Does a Range Cooker Add Value to a House?

It is one of the most common questions we hear from customers weighing up a range cooker purchase: will this cooker pay me back when I sell? The honest answer is more interesting than the flat "yes" most retailers give.

Because the question hides two questions. One is about resale value: will a range cooker add pounds to the number a surveyor writes down? The other is about desirability: will it help the house sell, faster and to the right buyer?

What adds hard value: the kitchen, not the cooker

Whether it’s an Aga, Everhot, Bertazzoni Lacanche or Rayburn, a range cooker rarely appears as a discrete line on a valuation. The kitchen it sits in does.

Current UK figures put a well-specified kitchen at roughly 5 to 10 percent of a home's value, around £10,000 to £25,000 on an average property, and £20,000 to £40,000 on a £400,000 home. The uplift is highest where the old kitchen was the main thing putting buyers off.

The number that matters most: homeowners typically recoup 50 to 80 percent of what they spend on a kitchen, not more. You rarely profit on resale alone.

The real return comes from living with a better kitchen for years, and from a quicker sale when the time comes. There is also a ceiling: estate agents tend to advise spending no more than 5 to 8 percent of your home's value on the kitchen. Push past that chasing resale and the extra rarely returns.

So, does a range cooker add value to a property?

So if a range cooker is not a tidy pound figure on the valuation, why buy one before selling? Because desirability sits in a different column, and it moves the sale.

The clearest data point is dated but worth citing honestly. A 2013 SellingUp/Populus survey of more than 2,000 UK adults found 38 percent felt a range cooker made a home more desirable, 49 percent were ambivalent, and 13 percent saw it as a negative. Its net desirability score landed at +25, roughly level with a home gym. Old figures, but the direction has not reversed. For a large share of buyers, a proper range cooker reads as quality.

What has changed since is how cautious buyers have become. In 2026, with affordability stretched, they want homes that feel modern, efficient and move-in-ready. A kitchen that feels complete commands stronger offers. One that looks like a project gets a lower offer, or none at all. A well-chosen range cooker is one of the fastest ways to make a kitchen read as finished rather than builder-standard.

When it helps, and when it doesn't

A range cooker does not suit every home, and forcing one in can cost you.

In a family house, a period property, or any home where the kitchen is the heart of things, it fits the buyer's expectations and lifts the room. Kitchen-diners are the single most-cited feature in 2026 UK buyer feedback, and a generous range anchors that space beautifully.

In a compact flat, or a home pitched at first-time buyers on tight budgets, the same cooker works against you. It eats worktop and floor space, and some buyers read a heat-storage range as a running-cost worry. Energy efficiency keeps climbing buyer priority lists, so that concern is worth answering, not ignoring.

Match the cooker to the likely buyer, not your own wish list. The right range in the wrong house adds nothing.

If resale is in your thinking, choose accordingly. Pick a size that suits the room, not the biggest that fits. Lean towards finishes with broad appeal, since the market has moved from clinical white to warm neutrals, creams and earthy tones that date slowly. And keep the kitchen complete around it, because a beautiful cooker above tired worktops just draws the eye to the worktops.

The bottom line: Choose a range cooker for its value to you, not for house resale!

Does a range cooker add value to a house? Rarely as a fixed figure on the valuation. Often as desirability, helping the right home sell faster and for a stronger offer. Buy one because you will cook on it happily for twenty years, choose it to suit your home and its likely buyer, and the value looks after itself.

If you want a straight answer about what suits your kitchen and your plans, come and talk to the range cooker experts at F & R Fornello. Book a visit to see our Everhot, Bertazzoni and Lacanche showroom in Sussex and we will help you choose one that suits your needs.

Everhot Cooker Hoods: What Are the Options?

You spend months choosing the right Everhot. The colour, the model, the way it anchors the whole kitchen. Then a generic stainless hood goes up above it and the effect quietly collapses. A mismatched extractor is the fastest way to undo a beautiful range cooker aesthetic so it’s important to get right.

