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How to light a charcoal grill: 5 easy-to-follow experts steps

A lit charcoal grill with smoke rising through the iron grills.

Lighting a charcoal barbecue is notoriously difficult, especially for casual users who are just getting used to their new charcoal grill. 

Unlike the best gas grills, most charcoal grills require you to start a fire burning yourself, using a suitable charcoal fuel. It might take you a few attempts – but keep faith, you’ll get your charcoal burning in the end.

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