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Gas Range

A gas range is a cooking appliance combining a gas cooktop with an oven below, offering instant heat control and visual flame feedback that many chefs prefer. Gas burners provide immediate temperature adjustment—turn the knob and heat responds instantly, unlike electric elements that take time to heat up or cool down. Professional chefs overwhelmingly prefer gas for its responsive heat control and even heat distribution. Home cooks appreciate the ability to see the flame size, making it intuitive to adjust cooking intensity. Gas ranges work during power outages (though modern units may require electricity for ignition and oven control), and they accommodate any cookware material, including traditional woks with rounded bottoms.

Key Characteristics

  • ✓Gas burners on cooktop
  • ✓Gas or dual-fuel oven below
  • ✓Instant heat adjustment
  • ✓Visual flame feedback
  • ✓Even heat distribution
  • ✓Works with all cookware types

Types & Variations

Standard gas range (30 inches)
Professional-style gas range (high BTU)
Dual-fuel range (gas top, electric oven)
Slide-in gas range (built-in look)
Freestanding gas range (finished sides)

Common Materials

Stainless steelCast iron gratesPorcelain enamelSealed burners

Works Well With These Styles

TraditionalContemporaryProfessionalTransitionalFarmhouseAll styles

Placement & Usage Tips

Requires gas line connection—factor installation costs if switching from electric. Ensure proper ventilation with range hood rated for BTU output. Position with adequate counter landing space on both sides (12-18 inches minimum) for safe pot handling.

💡 Pro Tip

When shopping for gas ranges, compare BTU output across burners. A good configuration includes at least one high-BTU burner (15,000+ BTU) for rapid boiling and searing, plus a low simmer burner (below 5,000 BTU) for delicate sauces—this range flexibility matters more than total burner count.

Related Terms

Induction Cooktop

A cooking surface that uses electromagnetic fields to heat pots directly, offering precise temperature control and energy efficiency.

Range Hood

A ventilation device installed above a stove or cooktop to remove airborne grease, steam, smoke, and odors.

Wall Oven

An oven installed into cabinetry at eye level, providing ergonomic access and separating cooking from baking zones.

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