The Everhot cooker hood by Westin is built to prevent exactly that. It is designed individually for each Everhot model, hand-built in Britain, and matched to the exact width and colour of the cooker below it. However, there are a few real decisions to make, and getting them right first time saves you money, noise and second-guessing later.

Here is every option, in the order worth thinking about them.

Everhot Cooker Hoods by Westin

Start with your cooker, not the hood

The first decision is half made for you, because Everhot models are named after their width in centimetres. Your cooker tells you the hood width you need.

Everhot models are named after their width in centimetres, so your cooker tells you the hood width you need.

Everhot cooker hood by Westin: size chart

Your Everhot	Hood width	Lights	Filters	Motors
Everhot 60	598 mm	2	1	1
Everhot 90	890 mm	3	3	1
Everhot 100	995 mm	3	3	1
Everhot 110	1090 mm	3	3	1
Everhot 120	1198 mm	3	4	1 or 2
Everhot 150	1490 mm	4	5	1 or 2
Everhot 160	1598 mm	4	4	1 or 2

Dual motor is available on the 120 and 150 models. A telescopic chimney is optional on all hoods.

Each hood is built to the exact dimensions of its matching range, so it sits flush and proportionate above the cooktop rather than floating too narrow or overhanging awkwardly. The depth is a consistent 300mm with a 450mm overall height, giving the large, vaulted fume catchment area that does the real work of pulling steam and smells away from the hob.

Power: single motor or dual

Every Everhot hood gives you three power levels plus an intensive setting, so you can nudge extraction up for a gentle simmer or open it right up when you are searing and the pan is smoking.

The bigger choice sits with two models only. Owners of the Everhot 120 and 150 can specify a dual motor. A second motor increases the power available and, just as importantly, spreads extraction evenly across the full width of a wide cooktop. On a 1500 that spread is the point, because a single motor working across nearly a metre and a half of surface has to pull hard at the edges to keep up. On a large range where you cook heavily, dual motor earns its place. On the 60 through 110, a single motor is the specification and is well matched to the width.

Ducted or recirculating cooker hoods: what’s the difference?

This is one of the most important choices when choosing your cooker hood, and the one that goes wrong most often.

A ducted hood removes cooking air from the kitchen entirely and pushes it outside. It is the more effective option, and Everhot are blunt about it: as a rule of thumb, extraction is always the best choice. For ducting to work well, your Everhot ideally sits against an outside wall. It can go on an internal wall or an island, but that takes far more planning to route the duct outside, so it is a conversation to have with your kitchen designer early rather than late.

A recirculating hood filters the air and returns it to the room. It is the answer when ducting outside is not practical, and here Everhot do something most hoods do not.

Expert Tip: Everhot's recirculation filters are regenerable, not disposable. You wash them in the dishwasher or by hand, then dry them in the oven to burn off the carbonised residue. No three-monthly carbon filter reorders.

That single detail flips the usual recirculation trade-off. Most recirculating hoods lock you into buying replacement carbon filters several times a year. Everhot's regenerate instead, so the cost is one-off rather than ongoing.

Colour and finish

The hood is matched to every colour in the Everhot range, around twenty shades from Black and Graphite through Marine Blue, Aubergine, Pillarbox Red and Sage to Cream and White. The custom paint finish is paired with a brushed stainless-steel edge, the same detailing that gives an Everhot its character.

If your kitchen calls for something off the standard palette, Westin will match almost any shade. Any RAL colour is available, and a bespoke colour match can be produced from a sample.

Chimney, controls and lighting

A telescopic chimney in a matching colour finish is optional on every hood, useful when you want to conceal the ducting run and carry the colour up the wall for a properly built-in look.

Controls are LCD touch, giving quick access to power and lighting without dials or greasy buttons. The lighting is dimmable LED that shifts from cool to warm, adjustable across roughly 3000K to 6000K.

