Big Green Egg Table Nest for Medium, Large, XL, and 2XL EGGs

Metal table nest for Big Green Egg kamados. Provides essential airflow beneath the EGG. Creates heat buffer between hot ceramic base and table surface. Prevents scorching on wood tables. Compatible with Acacia Hardwood Tables and custom installations. Available for Medium, Large, XL, 2XL EGGs. Must be used with table or built-in surround. On display at our Wetherill Park showroom.

The Big Green Egg Table Nest is a metal stand that supports your EGG when installed in a table or outdoor kitchen. The Table Nest creates an air gap between the hot ceramic base of the EGG and the table surface beneath it. This air gap allows ventilation and prevents heat transfer from scorching or damaging wood, composite, or other table materials.

The Table Nest is essential for table installations. During high-temperature cooking (400-700°F+), the ceramic base of the EGG becomes extremely hot. Direct contact between the hot ceramic and a combustible surface like wood can scorch the surface or create a fire hazard. The Table Nest elevates the EGG and provides an air cushion that prevents heat damage.

The Table Nest is designed to sit within a cutout in your table or outdoor kitchen countertop. The EGG lowers into the Table Nest, which supports the weight of the kamado and positions it at the correct height relative to the table surface.

The Table Nest is compatible with Big Green Egg Acacia Hardwood Tables (where it is an optional but recommended component) and with custom-built tables or outdoor kitchen installations.

The Table Nest is available in four sizes corresponding to Big Green Egg kamado sizes: Medium, Large, XL, and 2XL. Choose the Table Nest size that matches your EGG size.

Important safety note: The Table Nest must be used in conjunction with a table or built-in surround. It is not designed for use as a free-standing support. Do not place your EGG directly on wood or combustible surfaces without a Table Nest.

As an authorised Big Green Egg dealer, we have Table Nests on display at our Wetherill Park showroom alongside Big Green Egg kamados, tables, and accessories.

What You Get

• 1 x Big Green Egg Table Nest (size-specific to your EGG)
  
• Metal construction with ventilation design

Not included:

• Big Green Egg kamado
  
• Table or countertop (required for use)

Key Features

Metal construction with airflow ventilation The Table Nest is fabricated from metal and designed with an open structure that allows air to circulate beneath the EGG. This airflow ventilation prevents heat from concentrating at the contact point between the ceramic base and the table surface.

Without airflow, heat would conduct directly from the hot ceramic into the table material. Wood would scorch or char, composite materials could warp or melt, and even stone surfaces could crack from thermal stress. The air gap created by the Table Nest dissipates heat through convection rather than allowing direct conduction into the table.

Heat buffer for fire-retardant and combustible surfaces The Table Nest functions as a heat buffer between the EGG and the table surface. The metal construction withstands high temperatures without degrading, and the elevated design keeps the hot ceramic base separated from the table by several inches of air.

This heat buffer is critical for wood tables like the Big Green Egg Acacia Hardwood Table, but it is also beneficial for composite materials, certain stone surfaces, and outdoor kitchen countertops that may not tolerate sustained high heat.

Even fire-retardant surfaces benefit from the Table Nest. While fire-retardant materials resist ignition, they can still scorch, discolor, or degrade from prolonged exposure to high heat. The Table Nest prevents this damage.

Compatible with Acacia Hardwood Table The Table Nest is designed for use with the Big Green Egg Acacia Hardwood Table. The Acacia Table includes a cutout sized to accommodate the Table Nest, and the Table Nest positions the EGG at the correct height relative to the table surface.

The Table Nest is optional for the Acacia Table, but Big Green Egg strongly recommends using it. Without the Table Nest, the hot EGG will scorch the wood surface, which voids the table warranty and creates a potential fire hazard.

Ideal for custom tables and outdoor kitchens The Table Nest is also used in custom table installations and outdoor kitchens. When building a custom table or installing an EGG in an outdoor kitchen, you create a cutout in the countertop sized to the Table Nest dimensions. The Table Nest sits in this cutout, and the EGG lowers into the Table Nest.

This design allows you to integrate your EGG into permanent outdoor cooking stations while protecting the surrounding materials from heat damage.

Custom builders should reference Big Green Egg specifications for Table Nest dimensions and cutout sizing to ensure proper fit and ventilation.

Must be used with table or built-in surround The Table Nest is not a free-standing support. It must be used in conjunction with a table, countertop, or built-in surround that supports the Table Nest itself.

