Cooking
Buying guide for Cooking
Cooking appliances shape how your kitchen feels every day, from quick weekday meals to bigger family dinners. Start by deciding whether you want separate built-in appliances or a freestanding cooker. Built-in ovens and hobs give a clean, planned kitchen layout and let you place the oven at a comfortable height. Cookers combine the oven and hob in one appliance, which can be simpler for traditional kitchen spaces.
Fuel type matters too: electric ovens are popular for even cooking, gas hobs give instant visible heat, and induction hobs are fast, responsive and easy to wipe clean when used with compatible pans. Before buying, check the available space, electrical or gas supply, ventilation, installation requirements and how many shelves, cavities or zones you need for the way you cook.
Things to consider
Fuel supply
Check whether the kitchen has the right electric rating or gas connection before choosing fuel type.
Cooking capacity
Think about whether one oven cavity is enough or if a second cavity helps with family meals and entertaining.
Hob style
Induction is fast and easy to clean, ceramic is simple, and gas gives visible flame control.
Measure carefully
Built-in appliances and cookers need accurate width, height, depth and ventilation checks.
Key questions
Should I choose a cooker or separate oven and hob?
A cooker is simple and keeps oven and hob together. Separate built-in appliances give more layout flexibility and can make a fitted kitchen feel neater.
Is induction better than gas?
Induction is fast, efficient and easy to clean, but needs compatible pans. Gas gives instant visible heat and is familiar for many cooks, but needs a suitable gas supply.
Do cooking appliances need professional installation?
Many do. Gas appliances must be fitted safely, and some electric ovens, hobs and cookers need the correct electrical circuit. Check the product requirements before ordering.
What size cooking appliance do I need?
For everyday cooking, a single oven or standard cooker may be enough. Larger families, batch cooks or keen bakers may prefer a double oven, larger cooker or range-style option.
What should I measure before buying?
Measure the appliance gap, cabinet space, depth, ventilation clearances and the delivery route. For built-in appliances, also check housing unit dimensions.
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Cookers
A freestanding oven-and-hob appliance for straightforward kitchen layouts.
Ovens
Built-in cooking for fitted kitchens, with single, double, electric and gas options.
Built-in hobs
Separate hob choices including induction, ceramic and gas for different cooking styles.
Warming Drawers
Keep plates, cups and prepared food warm in a drawer fitted beneath a built-in appliance.
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