Kitchen Raised Bar

Kitchen raised bar, one of the amenities that add to the character of a kitchen is a raised bar. In most cases, a raised bar in a kitchen is used to eat without having to go to the dining room. This type of raised bar is a countertop that sits above the height of the base cabinets by 6 inches and is 18 inches in depth. For the purpose of this article, we will build a raised bar that is 48 inches long.
Wall and Top
Place the 48-inch lumber on a worktable. Measure from one end and make marks at 15½, 17, 31 and 32½-inches. Place the carpenter's square on the marks and draw lines across two of the pieces of lumber. These are the top and bottom plates of the wall supporting the raised bar.
Place the 37½-inch lumber between the top and bottom plate. Two will go on the ends of the 48-inch lumber and the other two will go on the lines you drew in Step 1. Secure these with the 2½-drywall screws.
Trimming the Wall and Adding the Corbels
Install the 48-by-42-by-¼-inch paneling to the wall with the paneling nails. Then do the same with the 4½-inch piece of paneling. Install the 42-inch piece of outside corner on the corner where the two paneling pieces meet with the paneling nails, cut and install the baseboard. Set all the nail heads and fill the holes with putty.
Place the 1-by-12-inch piece of oak on the worktable. Drill countersink holes in the back of the oak at 2-inches from the edges. Then measure in from the edges and make marks at 13¾ and 17¾-inches. Place the carpenter's square on the marks and draw lines across the width of the oak.
An outdoor kitchen can be a space that's welcoming for family gatherings, or just a place to enjoy nightly family meals. Like an indoor kitchen, it should be equipped with all the necessities, including appliances and an adequate work space. While selecting the perfect grill may be easy for most homeowners, choosing the materials for the countertop can pose more of a challenge.
Planning an Outdoor Kitchen
During the planning process, the priority is often designing for adequate counter space. Similarly to an indoor space, it's important to include enough space for both food preparation and serving. While the primary preparation space will usually be around 36 inches tall (standard for indoor kitchens as well), there's also the option to create a split level counter, which also has a raised bar area of 42 inches. Outdoor countertops are usually deeper than what's found in indoor kitchens, in order to accommodate a grill, so anticipate a depth of about 30-36 inches, rather than the indoor standard of 24 inches.
Selecting a Kitchen Countertop Material for the Outdoors
Granite is one of the best materials to use in an outdoor kitchen, and it allows homeowners to enjoy luxury in an outdoor space. Not only does it provide an elegant and lavish style, but granite is also a great material because it's easy to clean and maintain, durable and heat-resistant.

In addition, granite has the ability to withstand extreme temperature changes-so whether it's below freezing, or there's sweltering heat, granite will maintain its integrity. While granite is one of the most commonly used natural stones in outdoor kitchen countertops, there are other options available. Most notably, these include travertine and limestone. While these materials are somewhat durable, they're not as durable as granite, meaning they may be more susceptible to scratching, staining and heat damage, so they're not ideal for outdoor kitchens that endure heavy use.