Question re: Electric Ranges

[FergieTCat]

I need to buy a new range and want to do all my homework before I hit the store. With that ...

Other than the position of the controls, is there a difference between slide-in and free-standing ranges? Can a free-standing range be used in lieu of a slide-in? Or would you not be able to use a free-standing range instead of a slide-in because of ventilation issues?

Any advice, as always, is much appreciated ...

 

[mickeyboat]

We have a slide-in in our island. We don't have a vent hood so we had to get a downdraft fan - which we hardly ever use.

 

[FergieTCat]

In further research, I found the answer to my question.

If anyone is curious, it is that free-standing ranges have finished sides, whereas slide-ins are made to be flush with counters, so the sides aren't as finished. Apparently, ventiliation is not an issue.

 

[Patricia721]

We have a slide-in in our island. We don't have a vent hood so we had to get a downdraft fan - which we hardly ever use.

OT but is your range a JennAir? Do you like it? I need to replace a 22 yr old drop-in range & my only option is the JennAir with the downdraft fan.

Thanks for your help!

 

[mickeyboat]

No, it's not a Jenn Air. We purchased a separate downdraft fan that actually rises up from the countertop when we need it. It's a Kenmore.

http://products.howstuffworks.com/kenmore-telescopic-downdraft-hood-59940-review.htm

 

[Patricia721]

No, it's not a Jenn Air. We purchased a separate downdraft fan that actually rises up from the countertop when we need it. It's a Kenmore.

http://products.howstuffworks.com/kenmore-telescopic-downdraft-hood-59940-review.htm

Thanks very much for the link - I'll look into it - it could be the solution!