Kingsford® Preserve the Pit

Kingsford remains committed to celebrating Black barbecue culture by launching the second year of Preserve the Pit and doubling the investment in aspiring barbecue professionals.

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Kingsford® Signature Flavors

Signature Flavors infuse your grilling experience with rich, full-bodied flavor and aroma that’s been known to cause some serious neighbor envy.

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An American Story

The history of grilling at Kingsford is a classic American story. It all started in 1919 when Edward G. Kingsford helped Henry Ford procure a stretch of timberland to supply wood for his auto plants.

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American Pride

An American-made company founded over 100 years ago, Kingsford has a lot to be proud of. Our employees have been continuing the family tradition in backyards across the nation.

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Need tips for handling charcoal and ash once the grilling is done? Luckily you’re in the right place. First things first — always remember that you should never dispose of or handle old coals until they are completely cold.


Step 1. Cool your coals


To eliminate the possibility of accidental flare ups, always cool down old charcoal and ash. Here are a few common methods for extinguishing and cooling coals.

Suffocate the fire for two full days

Simply close the lid on your grill and shut the vents until the ash has completely cooled for at least 48 hours.

Douse coals with water

By slowly pouring water over the charcoal and stirring, you can cool ash quickly and completely, eliminating the possibility of dormant embers re-igniting. Be careful — adding water to hot coals can create hot steam — make sure you pour slowly to avoid creating hot steam.


Step 2. Dispose of old charcoal and ash


Once your used charcoal and ash is completely cold, you can throw it away. We recommend wrapping completely in aluminum foil before tossing into a non-combustible outdoor trash receptacle.


Step 3: Re-use partially burned coals


If you’d like to re-use partially burned coals to fuel your next grilling session, don’t extinguish them by submerging in water. Instead, carefully spray down your coals with water to prevent further burning. Once completely cooled, partially used coals should be allowed to dry and kept in the grill for later use.

Pro Tip: Don’t compost or fertilize with old briquets

The ingredients contained in both Kingsford® and Kingsford® Match Light® briquets do not aid in the breakdown of organic matter.