The Table Nest is designed to transfer the EGG's weight to the table structure surrounding the cutout. Using the Table Nest without a proper table or surround would result in the Table Nest collapsing or tipping, which could damage the EGG or cause injury.

Do not place EGG directly on combustible surfaces Never place your Big Green Egg directly on wood, composite decking, or other combustible surfaces without a Table Nest. The hot ceramic base will scorch or char the surface and may create a fire hazard.

Always use a Table Nest when installing an EGG in a table, or use a Big Green Egg Nest (metal stand) for free-standing installations on patios or decks.

Specifications

• Sizes - Medium / Large / XL / 2XL
• Material - Metal
• Function - Airflow ventilation, heat buffer
• Use - Table or built-in installations

Table Nest vs Nest (Free-Standing Base)

Big Green Egg offers two different metal support systems: the Table Nest and the Nest. These serve different purposes and are not interchangeable.

Table Nest (this product):

• For table or built-in installations
  
• Sits within a table cutout
  
• Provides airflow beneath the EGG
  
• Not free-standing (requires table support)
  
• Prevents heat damage to table surfaces

Nest (free-standing base):

• For free-standing installations on patios or decks
  
• Four-legged metal stand
  
• Positions EGG at comfortable working height
  
• Self-supporting (does not require table)
  
• Includes caster wheels for mobility

Choose the Table Nest if you are installing your EGG in the Big Green Egg Acacia Table or a custom table/outdoor kitchen. Choose the Nest if you want a free-standing mobile setup.

Installation in Tables and Outdoor Kitchens

For Acacia Hardwood Table: The Acacia Table includes a pre-sized cutout for the Table Nest. Place the Table Nest in the cutout, then lower the EGG into the Table Nest. The EGG's weight is supported by the Table Nest, which transfers the load to the table structure.

For custom tables:

1. Create a cutout in your table surface sized to the Table Nest dimensions (consult Big Green Egg specifications)
   
2. Ensure the table structure surrounding the cutout can support the combined weight of the Table Nest and EGG
   
3. Place the Table Nest in the cutout
   
4. Lower the EGG into the Table Nest
   
5. Verify the EGG is stable and the Table Nest is properly supported

For outdoor kitchens: Follow the same process as custom tables. Ensure the countertop material and support structure can accommodate the weight and heat. Use fire-retardant or heat-resistant materials for countertops surrounding the EGG.

Safety and Use Guidelines

Required use: Always use a Table Nest when installing an EGG in a table, countertop, or outdoor kitchen. Do not place the EGG directly on any surface without proper ventilation and heat protection.

Combustible surfaces: Never place an EGG directly on wood, composite materials, or other combustible surfaces. Use a Table Nest (for tables) or a Nest (for free-standing installations).

Weight capacity: Ensure your table or countertop structure can support the combined weight of the Table Nest and EGG. Medium EGGs weigh approximately 50kg, Large EGGs 70kg, XL EGGs 100kg, and 2XL EGGs 170kg (approximate weights when loaded with charcoal and accessories).

Ventilation: The Table Nest requires clearance beneath it for airflow. Do not block the air gap with storage items, insulation, or debris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Table Nest required for the Acacia Hardwood Table?

The Table Nest is optional but strongly recommended by Big Green Egg. Using the Acacia Table without a Table Nest will scorch the wood and may void the table warranty.

Can I use the Table Nest as a free-standing support?

No. The Table Nest must be used with a table or built-in surround. It is not designed to function as a free-standing support.

What is the difference between a Table Nest and a Nest?

The Table Nest is for table installations. The Nest is a free-standing four-legged base for patios or decks. They serve different purposes and are not interchangeable.

Which size Table Nest do I need?

Choose the Table Nest size that matches your EGG size: Medium for Medium EGG, Large for Large EGG, XL for XL EGG, 2XL for 2XL EGG.

Can I build a custom table for my EGG?

Yes. When building a custom table, create a cutout sized to the Table Nest dimensions. Place the Table Nest in the cutout, then lower the EGG into the Table Nest. Consult Big Green Egg specifications for proper sizing and clearances.

Will the Table Nest prevent all heat from reaching my table?

The Table Nest significantly reduces heat transfer but does not eliminate it entirely. Use heat-resistant or fire-retardant materials for tables and outdoor kitchens. Follow Big Green Egg installation guidelines for clearances and ventilation.

Is the Table Nest on display at your showroom?

Yes. Big Green Egg Table Nests are on display at our Wetherill Park showroom alongside Big Green Egg kamados and tables. We are open Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm and Saturday 9am to 2pm.