I just got my 30" BlueStar installed and I haven't had the chance to really use it yet, other than run through the burnoff process and boil some water for pasta last night. The range comes factory set for LP and we haven't had any issues with that. We'll see what the tech thinks when we get our White Glove service check. That baby sure puts out some serious heat. My DH almost melted a pot handle last night because he had the 22K burner going for all it's worth, LOL. The one thing that bugs my DH is the fact that the oven door gets pretty hot during use and we have a very touchy toddler that we now have to keep away. The one thing that bugged me is the fact that the burner grates fit a bit too snug so it takes some force to remove them. This happened after we installed the island trim kit (grates moved just fine before that). So, that's a fit & finish issue that I may have to learn to live with. Other than that, the range looks great and seems like it'll work great too. Can't wait to get workers out of my house so I can finally start using my new kitchen!

We really wanted the Blue Star unit; we are on propane...my brother-in-law is getting that for his new home, but he is not on propane. We are seriously thinking of induction as a result...have you considered that possibility?

Paso, the internal debate I am having is BlueStar plus single wall oven vs. induction plus double wall oven! My leanings seem to change by the hour. I like that induction will keep my kitchen cooler, and will be safer as my 5 children learn to cook. I also don't want to always have to run the hood to eliminate the CO. And I want ease of cleaning. But.. a range is more romantic, I think my husband would like it better when he occasionally cooks breakfast, and induction may push me to needing another electrical panel in the house, which I think is a $2k expense. I probably need to consult an electrician about installation costs for the two different appliance configurations. Regardless, I'll probably go with my gut, but I want to know what expense I'm in for.

Well, at least it's good to know LP will not affect the decision!

morton5, I had/have the same safety concerns with having our gas rangetop instead of induction...But induction hobs are too limited for using double griddles and large pans (a few at a time) like we do, and like I assume you will be doing, too, when everyone hits the 'eating' stage. :-) People here, like cpovey, were so nice and reassuring about the safety and the fact that kids have been learning to cook safely on gas for years and years all over the world.

The fact that BlueStar ranges are especially made for the type of fuel you have is one of the reasons it was in my top 3 when we were deciding, because we also have LP. It seems to make a big difference in the output of the more powerful burners, where 'converted' ranges lose BTUs.

I think you should trust your instincts. We have already owned a wolf range top, so we had our day in the sun, so to speak. I have always had natural gas and propane is new to us. It sure is so darn expensive. Anyway, that is why we are going with induction and dbl ovens. That Blue Star unit is fantastic and if you love it go for it.

Contrary to what was said earlier they are in fact converted or at least mine was, and it was done by Signature the distributor. Even though I had ordered it LP in the first place. Also ordered black.
Anyway there are no issues with propane and no loss of power at least none that anyone could complain of.

Hmm, these are all good things to think about. To analyze it to the nth degree, I'm going to have to compare operating costs of LP vs. induction. Good point about flexibility of burner config. on BlueStar, Rhome. Also, I do want my kids to learn to cook on fire safely-- don't want to shield them from all of life's risks. Ah, but the ease of cleaning, no CO, and cooler kitchen with induction! This choice is driving me crazy.

I've put up another post on induction and WiFi interference; I guess I'm looking for info that will make the decision for me. Currently leaning to BlueStar, but that may change by morning!

re: Contrary to what was said earlier they are in fact converted or at least mine was, and it was done by Signature the distributor. Even though I had ordered it LP in the first place. Also ordered black.

I uncrated mine myself-it came straight from the factory, and was clearly labeled LP.

And as to CO, an even close to properly working range makes little or no CO. CO2 is made during combustion, but carbon monoxide (CO) is not. CO is only made if combustion takes place with insufficient Oxygen, which is essentially impossible with an open flame burning on a range.

Thanks for clearing that up, cpovey. I was spooked by the warnings about operating grills and campstoves inside, but I guess they were referring to tents.

Sorry, but FWIW, i have had NG and LP in almost every appliance available except pro-style ranges/range tops and cannot tell the difference unless the LP tank gets below about 5%. Below 5%, everything smells gasey and the appliances don't perform well or not at all. Then its call the LP guy time for a refill.

Saw the BlueStar this morning, and the appliance store happened to have the 36" GE induction as well. I'm going with the BlueStar-- in the end, for versatility and capacity for my family, there really was no comparison. I don't even think it will be that hard to clean. Thanks for the many useful comments! Now if only I could decide on a color (or SS)...