In this video, Corporate Chef Matt Schuler explains the best options to suit your needs when it comes to chafer fuel. From gel fuel or wick fuel, or fuel that burns up to 6 hours, Choice Chafer fuel has just what you need for every occasion!
Whether you're catering a banquet, wedding, bridal shower, or other special event, we have the best selection of chafers and accessories at the best prices.
My name is Matt Schuler, product expert and corporate chef. Today I am going to show you why Choice brand chafing fuels should be your #1 Choice for chafing fuel. Our buying power and skilled purchasing department allow us to keep our pricing incredibly low without sacrificing quality.
We offer 3 different types of chafing fuels by Choice. 2 hour, 4 hour, or 6 hour(show pic of 3 cans) Of these three products, you will need to choose which fuel source best fits your application: wick fuel or gel fuel.
Choice chafer gel fuel is the hottest and longest burning ethanol fuel on the market! Made from 200 proof gelled ethanol and capable of producing 1630 BTU's per hour, its gelled formula provides a higher heat output than conventional wick fuels and allows for maximum burn time. It is also easy to light, odorless, and burns clean. It delivers high-quality heat that burns hotter, longer, and safer than comparable fuels.
Choice Gel fuel is offered in a 2 hour burn time. While Choice wick fuel is offered in 4 & 6 hour burn times. Although the 2 hr gel fuel offers to the lowest cost per can, the best value in terms of burn time & cost/hour is the 6 hour wick fuel. Because our wick fuel offers a convenient screw on lid, you can reuse the fuel to get the full 6 hours of usage out of it.
If safety, flexibility and cost per hour are what you are looking for, then Choice wick chafer fuel is your brand. Our 6 hour wick fuel costs 18 cents/hour as compared to 24 cents/hour for the 4 hour wick fuel and 26 cents/hour for the two hour gel fuel. Its wick design and diethylene glycol fuel promote safe burning and help to keep the can cool to the touch even during use, while still providing a consistent, long-lasting flame. Even when spilled the liquid does not burn!
These Choice fuels are also eco-friendly! Each can is made from recyclable aluminum, and the ethanol is produced using natural and recycled raw materials, resulting in a high-performance chafer fuel that is organic, biodegradable, 100% recyclable and made in the USA.
Choice chafer gel and wick fuels are both great product, but here is a comparison to make your decision easier. Offered in a 2 hour burn time, Choice Gel fuels burn the hottest, are the least expensive and are the best option for chafers with low-resting water pans. On the other hand, Choice chafer wick fuels are available in both a 4 and 6 hour burn time, burn clean diethylene glycol, feature a resealable lid to get the maximum burn time and are cool to the touch. In addition, you don’t have to worry about spilled liquid because any spilled wick fuel won’t ignite.
Check out our burn time comparison sheet, cost per hour chart, as well as the MSDS sheet, and our chafing fuel buying guide on our product page. (Show screen shot of product page/comparison chart/cost per hour chart). We also have a chafer fuel savings calculator where you can plug in the amount of fuel used per week and see how much savings you will have by switching to 6 hour Choice brand wick fuel. These charts will help you make a better buying decision!
As always, click on the chat button for further questions regarding Choice brand chafing fuels. We hope this video helped you make the right “choice” for your foodservice application!!
Remember to always follow equipment manufacturer’s recommendations for pre-heating, but here are some safety tips to insure you have a safe and efficient chafer set-up…(Voice over portion showing shots of each step quickly)
-Always select fuel to last the length of engagement so it will not be necessary to change fuels
during the event
-Always ensure water is hot and steaming and foods are at a minimum serving temperature of
140°F before putting food pan in place
-Always use proper tool for removing lids.
-Chafing fuels are NOT designed to cook; only maintain proper temperature for serving
-Keep chafing fuels away from flammable table decorations or nearby items (i.e., curtains)
-Always light fuels IN PLACE; use a long reach match or butane lighter; do not use other lighted
cans or rolled up paper
-Avoid touching GEL-TYPE cans as they become superheated overtime as the flame burns into
the can
-Always extinguish chafing fuel at the end of the event, using the proper tool
-Dispose of spent fuel cans properly
As always, click on the chat button for further questions regarding Choice brand chafing fuels. We hope this video helped you make the right “choice” for your foodservice application!!
This traditionally-styled, 8
qt. chafer is made of 18-8
stainless steel to resist
corrosion. Overall dimensions are approximately 26"L x 13 1/2"W x 17"H.
Perfect for sprucing up indoor and outdoor catered events.
Similar to the Vollrath 46880 Royal Crest chafer and the Carlisle 607805 Majestic Rectangular chafer.
Have finger prints or scratches on your
chafers? Try a microfiber polishing cloth
out. You might not even need any
chemicals to take out that scratch and
finger prints are easily removed with a dry
cloth.
Each Kit Includes: (1) 2 1/2" deep food pan (1) Water pan (2) Fuel holders
Do you ever wonder why you are using a certain type of chafing fuel, or which type of chafing fuel you should be using? The right chafing fuel can increase profits and lower accidents caused by improper use. From the diverse types of fuels to the diverse types of applications, this Buying Guide will help you to determine which fuel is best for your specific food service application.
Customer questions about this product
Can I use different sized food pans in this chafer?
For any of our chafers that come with a 2 1/2" deep full sized stainless steel food pan, you may also purchase two 1/2 size or three 1/3 size pans for added serving flexibility. No matter what size food pans you decide to use, make sure you're using only 2 1/2" deep pans, as they allow the proper amount of space for water and steam.
Customer Reviews for 8 Qt. Classic Rectangular Full Chafer
Overall User Rating:
(4.8
stars from 19 reviews)
By Veronica M.