Everhot Hood Duct Installation Tips

Two numbers decide whether your hood performs as designed:

The first is duct diameter. The Everhot by Westin needs a minimum 150mm duct, or two 150mm ducts on the twin-motor models. Narrowing it even slightly has a hugely detrimental effect on both extraction and noise. This is the most common installation mistake, and it is entirely avoidable if you flag it to your fitter up front.

The second is duct run. Standard and twin motors perform well over a straight run of up to 7 metres, or up to 5 metres with three bends (Westin). Longer or more complex than that, and it is worth Westin's advice before the layout is finalised.

Then there is noise. A single-motor hood runs at around 71dB on full power. In an open-plan kitchen where you also dine and socialise, that is worth planning around. You will rarely run it flat out, but factor it into where the cooker sits.

Bespoke Cooker Hoods: when the standard options are not enough

For owners who want something entirely their own, almost every element can be tailored. Dimensions, finish, power levels, controls, lighting, motor configuration and filters can all be adjusted to suit an individual kitchen. Bespoke work is quoted per project through Westin, so you get exactly the hood the room needs rather than the nearest standard fit.

Need Help with your Everhot Cooker Hood Choice? F & R Fornello Are Here

Choosing the right Everhot cooker hood can be a confusing process, so you may want help from the experts.

If you are choosing an Everhot, or already own one and want the hood to finish the job properly, we can walk you through the exact specification for your model and kitchen layout. Contact F & R Fornello or browse our selection of Everhot cookers today and we will match you to the right cooker hood for your requirements.

The Bertazzoni Buyer's Guide: Everything You Need to Know Before You Choose

A Bertazzoni occupies an interesting place in the range cooker market. It carries the visual confidence of a commercial range, the heritage of a company that has been building cooking appliances in Italy since the 19th century, and a price that sits well below the handmade French and British heirloom brands. For a serious home cook who wants professional looks and genuine cooking performance without a five-figure outlay, it is frequently the cooker that wins the comparison.

But Bertazzoni produces a lot of models. The company has released dozens of ranges in a single year, and at first glance they can all look much the same. The series names, the feature tiers, the finishes: it takes some untangling. This guide does that work, covering the three main series, how to choose your size and fuel, and what to sort out before the cooker arrives.

Why Bertazzoni? Understanding the Investment

Before the series breakdown, it helps to understand what you are actually buying.

The heritage is real. Bertazzoni is a family business founded more than 140 years ago in Emilia-Romagna, northern Italy, now run by the fifth and sixth generations of the family. That continuity matters because it shows in the engineering: this is a company that has been refining the same core product for over a century.

Performance is built around the hob. Bertazzoni cookers use precision brass burners, including a dual-ring power burner that delivers anything from a delicate simmer to a full sear. Every gas burner carries a thermocouple safety device that only allows gas to flow when a flame is present. The ovens are equally serious: the main electric oven offers 11 functions covering convection, baking, grilling, pizza and fast preheat, with a useful auxiliary oven providing further modes.

There is also the suite advantage. Bertazzoni makes refrigerators, dishwashers, microwaves and ventilation alongside its ranges, so you can build a coordinated kitchen in a single design language rather than assembling appliances piecemeal.

Choosing Your Series: Master, Professional or Heritage

This is the decision that confuses most buyers, so here is the key insight up front: all three series share the same core cooking platform. They offer the same essential cooking elements and specifications. The differences are largely about design, finish and control style, so the choice comes down to the look you want and your budget.

Master Series: Commercial Confidence

The Master is the bold, commercial-kitchen-inspired option. It features large, round full-metal control knobs that are satisfying to use and clear to read at a glance, with commercial-style handles across the range. It is available in stainless steel, matt black and matt white. If you want the pro-range aesthetic without fuss, the Master delivers it.

Bertazzoni Master Range

Professional Series: Design-Led Versatility

The Professional is the most technically equipped and the most colourful. Its double-oven models feature a digital programmer giving immediate feedback on oven functions, and manage a food probe that enhances cooking accuracy. 

