A good quality cooker should be at the centre of every good kitchen. Hence, the centre of just about every home. It is arguably the most important appliance in your home and is more than likely used multiple times in a day. With this guide, we are going to suggest to you what to search for and what to avoid when investing in a new cooker for your home.

 

 

 

1. Fuel Type

 

The first thing to decide upon is what fuel supply do you wish to use.

 

Electric ovens are certainly more convenient, and gas hobs are definitely eaisier to use.

 

A cooker that combines the two is known as a dual fuel. Whether you can get one of these depends on your current setup and whether you are able to make the necessary adjustments to your kitchen to fit one.

 

2. Style

 

Stand alone range cookers are increasing in popularity although they are usually quite large, requiring more space from your kitchen. These larger models will also have multiple grills and a range of accessories. Another option for the more style conscious among you will want to mroe than likely prefer a space saving slot in design. Some modern electric cookers can easily be fitted into kitchen units with the added benefit of being able to be stacked along with other appliances in an effort to save space.

 

3. Efficiency

 

Like all large electrical appliances refrigerators and boilers, cookers are graded on efficiency with an easy to read A-G rating.

 

Buying a slightly more expensive stove that has a higher energy rating may be cheaper in the long run for you. Most modern cookers have a rating of C or above which will probably offer some energy saving benefits over your existing cooker.

 

4. Other factors

 

Dont forget that the style of your new oven is essential, given that it is the centre piece of your kitchen, make sure that you like the appearance of your new appliance.

 

Cleaning can be a sizable consideration- don’t bother with any models which don’t have a tough wearing enamel inside, which will stop build ups of grime which require hours to clean.

 

5. Where to buy your new cooker?

 

Old range cookers can be obtained from auctions and internet auction sites. Also dont forget that gas cookers are exempt from efficiency ratings so you can buy an older gas cooker without worry. Although, if you do decide to do this, make sure that it is installed by a CORGI registered gas fitter to ensure your own and your neighbours safety..

 

6. Low cost bargains

 

The cheapest deals can often be found in large retail parks who will have last year’s units at knock down prices.

 

It’s possible you’ll even be able to get a refurbished or ex-display model for a fraction of the cost of buying a brand new cooker.