{"product_id":"primo-grills-ceramic-grill-heads-oval-large-charcoal-grill","title":"Primo Grills Large Oval Charcoal Grill - PGCLGH","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePrimo Grills Large Oval Charcoal Grill - PGCLGH\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Primo Oval Large Kamado Grill is a versatile grill with a unique oval shape that allows you to grill, bake, roast, or smoke more food at one time. Proudly made in the USA since 1996, this grill is made of premium grade ceramic that offers superior heat, moisture, and flavor retention. It features the highest sitting lid in the market, perfect for cooking whole chickens and turkeys vertically. The split, reversible cooking grids provide unmatched cooking versatility. Choose Primo and experience the best in kamado style charcoal cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique oval shape for versatile cooking options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProudly made in the USA since 1996\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium grade ceramic for superior heat, moisture, and flavor retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighest sitting lid for cooking whole chickens and turkeys vertically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSplit, reversible cooking grids for unmatched cooking versatility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kig009\" data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"735\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"553\"\u003eDual-zone cooking by design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"556\"\u003eThe oval layout lets you sear on one side while slow-cooking on the other—ideal for mixed meals like steak + vegetables at the same time. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b5jlem\" data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"909\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"774\"\u003eStrong heat range \u0026amp; flexibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"777\"\u003eHandles everything from low-and-slow smoking (~150°F) up to high-heat searing above 800°F. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qzc81n\" data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"953\"\u003eSolid cooking capacity for its class\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"956\"\u003e~300 sq in primary cooking area, expandable with optional racks for larger cooks. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"47l5nz\" data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003eCeramic efficiency advantage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eThick ceramic construction locks in heat and moisture, producing consistent temps and juicy results with less fuel. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pwwct4\" data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eFlexible setup options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003eCan be used as a standalone grill head or paired with carts, tables, or built-in outdoor kitchen setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"344\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"148\"\u003eQ: What is the Primo PGCLGH Large Oval Grill?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"151\"\u003eA: It is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"209\"\u003epremium ceramic kamado-style charcoal grill\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for \u003cstrong data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"266\"\u003egrilling, smoking, roasting, and baking\u003c\/strong\u003e in one unit, built around Primo’s patented oval shape for multi-zone cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"651\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"388\"\u003eQ: What makes the oval design special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"391\"\u003eA: The \u003cstrong data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"474\"\u003eoval cooking chamber creates two distinct heat zones (direct + indirect)\u003c\/strong\u003e at the same time, so you can sear steaks on one side while slow-cooking or roasting on the other—more flexible than round kamado grills. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"889\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eQ: How much cooking space does it have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"699\"\u003eA: It offers about \u003cstrong data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"754\"\u003e300 sq. in. of main cooking area\u003c\/strong\u003e, expandable up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"810\"\u003e~495 sq. in. with accessory racks\u003c\/strong\u003e, enough for multiple proteins at once. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"915\"\u003eQ: What can it cook?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eA: It can handle large meals such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003emultiple racks of ribs, whole chickens, turkeys, steaks, burgers, and slow-smoked brisket\u003c\/strong\u003e, with strong heat retention for long cooks. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003eQ: What temperatures does it reach?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eA: It operates roughly from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003elow-and-slow smoking (~180°F) up to 850°F+ for searing and pizza-style high heat cooking\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eQ: What is it made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eA: It uses \u003cstrong data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003ehigh-density ceramic construction with stainless steel grates and 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performance. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1omivxx\" data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"617\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"516\"\u003eEmpty ash regularly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove ash after each few cooks to keep airflow unrestricted and avoid temperature control issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w0hdm1\" data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"792\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"647\"\u003eMaintain airflow vents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep top and bottom dampers clean and unobstructed for precise temperature control (151°F–850°F+ range). \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xqpl81\" data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"889\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"819\"\u003eAvoid thermal shock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not pour water on hot ceramic—this can cause cracking over 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