We are about to subject our kitchen to a complete make-over, and are now looking to find the best slide in range that will suit the new kitchen lay-out. Because we have limited space, we decided that the slide in range would be the best option, even though we would really like a built-in range, but it can't be incorporated into the new design. Slide in ranges are completely new to me as all my previous kitchens had built-ins. At first I was fairly dubious, but our designer convinced me that it was going to be the best option. Because we have to work around large windows there is not much space to incorporate a wall oven. Installing a slide in range saved sacrificing my precious bench space, and this is a big priority for me. We have been advised that the electric downdraft range is one of the best types of slide in ranges. They work on the principle of drawing the steam, grease and heat downwards through special ducts which are situated in either the cupboards or the floor. The actual vents are on the center of the cooking surface consequently making it unnecessary to install a ventilation hood. The slide in range is going to be installed into a completely new kitchen island, and because we have exceptionally high ceilings the downdraft model will work best. I was doubtful that they would really be able to remove all the steam and grease that they claim to, but evidently they can. According to all the reviews that I've read the people who own these models are very pleased with them. The best slide in ranges are usually around $2,000 which includes the extra downdraft feature. We think the extra money is well worth it, particularly as the warranty is so good. This is usually for around five years and includes the electronic components as well as elements and the flat cook top. There are plenty of other features of course in this particular slide in range, such as the convection oven and wipe-clean cooking surface. The oven sounds fantastic and it is going to take a while getting used to this type of cooking. Fortunately though it comes with an automatic conversion setting which should help prevent accidents. One really interesting feature is that it has a food-drying cycle which I'm really curious to try. After doing some initial research it would appear that the Jenn-Air is regarded as the best slide in range with the electric downdraft feature. It is considered on the expensive side, but has a great reputation. They also offer a dual-fuel model which is even more expensive, but even though gas is great to cook with, the flat cook top is much easier to keep clean. Kitchen remodelling is such a fun time. Being able to choose new appliances, design cupboards and bench tops, and find the best slide in kitchen range has been an interesting and rewarding time. Patience is however my next step, in having to wait for the tradesmen to start their work on this exciting project.
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