35,000 BTUs of Gas Speed, Plus Two Independent Charcoal/Wood Zones for True Side-by-Side Cooking
The Sunstone Emerald Series EMCHDZ42 runs different heat profiles at the same time, not just different fuels.
The Sunstone Emerald Series EMCHDZ42 is a 42-inch built-in hybrid grill with two independent charcoal/wood drawers and dual height-adjustable burn trays, so you can sear on one side while smoking low-and-slow on the other. Two gas burners add 35,000 combined BTUs for fast, clean heat, while 928 square inches of total cooking area gives you real room to work. LED front control panel lighting and bright halogen interior lighting keep things visible after dark, all built from 304 stainless steel for long-term outdoor durability.
EMCHDZ42 Features & Benefits
Built for cooks who want two different cooking strategies running at once, not just two fuel options.
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35,000 BTU
Dual Gas Burners, Fast Heat
Two gas burners combine for 35,000 BTUs with single-spark ignition, giving you fast, predictable heat whenever speed matters more than smoke.
Dual Zone
Two Independent Burn Trays
Two separate height-adjustable charcoal/wood trays let you run high-heat searing on one side and low, indirect cooking on the other — at the same time, not in sequence.
928 sq in
Room for a Full Spread
770 square inches of primary grates plus 158 square inches of secondary space means you can cook for a crowd without crowding the grates.
Removable
Center Divider Partition
A removable center divider keeps the two cooking zones separate so flavors don't cross — pull it out when you want one large unified surface instead.
Lockable
Removable, Lockable Drawers
Both charcoal/wood drawers pull out fully for fast ash cleanup and lock closed for safety and better heat retention mid-cook.
LED + Halogen
Built for Night Grilling
LED front control panel lighting effects and bright halogen interior lighting keep both zones visible once the sun goes down.
What's Included in the Box
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In the Box
- EMCHDZ42 grill unit (liquid propane or natural gas, per your fuel selection)
- Two removable, height-adjustable charcoal/wood drawers and burn trays
- Removable center divider partition
- Stow-away dual-level warming rack
- Hose and regulator, pre-configured for your selected fuel type
- Owner's manual
Deep Dive — EMCHDZ42
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Dual-Side Venting and a Stow-Away Warming Rack
Adjustable vents on each drawer face plus independent left and right louvered venting on the back of the hood give you real airflow control over each zone separately, rather than one shared setting for the whole grill. An included stow-away, dual-level warming rack tucks away when you don't need it and folds out for holding sides or larger cuts warm.
Sized to Drop Into a 39 1/2" x 22" x 12 3/4" Cutout
The EMCHDZ42 is built to drop into a 39 1/2-inch by 22-inch by 12 3/4-inch cutout, with an overall footprint of 42 inches wide by roughly 27 1/8 inches deep by 28 inches tall. At 216 lb, plan for a multi-person lift during installation. Measure your island opening against these numbers before you order so the grill seats flush on install day.
Choose Your Fuel Configuration
The EMCHDZ42 is available in liquid propane (EMCHDZ42-LP) or natural gas (EMCHDZ42-NG) configurations, in addition to its charcoal and wood capability — select your fuel type above to match your existing gas line.
Who It's For — The Deck & Den Take
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The Deck & Den Take — The real reason to pick this over a single-zone hybrid is the two independent burn trays: you can genuinely sear on one side and smoke on the other at the same time, instead of choosing one cooking strategy per session. If you don't think you'll use both zones differently most of the time, the single-zone SUNCHZ30 may be the simpler, more affordable choice — but if you regularly cook for groups with different preferences, the dual-zone setup earns its keep.
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Cooks who regularly run two cooking strategies at once — searing and smoking, or fast and slow — and want dedicated zones for each.
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Outdoor kitchens hosting larger, varied groups who need real capacity across 928 square inches.
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Anyone who wants gas convenience as a backup without giving up genuine charcoal or wood flavor as the default.
