Cooking Style

If you’ve decided to upgrade your stove, or are remodeling your kitchen, you may have decided to start shopping for a new range. Besides determining if you want a gas or electric range, the quickest way to narrow down the available options is to identify your preferred style. So, here we will explore the types of ranges available to help you determine which is best suited to your requirements and preferences. Freestanding Freestanding ranges are the most common style used in homes. This is likely because they are the easiest to install and the most affordable. This type of range is designed to be placed flush against the back wall with a flat back and features finished sides. Freestanding units are available in a myriad of sizes and designs, so you are sure to find one that will complement your cabinets and overall kitchen décor. Built-In Built-in ranges have become part of the fastest growing niches in the appliance industry. This is likely to be due to the growing trend for decoratively tiled backsplashes and functional kitchen islands. Built-in ranges have an unfinished back and sides, as they are designed to be installed between two kitchen cabinets. These types of ranges are typically 30 inches in width and feature a slightly wider top to prevent crumbs getting caught between the range and countertop. These appliances are designed to offer a completely built-in look with burner and oven controls located above the oven door on the front of the range for