoroughly. Avoid abrasive cleaners that damage plating. Over time, plating may wear off, exposing steel, which is normal.
What are common issues or limitations?
Because it’s plated steel, it may eventually develop corrosion or wear under heavy use. Hinges and edges can become weaker if not handled carefully. Also ensure the hinged wings don’t interfere with the grill lid clearance. If the plating fails in spots, performance or longevity may decline.
