Sydney Outdoor Kitchen

[brung99]

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Next step was to build a timber frame around two walls of the gazebo to protect the kitchen area from the weather and it keep it cleaner. Again, on ebay I found another bargain, this time, a 3m long (yes, perfect for my space again) louvered timber window. It will let in plenty of light, and it also comes with flyscreens which will help keep the leaf litter from next doors trees out of the area.

[brung99]

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So, this brings me up to my current stage.

The timber frame has been lined on the outside with cement fibre board. Ive installed the window and the benchtop. Undersink plumbing has been connected to sewer and new flick mixer pullout tap installed (btw, having a sink so close to the oven is fantastic. Saves many trips back inside the house).

Cabinet doors have been put on and outdoor fridge set in place.

Now just waiting for the electrician to return to connect wiring for power points and lights before lining the inside of the frame.

I also still plan to make two glass block windows in the walls above the oven just for some extra light and as a feature.

Hope you like my job so far. Like I said, slow progress but I'm pleased with the results so far and the DYI aspect is great fun for me too.

[brung99]

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Just thought i'd post some rare photos of some things ive cooked in the oven. I always seem to remember to take photos when its too late and its been eaten.

This is my first pizza (well, half pizza) which was excellent.

Some roast chicken & potatoes, bread and a large batch of roast potatoes for a new years eve party.

[brung99]

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I've just completed lining the inside walls of The kitchen area with 6mm fibre cement board. In the process now of filling and sanding the joints prior to painting.

[boerwarrior]

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It is looking great, Bruno!

can't wait to see the finished look!

Neil

[brung99]

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Thanks Neil. Slow progress, but I can see the light at the end of the tunnel.

[Parnell]

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This looks awesome, I have a few questions.

1. What was the name of the importer of oven, you seem to like the quality.
2. Where did you pick up the bench from so cheap?
3. What height do you have the bench at? It looks as if u have it higher then usual, does this get annoying or do u barely notice.

I'm from Wollongong currently building a house and the outdoor living and kitchen is what in most excited about.

Thanks chris

[brung99]

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Sorry for the late reply but I've been away the past few weeks.

Regarding your questions, I bought the oven from a company called "Vesuvio Wood Fired Ovens" located in Revesby in Sydney. Mine is the 1000mm FVR model.

I was lucky enough to get the bench for a bargain from gumtree. It is 3 metres long and included the undermount sink and i think i paid $200 at the time.

It is set at a standard kitchen benchtop height and the pizza oven bench is about an inch higher.

[Parnell]

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Thanks for the reply

I ran into them at a home show recently and they do look good build, will probably head that way myself.

Thanks for the other information.

[brung99]

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More photo updates.
- Downlights and ceiling fan installed.
- I've applies undercoat and 1 topcoat to all walls & ceilings (still to do 1 more coat).
- Splashback has been tiled using large 600mm x 600mm porcelain tiles (extended to around the back of the oven.
- Top of the oven stand has been tiled using same porcelain tiles but in 300x300 size.
- New BBQ and range hood installed.

[brung99]

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photo's attached:

[applor]

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Hi Bruno,

All looks fantastic! I am particularly interested in your oven as I need to build a new WFO after I move house at the end of the month.
I have been looking at the FVR80 Vesuvio wood fired oven and also the MIDI alfresco wood fired oven.
You seem pretty happy with your FVR100, is that correct?
Does it come with calsil under floor insulation? How much was the FVR100 kit?
Also it says ceramic door - is it insulated?

[brung99]

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Hi,

I've been using the oven for just over a year now and couldn't be happier. It's excellent.
It doesn't come with the calsil underfloor insulation - I bought that extra. The supplier suggest just using hebel block under the hearth as the only insulation, but I decided to go with the calsil. I ended up using hebel on top of that just to raise my floor level as it felt I bit low for me.The kit does come with the insulation mat and chicken wire for around the top of the dome though, you just need to render/finish off to your own liking.
The FVR model like mine only comes with a steel plate door about 2-3 mm thick that just sits in front of the opening and is removeable. The ceramic door you refer to comes with the "TOP" model. It is already built into the archway and fixed in when being assembled. It's a hinged door so cannot be removed. This model is more expensive however.
My basic kit was around the $2200 mark. The calsil was about an extra $100 and render was extra of course.
This video is from the suppliers of my oven in Sydney, and shows them building the TOP model oven:
Installation Instructions for Vesuvio Wood Fire Oven TOP 100 - YouTube

I'm sure you wont regret it if you go with this oven. It's top quality and would recommend them to anyone. Good luck in your build.

[applor]

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Yeah thanks Bruno I think I am set on this oven now.

I also like being able to buy my own calsil insulaton
Will also mod the door and insulate it and add a thermometer I think.

How much blanket is included? Enough for 2 layers of 25mm I presume?

I also found a number of 'catering direct' mobs sell the Vesuvio kit so I've been shopping around

[brung99]

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The kit is supplied with 25mm ceramic fibre blanket. Enough for 2 layers so it will be 50mm thick insulation.