Freestanding Or Slide In Range

A freestanding range is available in a small selection of standard widths which keeps manufacturing costs lower.

Freestanding or slide in range. Freestanding range freestanding ranges are by far the most popular range style and therefore tend to be more affordable. Freestanding ranges are the most popular purchase because they are more affordable than most slide in styles. It s also possible to find 20 inch and 36 inch widths or even wider for custom versions. Unlike slide in ranges these ranges have finished sides and a backsplash so they can be installed in between cabinets at the edge of the counter or standing alone.

This type gives you the option to install your range in between the cabinets at the end of the cabinet against the wall or freestanding on its own. The freestanding range is the most common type of range. The main difference between freestanding and slide in ranges is installation. The majority are 24 or 30 inches wide.

Because of this slide in ranges have unfinished sides that makes them ill suited for standalone installation. While freestanding ranges usually feature a rear backsplash that typically houses the oven and burner controls slide in models forgo the backsplash in favor of front mounted controls.