Do Gas Grills Use Lava Rocks Anymore

So do gas grills still need lava rock? Nope! You don’t need lava rock in a gas grill that’s equipped with heat plates. In fact, adding lava rock could damage it.

Why do gas grills have lava rocks?

Gas grills with lava rocks store the heat of the flame, even if it no longer burns. Lava rocks do not smoke in such significant quantities as charcoal and usually wood or pellets. That is why a grill that uses lava rocks can provide great “smoky” food not only outdoors but you can also use them in your kitchen.

What's better lava rock or ceramic briquettes?

Ceramic briquettes are longer lasting than heat shields or lava rocks. … Ceramic Briquettes are long lasting in comparison to heat shields or lava rock. They also are the closest replacement to cooking with charcoal to give added flavor without the use of chemicals that are found in the charcoal and lighter fluid.