Grill Covers

A grill cover fails in one of two ways: it is cut too tight to pull down over the side shelves, or it is so loose that it flaps in wind and sands the finish off the lid.

Measure with the shelves up and the lid closed — width across the widest point, then depth and height — and add two to three inches for clearance.

Look for vents, which do most of the work in cutting the condensation that rusts a firebox from the inside; a fabric weight around 600D or heavier; and either a drawstring hem or side straps if your site is windy.