"C. B." > wrote in message

> So I was thinking to myself that someone must have invented something
> by now that I can lay over the metal grates and still barbecue. That
> way when I finish the grates are still clean, and I can throw away the
> temporary stuff that I placed the food on.
>
> Is there any such a critter around?

Yes, new grates. Foil on top will create problems.

Crank up the heat, wire brush them and start cooking. Anyone objecting can
run down to the local take-out.