Don’t throw out that empty keg. Transform it into a barbecue grill.

July 26, 2019

In a recent video, YouTuber The Q demonstrates how to transform an empty keg into a charcoal grill.

Is your grill the laughingstock of the neighborhood? Do friends decline your backyard BBQ invitations after seeing your grill? Does the thought of spending your weekend driving from one big-box store to the next comparing grill prices and useless features give you a headache? Then maybe you should consider building your own grill. It might sound crazy, but many everyday items can be upcycled into unique, functioning grills, even an old keg. In a recent video, YouTuber The Q demonstrates how to transform an empty keg into a charcoal grill.

About the Author

Alexis Gajewski | Senior Content Strategist

Alexis Gajewski has over 15 years of experience in the maintenance, reliability, operations, and manufacturing space. She joined Plant Services in 2008 and works to bring readers the news, insight, and information they need to make the right decisions for their plants. Alexis also authors “The Lighter Side of Manufacturing,” a blog that highlights the fun and innovative advances in the industrial sector. 

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