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Hosts who entertain after dark and want LED and halogen lighting built into both zones.
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Buyers comparing single-zone vs. dual-zone hybrids who've decided the independent zones are worth the larger footprint.
Full Specifications & Dimensions
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Performance
| Main Burners |
2 gas burners, 35,000 BTU combined |
| Ignition |
Single-spark ignition system |
| Primary Cooking Area |
770 sq. in. |
| Secondary Cooking Area |
158 sq. in. |
| Total Cooking Area |
928 sq. in. |
| Cooking Grid Dimensions |
39 1/2" W x 19 1/2" D |
Construction & Lighting
| Body & Drawers |
304 stainless steel exterior; stainless steel cooking grates |
| Hood |
Spring-assisted, easy-lift |
| Ventilation |
Adjustable vents on each drawer face, plus independent left/right louvered hood venting |
| Lighting |
LED front control panel + halogen interior lighting |
| Country of Origin |
United States |
Fuel & Configuration
| Fuel Options |
Charcoal, wood logs/chips, plus liquid propane (EMCHDZ42-LP) or natural gas (EMCHDZ42-NG) — select your fuel type above |
| Configuration |
Built-in, dual-zone |
Dimensions & Weight
| Overall Width |
42 in (106.7 cm) |
| Overall Depth |
27 1/8 in (68.9 cm) |
| Overall Height |
28 in (71.1 cm) |
| Cutout Width |
39 1/2 in (100.3 cm) |
| Cutout Depth |
22 in (55.9 cm) |
| Cutout Height |
12 3/4 in (32.4 cm) |
| Product Weight |
216 lb (98 kg) |
Warranty, Shipping & Returns
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Manufacturer's Warranty — Covered by Sunstone's lifetime warranty (original purchaser) on the stainless steel burners, cooking grids, and housings, with a one-year warranty on other components such as ignitors, knobs, valves, and tubing — honored directly by the manufacturer.
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Free Shipping on orders over $100 to the contiguous 48 states.
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45-Day Returns if the grill isn't the right fit for your island.
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Price Match available — found it cheaper elsewhere? Let us know.
Manuals & Documents
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What's the difference between the LP and NG versions?
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EMCHDZ42-LP runs on liquid propane and EMCHDZ42-NG runs on natural gas. Both share the same dual-zone charcoal/wood system, dimensions, and features — select the fuel type that matches your existing gas line.
Can I really run two different cooking styles at once?
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Yes — each side has its own independent height-adjustable burn tray and drawer, so you can sear on one side and slow-cook or smoke on the other at the same time.
How many BTUs does the gas side produce?
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The two gas burners combine for 35,000 BTUs.
What's the center divider for?
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It's a removable partition that keeps the two cooking zones separate so smoke and flavors don't cross — take it out if you'd rather treat the grill as one large unified surface.
What cutout size do I need for installation?
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The grill requires a 39 1/2 in. wide by 22 in. deep by 12 3/4 in. tall cutout. Confirm your island's opening against these dimensions before ordering.
How do I clean out the ash after a charcoal or wood cook?
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Both charcoal/wood drawers are fully removable, so you can pull each one out and dump the ash rather than scraping it out in place.
What's covered under warranty?
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Sunstone covers the stainless steel burners, cooking grids, and housings for the lifetime of the original purchaser, and other components such as ignitors, knobs, valves, and tubing for one year. Full terms are in the warranty guide above.
How much does the grill weigh?
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216 lb on its own — useful to know when planning crane support or a multi-person lift for your island build.
How is this different from the single-zone SUNCHZ30?
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The SUNCHZ30 has one burn tray and one cooking zone in a 30-inch footprint. The EMCHDZ42 adds a second, fully independent burn tray and drawer in a larger 42-inch grill, letting you run two different heat strategies side by side instead of one at a time.
What if it doesn't fit my island?
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If the unit doesn't fit your cutout or isn't right for your setup, it's covered by Deck & Den's 45-day return policy — just contact us before sending it back.
