Kitchens – the minimum safe distance between two induction hobs/Stovetops

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I am building a new kitchen in the UK and I want a 5-6 burner induction hob/stove.

However, a 5 or 6 burner induction hob is more than twice a 4 ring one. Given that I am looking at other options.

  1. Install a 2 ring hob next to a 4 ring one
  2. Suggestions?

Installing a 2 ring hob brings up regulation problems – as safe distance between appliances is 200mm.
Has anyone got any experience with navigating UK building regulations to figure this out?

IMO installing a hob next to another hob shouldn't require a 200mm gap.

Thanks

Best Answer

We have now completed the build on this project.

The hobs/stove tops were installed with a 50mm gap by the sparky/ electrician. Building control/ regulations certificate and safety certificates have been issued.

Therefore it is acceptable to all parties to install a hob with a 50mm gap. We used a 900mm wide exhaust fan to cover both hobs.

See a photo: Picture of 2 hobs installed

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