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07-07-2020, 10:16 PM | #1 |
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Range vs. wall oven and cooktop
We are planning a kitchen remodel and trying to decide on our oven style. I would really like a double oven, but it takes up a lot of space. Any input welcome!
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07-07-2020, 10:27 PM | #2 |
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Re: Range vs. wall oven and cooktop
How often would you actually use both ovens?
My mom had a standing range that had two sections, that she liked. When she had a double oven she used both at least once a month. In my mind this oftern makes it worth the space loss. My mother inlaw I think only uses both of hers twice in the 8 years she has been that house. There is no way that I think it is worth it but she has a huge kitchen that she hardly used. Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
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07-08-2020, 04:38 AM | #3 |
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Re: Range vs. wall oven and cooktop
I definitely want a double oven and were we doing a remodel, I'd try to get one included. But I use the oven a lot in meal prep, often different dishes where I need to try to finagle to make both types work in one oven.
We currently have a cooktop/wall oven. It was here when we bought the house. Whether I'd do that or the range option in a remodel would depend on a few factors: 1. cost is the biggest ones. At least when I looked, built in ovens are far more expensive than the free standing ones. So I may compromise on the free standing due to budget 2. kitchen layout -- for example, in our kitchen we have an island -- the cooktop is in that. It's a really nice set up -- and the layout of the kitchen really calls for the cooktop. However, other configurations may lend itself better for the free standing.
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07-08-2020, 04:47 AM | #4 |
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Re: Range vs. wall oven and cooktop
I definitely want a large range and double oven when we move. But I bake and cook all the time.
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07-08-2020, 08:33 AM | #5 |
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Re: Range vs. wall oven and cooktop
We are planning on one of those ranges with two smaller ovens. Would that be an option for you?
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07-08-2020, 09:02 AM | #6 | |
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My parents had double wall ovens in their last house with the cooktop right next to it. I loved being able to bake two different things at the same time, but both ovens were small, so if I wanted to bake a double batch of biscuits (for our traditional Biscuits and Gravy breakfast!), I had to use both ovens to get them done in time. They also wouldn't hold the size sheet pans I use at home in my range oven, which means I can bake more cookies at once than my mom could. Having the cooktop right next to the ovens was HOT, though and made me feel a bit claustrophobic. If I had it to create for myself, I'd have at least a couple of induction burners on an island. But I cook a lot.
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07-08-2020, 11:33 AM | #7 | |
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Wall ovens seem to be narrower in my observation. That's another reason I prefer a range. I think if we end up hosting Thanksgivings etc I would buy an electric roaster for the turkey.
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We rented a house that had a range and a wall oven. That was great! Electric roasters don't get the turkey skin crisp, if that's important. A lot of steam builds up. When we re-do our kitchen (which may never happen, by the time we have the money there may be just 2 of us living here and then it won't matter) I am getting a range with a full-size oven plus the small oven. Or, maybe I'll just get a regular range and a large toaster oven. Also, they make some really big toaster ovens, now. And a large air fryers can be used to bake many items. Just some ideas. |
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07-09-2020, 07:03 PM | #10 |
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Re: Range vs. wall oven and cooktop
We've looked into the double oven ranges, it doesn't seem like a good option for me because I have a bad back and the lower oven door opens flat on the floor. I just don't think that would be practical for me. I would use both ovens a lot, I think. I would guess a couple times a month. I complain about not having enough oven space at least that often.
We're doing a complete gut of our kitchen and taking down walls so it will be a completely new layout. One of the cabinet designers suggested a range and a single wall oven. It still takes up a lot of space, but it would be cheaper than a cooktop and double oven.
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07-10-2020, 07:30 PM | #12 |
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Re: Range vs. wall oven and cooktop
We've had two double oven stoves. Is that what they are called? lol
One small one on top that heats to 350 in 3 minutes and 1 bigger one. I used the smaller one 95% of the time. LOVED THEM. Miss it.
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