The control knobs are smaller and more refined than the Master's, and the colour palette is wider, extending to statement finishes like Rosso red and Carbonio. Some Professional models offer Air-Tec induction with integrated extraction built into the cooker top, which is a strong option for islands and open-plan kitchens where a hood is undesirable.

Bertazzoni Professional Range

Heritage Series: Traditional Character

The Heritage is the retro-styled choice. Its aesthetic was inspired by the original wood-burning stoves Bertazzoni built in the early 1900s, with striking rounded chrome knobs and an analogue temperature gauge rather than a digital panel.

 It is available in bold stainless steel, textured matt black and an ivory Avorio gloss enamel finish, and can be personalised with Collezione Metalli décor sets in gold, copper and nickel. If your kitchen leans traditional, the Heritage brings warmth that the other two series do not.

Bertazzoni Professional Range

Size and Oven Configuration

Bertazzoni range cookers come in 60cm, 90cm, 100cm, 110cm and larger formats, in single, double or triple oven designs. For most buyers the decision sits between three widths.

The 90cm is the most popular single-cavity size, typically pairing one generous oven with a five or six burner hob. A 90cm dual fuel Master, for example, offers a single 103-litre electric oven with five gas burners including a dual-ring wok burner.

The 100cm steps up to a double-oven layout, giving you a main multifunction oven plus an auxiliary oven, which transforms your ability to cook several dishes at different temperatures at once. The 110cm and triple-oven configurations add a third cavity, usually with a dedicated grill, and suit households that cook at scale or entertain frequently.

Fuel: Dual Fuel or Induction

Two configurations cover most buyers.

Dual fuel pairs a gas hob with electric ovens, and remains the most popular choice. You get the instant, intuitive heat control of gas burners alongside the even, consistent temperatures of an electric oven for baking and roasting. Bertazzoni's brass burners and dual-ring power burner make this configuration a genuine pleasure to cook on.

Induction suits buyers renovating from scratch, moving away from gas, or wanting the easiest possible hob to clean. Bertazzoni induction tops offer five heating zones with a booster feature, pot detection and a residual heat indicator for each zone. The Air-Tec models go further by integrating extraction directly into the hob, removing the need for an overhead hood entirely.

Bertazzoni Induction Model

Which Series and Configuration Is Right for You?

With the building blocks covered, the decision usually resolves quickly:

Choose your series by aesthetic: Master for bold commercial looks, Professional for technology and colour, Heritage for traditional character.

Choose your width by household: 90cm for most, 100cm if you want twin ovens, 110cm and up if you cook at scale. 

Choose your fuel by lifestyle: dual fuel if you want gas hob performance, induction (or Air-Tec) if you prioritise clean lines and easy maintenance.

The single most useful step is to see the series side by side in a range cooker showroom. The cooking platform may be shared, but the knobs, handles, finishes, and overall presence differ enough that most buyers can tell within minutes which one is theirs.

Kitchen Infrastructure: What to Sort Before Delivery

Bertazzoni cookers are more straightforward to install than bespoke ranges, but there are still three things to address early.

Electrical supply. Dual fuel and induction models need a dedicated cooker circuit. Dual fuel typically runs on a 32A supply, while larger induction models draw more and may need up to 45A. Either way, this requires a dedicated radial circuit and a Part P registered electrician. If you are rewiring, run the higher-rated circuit to future-proof the installation.

Gas connection. Dual fuel models need a gas point with a bayonet fitting, connected by a Gas Safe registered engineer. This is a legal requirement.

Extraction. Unless you choose an Air-Tec model with integrated extraction, you will need a hood rated to match the hob output, ideally as wide as the cooker or wider. Bertazzoni offers matching hoods, and many retailers run hood promotions alongside the cooker.

A genuine advantage over made-to-order brands: lead times are short. Many Bertazzoni models are available from stock or on quick order, so you are not planning months ahead.

When a Bertazzoni Might Not Be the Right Choice

A useful buyer’s guide tells you when to look elsewhere. Here are the circumstances where another cooker may serve you better.

