Patio Serving Cart  

When the weather is lovely we start to anticipate those glorious outdoor outings with friends and family. A patio serving cart is one investment that can make the next pool party or BBQ much more enjoyable for all and make it an almost hassle-free event. Materials besides metals and woods are now available that will be weather resistant and designed to be moved over almost every surface safely and with ease. Many carts are also designed to be a practical addition to be used indoors as well. 

The first option to consider is for those that plan on using the patio often and enjoy sharing it with others. Summit Appliances is a company that specializes in portable refrigeration units for professional and home use. One of the most popular items they sell is the 'Stainless Steel Outdoor Beer Dispenser' (Model SBC490OS). It includes the accessories to tap most common sized kegs and the beer cooler can be converted to a refrigerator with a thermostat and automatic defrost. It is entirely safe for outdoor use; just make sure there is appropriate space for proper ventilation. It has a twelve inch handle for easy movement that will serve as a hand towel rack. It also features a top rack to help prevent spills. It is 51 inches high, 24 inches wide and has a depth of 25 inches. Summit offers an environmentally friendly cooler with a 5 year warranty on the compressor and 1 year on parts and labor. There is also a duel-tap model. This will make your home one of the most popular party spots. They have four other stainless steel carts with features like ice trays and will provide ample storage space for drinks and ice.

If industrial strength partying is not on your agenda, you may be satisfied with any of the twenty or so various serving carts that Woodard Furniture offers. Whether you want a metal and glass serving cart, in any of several award-winning designs, or a unique, all-weather wicker style, you can find one from the low hundreds to several thousand dollars. For instance, the "Briarwood Metal Patio Serving Cart" is available for around $300 dollars. It is made of wrought iron and available in several finishes. It has two mesh shelves with guards to prevent spillage. The top shelf is adorned with hand-crafted petals and has two large front wheels for easy maneuverability. Two smaller wheels are on the back. This is a strong, sturdy cart that will provide years of service with a 15 year warranty on the frame and finish, (5 years if used in a commercial environment.) 

Then there is the "Lloyd Flanders Grand Traverse Serving Cart" which is made of their exclusive, woven 'SunLoom vinyl'. This unit has an open bottom shelf, an additional shelf on the front and back and a top shelf, all covered in glass for extra wear. It also has large front wheels and two legs with no casters on the rear. There is a three year warranty and it retails for about $1,130, yet can be found for around $800. One of their most expensive serving carts is the "Heritage Motif Serving Cart" which retails for around $2,000. It is made of a high quality, strong aluminum frame with three glass shelves, the top being a bit longer than the others. 

This only includes two companies that make a patio serving cart, there are many more. You may also find a wood serving cart that would fit in nicely in almost any outdoor setting. Enjoy your outdoor time and relax just that little bit more. There will be less need to run back and forth into the house for drinks or snacks. They can be wheeled out now on your cart and enjoyed, always right at hand.