I certainly appreciate the input; I may be able to help you with what I've found in my research so far.
True commercial fixtures have different installation requirements... primarily fire protection requirements and clearance to comustibles etc. One thing I didn't realize when I started...
I'll likely do that when I can. I don't think there are any close to me; I'll probably have to go to Indianapolis (1-1/2 hr drive)... and I can't do that any time soon as I'm currently working overseas...
Just to clarify the controls thing, mounted near the front, but on the top surface is ok (out of sight out of mind of the little ones), I just don't want them mounted on the front side, right above the oven door where they can be easily seen and reached by the little ones. I hope that makes...
Janet, thanks for the insightful response, lots of good info for me, and you folks are convincing me to consider a kitchen designer...
The controls thing is an issue because the kids grow up; they're too small to be a problem right now but give it a few years. We have 2 kids under the age of 2...
I realize the list of desires may be a tall order, but the list of must-have's really isn't that difficult is it? I realize that to get some of those features I'm going to have to go middle or high-end, I'm ok with that. I'm more-so looking for any/all advice experiences. IE, "You really don't...
The short answer is that all advice, experiences, recommendations are welcome but for more detail see below:
Sometime in the next couple years we will be undergoing a full kitchen renovation, I'm starting the search for my range/stove now so the kitchen can be designed around it. I'm a bit...