If you want a bespoke, handmade heirloom

A Bertazzoni is an excellent off-the-shelf cooker, but it is not built to order. If you want a cooker made by hand to your exact specification, in one of dozens of enamel colours, configured oven by oven and designed to last decades as a genuine heirloom, a Lacanche is the better fit. It costs considerably more and takes months to arrive, but it is a fundamentally different proposition: a one-off built around you rather than a model you select.

If you want an always-on cooker that warms the kitchen

A Bertazzoni is a demand-driven appliance. You turn it on, cook, and turn it off. If what you want is a cooker that holds a constant gentle warmth, keeps the kitchen cosy through the day and is ready the moment you approach it, a heat-storage cooker like an Everhot suits that rhythm far better. It is built for the household that cooks little and often, and that wants the cooker to be a presence in the room rather than a tool reached for at dinnertime.

If your cooking is mostly reheating and simple meals

Bertazzoni's burner power, multifunction ovens and build quality reward a cook who uses them. If your household cooking is primarily quick weeknight meals and the occasional roast, much of that capability will sit idle, and a more modest range cooker may serve you just as well for less.

Fornello stocks Bertazzoni alongside Lacanche and Everhot, which means this comparison does not have to be made on a spec sheet. If you are weighing Bertazzoni against the alternatives, seeing them in the same room, and talking through how you actually cook, is the most useful next step.

Want to See Before You Buy? Visit Our Range Cooker Showroom in Sussex

A Bertazzoni brings Italian engineering, design-led style and serious cooking performance into reach at a price the handmade brands cannot match. The decision comes down to series, size, fuel and finish, and the fastest way to settle it is to see the cookers in person.

At F & R Fornello, we are authorised Bertazzoni dealers, and we work with buyers through every stage of the choice.

View our models online or book a showroom visit to see the Bertazonni side by side with other popular range cooker brands. Bring your kitchen measurements and your questions, and we will help you find the one that fits.

Lacanche Buyer’s Guide: Everything You Need to Know Before You Choose

Considering a Lacanche range cooker? This complete buyer’s guide covers the most popular models, customisation options, fuel types, and what to expect before you buy.

There are range cookers, and then there is a Lacanche. The difference is felt the moment you turn a burner dial: a solid, deliberate click, the hiss of serious gas, and the quiet understanding that this machine was built to cook, not to impress on a showroom floor. That said, it does both.

Lacanche range cookers have been handcrafted in Burgundy, France, since the mid-18th century. Each one is made to order, configured to your exact specification, and built to last decades. For the buyer who has decided to invest seriously in their kitchen, a Lacanche is frequently the conclusion, not the starting point, of that research.

This guide covers the questions that matter most: which model suits your kitchen, how fuel and oven configuration affect your cooking, and what the buying process actually looks like.

Why Lacanche? Understanding the Investment

Before looking at models, it helps to understand what sets a Lacanche apart from other premium range cookers at a similar price point.

The construction is fundamentally different from mass-produced alternatives. Each cooker is handcrafted with solid, reliable materials and a luxurious finish that is designed to retain its quality over the long term. This is not a cooker you replace in ten years.

Performance is professional grade. The burners, precise heat control, and array of cooking functions make it straightforward to achieve restaurant-quality results at home. Lacanche hobs run on solid brass burner caps with automatic flame stabilisers and thermocouple safety valves: the same specification you find in serious commercial kitchens.

Then there is the personalisation. You build your Lacanche from the ground up. Over 30 enamel colours, a variety of trim finishes, and multiple hob layouts mean every cooker is configured to the buyer’s taste and kitchen. This level of specification is unusual at any price.

Choosing Your Model: The Most Popular Options

Lacanche produces a wide range of sizes, from 70cm up to 220cm. Most buyers will land in one of four models. Here is an honest breakdown of the models that most buyers opt for:

Cormatin: The 70cm Entry Point

At 70cm, the Lacanche Cormatin accommodates a large 73-litre oven and cookware storage drawer, with a choice of four hob configurations. It offers serious performance and versatility within a compact footprint.

