How much space do I need to leave either side of a range cooker?

Requirements for different range cookers There is usually around a 2.5mm gap each side of the range for the cabinetry. Depending on the model and the cabinet makers, some may require a larger gap (up to 10mm) to protect the cabinetry from heat damage.

What is the best 90cm electric range cooker?

The Best 90cm Range Cookers

1. Rangemaster Professional+ 90cm Dual Fuel Range Cooker.
2. Belling Farmhouse 90DFT Range Cooker.
3. Fisher & Paykel OR90L7DBGFX 90cm Range Cooker.
4. Stoves Richmond S900Ei 90cm Range Cooker with Induction Hob.
5. Bertazzoni Master Series 90cm Dual Fuel Range Cooker.
6. Smeg CG92PX9 90cm Dual Fuel Range Cooker.

How much gap should be between cooker and worktop?

There should be a gap of minimum 20mm between the appliance and the edge of the worktop to allow for expansion, cooling air circulation and extracting/installing the cooker.

How much space is needed behind an oven?

Your slide-in stove needs a little bit of room to breathe. A minimum one-inch gap between the back of the appliance and the rear wall is recommended to accomplish this. This spacing will also allow for there to be enough room for the electrical cord or gas line.

Can you put a cupboard above a cooker?

The cupboards, shelves etc above the hob are not allowed to overhang the hob, so a 600mm hob needs a 600mm minimum opening above it.

Are 90cm ovens good?

“If you have a large family, a freestanding 90cm oven or a 90cm wall oven is worthwhile,” says Fiona. “Even a 75–80cm oven will give you a little extra baking area.”

How do you keep things from falling down the side of a cooker?

Smiths silicone gap covers are perfect, easy to clean and stops food dropping down the sides. We recently had a new kitchen with a range cooker, problem is there is a gap in between the worktop & cooker. Smiths silicone gap covers are perfect, easy to clean and stops food dropping down the sides.

How do you fill the gap between cooker units?

Use a silicone material if there is any height difference between your stovetop and the counter. Silicone is more flexible and will fit the form better. Use stainless steel gap covers to match a metal stove-top seamlessly.

What is the hot zone around a cooker?

The space around your hob is called the Hot Zone and you need to make sure it’s free from switches, cooker hoods and anything flammable like wallpaper. There needs to be a gap of at least 75cm between the hob and the cooker hood or ceiling above.