Can you put a gas cooktop under a window?

It is safe to put your range hood in front of a window. Some building codes require that your range hood be placed a few feet away, but this is not common. Grease and grime can build up quickly, so be sure to clean the window consistently.

Who makes gas cooktops with downdraft?

The top-selling product within Gas Cooktops is the KitchenAid 30 in. Gas Downdraft Cooktop in Stainless Steel with 4 Burners.

Can you put a cooktop in front of a window?

Most building codes require a range to be a minimum of 12 inches away from a window for a number of reasons. A fire on the stove can jump to curtains on the windows. Or a breeze from an open window can blow out the flame on a gas burner and allow gas to accumulate possibly unnoticed prior to a potential explosion.

Can you have a stove under a window?

The range hood will need to be placed above the window, possibly blocking some of your view, unless you install a downdraft vent frequently seen in cooking islands. If you have a messy cook in the house, cleaning the grease off of the window panes and crevices will be all the more difficult on a window.

Can you have a cooker under a window?

Where Should You Position an Oven and Hob? Avoid locating hobs near windows, as they are a potential fire risk to window dressings, and bright sunlight can make it difficult to see whether or not burners are lit. Both hobs and ovens should also be kept away from doors to avoid endangering people entering the room.

Do you need a downdraft with a gas cooktop?

The Basics. A downdraft cooktop is a normal gas, electric or induction cooktop with a built-in ventilation system. It uses proximity ventilation to attract fumes and grease during cooking. There’s no need for overhead ventilation or popup downdraft units that are installed behind the cooktop.

How close can a gas cooktop be to a wall?

A freestanding range (gas or electric) requires no space between it and the back wall. There should be at least twelve inches between any style range and the closest sidewall.

Can you have a drawer under a gas cooktop?

A drawer can be installed under a gas or electric cooktop if the appropriate clearances are met. Gas CooktopsAGA requires 7/16” free area below the cooktop height. Make sure the wall coverings, countertop and cabinets around the cooktop can withstand heat (up to 200 degrees F.) generated by the cooktop.