The Cormatin is the right choice if your kitchen cannot accommodate a wider unit, or if you cook primarily for two and want to avoid the energy overhead of a larger oven. Do not mistake its size for a compromise: the burner output and build quality are identical to the larger models.

Cluny: The 100cm Bestseller

One metre wide is the standard width for a range cooker, and the Lacanche Cluny is one of the best-selling 100cm models on the market. Its symmetrical design features two 55-litre ovens, with dual fuel versatility across gas and electric configurations. The all-electric version pairs a powerful 5-zone induction hob with two electric ovens and grills.

The Cluny’s appeal is straightforward: it delivers everything most serious home cooks need without requiring an outsized kitchen. The dual-oven setup allows simultaneous cooking at different temperatures, which transforms the logistics of cooking for a family or entertaining guests. One consideration worth knowing: convection is not recommended for the Cluny oven due to the fan reducing the already compact oven space, so buyers who rely heavily on fan-assisted baking should factor that in.

Macon: The 100cm Workhorse

The Lacanche Macon is one of the best-selling models in the mid-size range cooker market. At 100cm, it boasts two large 55-litre ovens alongside a third full oven with grill, offering prodigious output when needed but with a fast-heating small oven for everyday use. Hob options include two gas configurations or a 5-zone induction top.

For households that cook seriously and frequently, the Macon steps up where the Cluny reaches its limit. The third oven, with its own grill, makes it a genuine tool for anyone who regularly entertains or batch cooks at scale.

Citeaux: The 150cm Bestseller for Larger Kitchens

At 150cm, the Citeaux offers three ovens: a 69-litre dual function oven and grill on the left, a 73-litre central oven, and an 84-litre simmer oven on the right. The hob top accommodates two additional integrated elements, from a chargrill and plancha to extra burners or a multi-cooker.

The simmer oven is the standout feature. Running at a sustained low temperature, it holds food at serving temperature, warms plates, or maintains a slow braise over several hours without attention. For buyers who cook at scale or entertain regularly, it fundamentally changes how you sequence a meal.

Fuel and Oven Configuration: Getting This Right

This is the most consequential decision in the buying process, and it is worth thinking through carefully rather than defaulting to what you currently have.

Gas hob, electric oven (dual fuel) is the most popular configuration and for good reason. Gas burners offer instant, intuitive heat control, while electric ovens provide more consistent, even temperatures for baking and roasting. For most buyers, this is the practical first choice.

All gas suits buyers who prioritise the moist, convective heat of a gas oven, particularly for roasting meat and baking bread. Gas ovens naturally circulate humid air, which many chefs prefer for certain applications.

Induction is increasingly the choice for buyers renovating kitchens from scratch, particularly those with young children or those moving away from gas. Lacanche’s induction technology offers fast heating and precise temperature control, with traditional control knobs operating the zones and a digital power display on the hob surface. The aesthetic remains consistent with the classic Lacanche look, which matters for buyers drawn to the design.

Lacanche cookers are available for natural gas, LPG, and all-electric configurations, so rural properties on LPG are fully catered for.

Colour, Trim, and Personalisation

Lacanche offers 30 colour options across its range, from Anthracite and Slate Grey to Portuguese Blue, Provencal Yellow, Terracotta, and Cherry Red. Trim finishes, which cover the knobs, handles, and rail, are available in chrome, nickel, brass, brushed stainless steel, and chrome matt, depending on the model.

Dark, moody shades such as Dark Blue, Anthracite, and Green create a luxurious, refined look that pairs well with rich wood finishes, marble worktops, and brass hardware. Neutral tones, particularly Ivory and Mist Grey, offer longevity across changing kitchen trends.

Trim selection has a significant impact on the overall feel. Brass trim against a dark enamel is striking and warm. Brushed stainless against a neutral gives a more contemporary result. It is worth seeing combinations in person before committing: what reads as one thing on a screen often reads differently alongside real cabinetry and worktops.

