To get the size of the cutout width, hold the tape measure tightly and measure from the left to the right side of the opening. Then measure from the back to the front of the opening for the cutout depth dimension. (Though your cooktop may be a bit deeper than the cutout.)

What does cut out depth mean for a range?

Overall Dimensions: The physical height, width and depth of the wall oven. Cut-out Dimensions: The space or opening (cut-out) in the cabinet where the oven will fit. Overlap Dimensions: The required space around the cut-out space or opening. This consists of the oven trim overlap plus a small amount of clearance*.

What is the rough opening for a range?





You’ll need to allow enough room to open the door fully and remove or insert items. A good rule of thumb is to allow between 42 inches and 48 inches between your range and a cabinet or island.

How much space should be on each side of a range?

A minimum of 12 inches of landing space on one side of the stove, and another 15 inches on the other side, are the required landing area widths. As this is hardly enough room to set a single pot or pan, this should be considered an absolute bare minimum, with greater widths highly recommended.

Will a 30 inch stove fit in a 30 inch opening?

30 inch stove won’t go through 30inch opening.

What is the cut out size?

When remodeling, cutout width is the width of the empty space in which an appliance will be placed. The dimensions of the empty space are usually precut so that the appliance will fit directly into the space. The appliance itself should be slightly smaller so that it fits.

How is the depth of a range measured?





For the width, you’ll measure from the left edge to the right side, and for the depth, you’ll measure from the front of the unit to the back (including the door handle, if present).

How big of an opening do you leave for a stove?

As far as the range, 30 1/4” is standard for a 30” stove. Any less makes it hard for the installer and the customer if they ever want to slide it out. I feel you should never go less than 30 1/8”. As far as the refrigerator goes, I think it would be better to allow a little more if you can.

Are all 30 inch ranges the same size?

In general, single-oven commercial-style ranges fall between 30–36 inches wide. Double-oven commercial-style ranges can run 48–60 inches wide, and sometimes more. Depths are typically 25–30 inches while heights are usually the standard 36 inches tall.

How much space should be between stove and wall?

There should be two inches of space between the back wall and a drop-in or slide-in (gas or electric) style range. 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.

Should there be a gap between stove and counter?



The higher priced ones tend to have a bigger oven and they stretch them to the full 30. Even if they are 29 7/8, 1/8 inch split between both sides is not enough room to move the range without damaging it or the counter. That means a standard opening should be at least 30 1/4 and your’s is 30 1/2.

How far should a range stick out from counter?

We’ve researched different range models to get the answer for you. Ideally, a properly installed oven should be flush with the cabinets. When the oven door is closed, both door and handle should stick out only between 1” and 2” from the cabinets.

What is the actual width of a 30 inch range?

29-7/8 inches wide



A standard cutout width is usually 30 inches wide to accommodate a 30-inch range that is actually 29-7/8 inches wide.

How much space do you need for a 30 inch stove?

Since the standard width of a stove is thirty inches, you’ll want to make sure your cabinet is at least thirty-one inches. Having a half-inch space between the sides of your appliance and the cabinet’s interior sides allows for enough room for safety and easy removal.

Does the depth of a range include the handle?

Does The Depth Of The Range Include The Handle? The handle is not included in the measurement of the depth. The manufacturer should also provide a number for how big the handle is or an overall depth with handle alongside an overall depth not including the handle.

How do you measure an oven size?

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Quote from Youtube video: The distance from across the top and bottom of the cutout from the left and right edge.

How do you measure for a new built in oven?



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Quote from Youtube video: Step 3 measure the distance across the top and bottom of the oven from the left and right edge of the cabinet cut out this is the width. Don't forget to write it down in the tip sheet to reference.

What is the standard size of a built in oven?

Standard single wall oven sizes are usually 24, 27 or 30 inches wide and 27–29 inches high. Wall oven depths typically range from 22–24 inches in order to fit standard cabinet measurements. This depth range offers capacities from 2–5 cubic feet.

How wide is a slide in range?

Slide in ranges are most commonly 30 inches wide.

Does a slide in range need countertop behind it?

Does a slide-in range need a countertop behind it? Slide-in ranges don’t necessarily need an actual countertop behind them, but you really should have something to fill that gap between it and the stove. Having the counter extend behind it is great if you have something custom built, but we all don’t have that luxury.

Does a slide in range sit on the floor?



Drop in ranges DO NOT sit on the floor. They rest on a toe-kick high pedestal. Slide in ranges are designed to rest on the floor.