Freestanding ranges - built-in backsplash - a dated look?
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Looking for advice on 30' gas range (free-standing)
Comments (12)Convection is something I use frequently and would recommend. From what I hear, the warming drawers at this price point are not worth the money/space. Regarding the center burner... If I had a choice, I would rather spend the money on 4 good burners (15k BTU+) than 4-5 mediocre burners, but in this price range, they all seem to be a similar setup (probably built by the same 2 companies). I have a hard time envisioning a decent size griddle getting evenly heated with any of these center burners. The Frigidaire has slightly higher burner output on average, but then there's that CNB to deal with....See MoreInduction freestanding range without backsplash?
Comments (4)My understanding is that most freestanding ranges have the controls on the back (where the backsplash is), and all slide-in ranges have the controls on the front since there is no backsplash. At this point, there are only a hand-full of induction ranges out there (free standing or slide-in) so there's not much selection to choose from (as you've probably seen). Between the models, I like the GE Profile induction unit, even though it does have the backsplash with controls....See MoreCOnverting from freestanding range to slide in range
Comments (3)If the reason you're doing this is for enhanced aesthetics, and that's the only reason anyone chooses a slide in over a free standing, then you want to make sure that the decisions you make will actually look right. With laminate counters, unless you replace the counters entirely, it will not look right to have the attached backsplash for the counter and then have it interrupted for tiled section in the middle where the range is (without the laminate backsplash section). It will look like a mistake or afterthought. Considering that you're saying money is too tight to do a backsplash right now, much less a counter top, and that a slide in range costs about double what a free standing range costs, it really doesn't sound as though choosing a slide in would be in your best interests economically. Replace your current range with another free standing one if your range needs replacing due to functionality issues. If you have your heart set on a slide in, then pick up a "new to you" used freestanding one on Craigs List and save your money to be able to do a new range, countertop, and backsplash all at one time. That's the only way to integrate a slide in range successfully into an existing kitchen design....See MoreNo backsplash please - slide-in range or free standing?
Comments (4)Most slide in ranges come with a stainless filler piece for the space between the range and the wall so you wouldn't need to purchase a piece of counter for that area....See MoreBunny
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