From Where the Heart Is LLC
Posted on 12/02/10
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Honey Tangy Turkey Ham with Pineapples and Cherries.
Smoked Green Beans and Potatoes
By Mona F.
From personal use
Posted on 11/26/11
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We first use our chafer on thanks giving night and they were absolutely beautiful. Our guests kept on complimenting us for the presentation. We will definitely use this website and again and most definitely refer them to our friends. Great product !
By Tina C.
Posted on 11/10/12
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By Samuel C.
Posted on 05/17/13
Needed these for a banquet and got my first order in a couple of days. Excellent delivery times at great shipping rates. Great price and service.
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By Deanna b.
Posted on 01/03/13
These 8 qt Full Chafers are so nice for catering or family get togethers. They are very well made and do the job well. Very Happy with mine.
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By Sheila M.
From Sheila's Homestyle
Posted on 12/13/12
These 8qt. chafers are so nice for any party. I do weddings and they are just beautiful on my tables. I have 4 this size. Great buy.
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By Evelyn H.
From Evelyn's Culinary Services
Posted on 07/27/12
I use these on the buffet tables for weddings and they rught away add a sense of elegance. They are holding up nicely and do not seem to need polishing so far.
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By Angela H.
From Harrison Familey Restaurant
Posted on 07/10/12
The 8 Qt. Classic Rectangular Full Chafer is great for any catering job.We have used ours many times for weddings,annaverserys. Easy to transport. Keeps food warm with the sterno's our customers love it,and we do too.Easy to clean .
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By Marsha A.
From In the Kitchen
Posted on 04/04/12
This Chafer sets a very attractive buffet. It is lightweight for transporting but sturdy for using. Easy to clean. My clients have been very pleased with the presentation of the buffet at their event.
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By Kevin J.
From Family Tyme Catering
Posted on 12/01/11
They were Very Nice I had a Cartering & it just Laid my catering OUT!!!!! I received them in 3-days. I will be ordering From web resturant
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By Kathy S.
Posted on 11/20/11
We are very pleased with the quality of the chafers we ordered. Can't be the price on such an elegant chafer. These chafers will look great for special ocassions.
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By Rondi R.
From California Beachfront Weddings
Posted on 10/19/11
Clients DO Notice Detail! Brides ask "Are those the exact Chafers that will be on my Buffet?" Beautiful Presentation, the graceful appearance of the legs and footing on these trays lend to a soft elegant appearance setting on a buffet table. Pretty scrolled simulated wood handles and the ornimental decor atop the lid just make these a must! They dress up a back yard BBQ, Beach Wedding, and Still look stunning at a banquet room! The food trays are deep,saves your staff from constantly dropping in refill trays. They clean up very well, although these are not non-stick pans nothing seems to stick, The top lid has a beautiful mirrored finish and it's easy to care for...finger prints just wipe away with a soft cloth!
Ashame to say but my other Chafers which we spent more money on, just sit on the back shelves!
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When all 5 chafers are displayed together at a banquet hall they look Amazing...did I say Amazing?!
These serving Chafers dress up outdoor events!
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By Philip P.
Posted on 10/18/11
We chose to order from Webstaurantstore.com because of the good reviews we had seen for your customer service. We could find a comparable chafer elsewhere for a little less but we went with Ths Webstaurant Store because it had such a good rating by so many customers. WE WERE NOT DISAPPOINTED! You truly do have the best customer service team in the industry! We ordered two 8 Qt. "Classic" rectangular full chafers. When they arrived one of the cartons was damaged and the chafer was dented and scratched. Additionally, the hole for the handle on top was off-center. I contacted customer service and was told to submit photo evidence of the damage and misdrilled holes. After submitting these, replacement chafers were sent out the same day. We were informed that there had been a bad batch of chafers and to keep or donate the bad ones to charity.
We are glad we bought from the WEBstaurant Store!
Sincerely,
Philip & Kathy Posey
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By Thomas S.
From Sothern Hospitality Catering
Posted on 08/16/11
Very good purchase I own a small Catering Service and this chafer has enhanced our presentations. We are completely satistifed and would recomend this item to anyone on a budget that wants a quality product.
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By Boma E.
Posted on 07/14/11
Bought this Chafer recently and they are so preety laid out. They make a really good looking buffet setting for the occasions we have used them in. They are great for the price as well.
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By Rosanna T.
From Telesfordsisterscartering
Posted on 02/15/11
I love this chafer I took it to the caribbean and do two weddings and every love it this is really good and also I am planning to buy some more I will recomend it to any one
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By Nick L.
From The Mocha House
Posted on 01/16/11
Nice chafing dish for the price. It is a little time consuming to put together but worth the time. Nice fit and finish and shine.
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By Njeri L.
From Virtuous Designs
Posted on 12/29/10
This is was beautiful. Im going to purchase a few more of the other matching items that go along with this chafer dish. I would recomend this item to everyone.
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By Angie E.
Posted on 12/19/10
Great product! Arrived in a timely manner. Product was very elegant looking, will order the same product again. Very pleased. Thanks Webstaurant. Will post photos after I used this product.
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By Traci A.
From Specialty Catering
Posted on 11/08/10
These lightweight chafing stands are easy to use, put together, clean and you cannot beat this price. I ordered six of them and you should too.
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Chafing stands at wedding reception
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By Kathryn C.
Posted on 11/23/09
I live in Leland, Illinois and received my chafers in excellent condition and the quality is superb. Everyone complimented the excellent look and quality of the products. Webstaurant was accurate in the photo's, quality and delivery of the product. I will definetly use Webstaurant again for all of my restaurant and catering needs. I would recommend to anyone looking for equipment at a great price, with great quality and superb service. Thank you webstaurant! Kathy Hanson, Country Girl Catering.
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