Regulations For Fitting A Gas Hob

Proximity Of Gas Hob To Kitchen Units Explained

Installing a Gas Hob can be a worrying procedure not only for aesthetics but also for the safety of the homeowners and their family. When designing your new kitchen you want it to look exactly as you have imagined it but there are certain criteria that should be met when working out your Gas Hob measurements.

You will want to make the new hob user friendly so think about how far pan handles will reach out beyond the hob and onto the surrounding work surface. Ensure that as someone walks by they won’t knock over a pan and that the pans aren’t in a position where the steam from cooking doesn’t affect the kitchen cupboards and units.

A minimum requirement is 300mm but ideally you should leave around a 500mm by each side of the hob to leave enough space for pans while also giving yourself enough space to work in. 

A good rule of thumb is to always take a common sense approach when deciding where you want to place your gas hob. You should not position a hob in the following positions in your kitchen:

• Up against a wall
• On the end of a worktop
• By a door
• Under a window

Required Cooker Hood Height For Gas & Electric Hobs

When installing a hob you must also take into consideration the height of the cooker hood. With Electric Hobs you should leave a minimum 660mm between hob and hood however, we advise the following for a gas hob:

• Gas Hobs: Requires 760mm and you should also leave a minimum 50mm between the back of the Hob and the wall.

UK law require all gas appliances, including gas hobs, must be installaed by a CORGI registered fitter to ensure it is safe and fitted correctly. Ask the engineer to test all connections for gas leaks prior to use. A gas safety certificate must also be issued upon completion. 

As with any kitchen appliance you must always check and follow the manufacturers installation manual, these include exact dimensions and installation parameters. If no manual is supplied, contact the manufacturer who can send one to you directly. If the hob is fitted incorrectly or against guidelines any manufacturer guarantee will be voided. 

We have a wide selection of quality gas hobs on offer at Appliance House. Check out our full range here. We also offer free delivery on orders over £30 and flexible payment options when you shop with us! 

Should you have any further questions about the regulations of fitting a gas hob then please do contact one of our team. We are always happy to help.