Optional integrated hob elements are available on certain models: extra burners, a chargrill, an electric plancha, or induction zones can be added to expand the hob’s capabilities beyond the standard configuration.

What to Expect When You Buy

A Lacanche is a considered purchase, and the buying process should reflect that. The essential points to keep in mind:

Lead time. Since each Lacanche is made to order, delivery typically ranges from 8 to 12 weeks, so planning ahead is essential, particularly if you are coordinating with a kitchen installation.

Installation. Gas connection, electrical requirements, and ventilation all need to be addressed before the cooker arrives. Ensure you have the correct extraction rated for the model: wider cookers require higher extraction rates. Your retailer should walk you through this in detail.

Floor load. Larger Lacanche models are substantial pieces of equipment, so if your kitchen has a suspended timber floor, confirm with your builder that it can take the load before installation.

Kitchen measurements. The handles extend several inches from the front of the range, so include them in walkway measurements. This is easy to overlook and matters in kitchens where clearance is tight.

Seeing it in person. There is no substitute for standing in front of a Lacanche before you decide. Photographs convey the design; they do not convey the scale, the weight of the door, or the feel of the controls. A showroom visit also allows you to explore colour and trim combinations alongside real materials.

Build Your Ideal Lacanche Cooker: The Fornello Cooker Configurator

One of the more common frustrations buyers encounter when researching a Lacanche is the sheer number of decisions involved. Model, width, fuel type, oven configuration, hob layout, colour, trim: each choice affects the others, and trying to hold all of it in your head through a web browser makes the process feel more complicated than it needs to be.

The Fornello Lacanche Cooker Builder was built to solve exactly that. It is an interactive configuration tool that lets you work through every major decision in sequence, combining your selections into a single specification you can bring to a conversation with our team.

The process mirrors how Lacanche itself is ordered: you choose your style (Classic or Modern), select your width and model, then move through fuel type, oven configuration, and hob layout. Colour and trim are selected last, where you can see how your finish choices interact with the rest of the specification. Every Lacanche option and price is available within the tool; nothing is hidden or simplified.

Use the configurator to explore, compare combinations, and settle on a shortlist.Try the Lacanche Cooker Builder at Fornello

Need Help Choosing the Right Lacanche? Visit Our Showroom

A Lacanche is not a decision made quickly, and it should not be. These are cookers that can last a lifetime so it’s worth making sure you get the right spec. before committing. The combination of model, size, fuel type, oven configuration, colour, and trim produces a cooker that is uniquely yours, built in France and delivered to your kitchen.

After configuring your cooker using the cooker builder, the best next step is a conversation with someone who knows the range thoroughly. At F & R Fornello, we work with buyers at every stage of the decision, from initial research through to final specification.

Book a showroom visit and see a Lacanche cooker in person – we can talk you through the best option for your needs. Bring your kitchen measurements, any design references you have, and your questions. We will take it from there.

Everhot vs AGA Cookers: Which Is Right For Your Home?

Choosing between an Everhot and an AGA is not just about cooking performance. It is about how you want your kitchen to feel every day.

Both are heat storage range cookers. Both offer that steady, radiant heat that produces beautiful roasts, reliable baking and effortless slow cooking. And both can completely transform a kitchen’s look and feel.

But they are built with slightly different cooking styles and aesthetics, meaning you should think carefully about which matches your space. 

The Core Difference

AGA is the original heat storage range cooker. It has been a fixture in British homes since the 1920s, and its heritage is well documented.

Everhot is a more modern take on the same concept. It was designed as an all-electric range from the start, focusing on flexibility and controllability without losing that classic range cooker character.

Both cook with radiant heat rather than fan-driven air. That means food is surrounded by consistent warmth instead of blasted by circulating hot air. 

Everhot vs AGA: At-a-Glance Comparison

Everhot vs AGA: At-a-glance

Feature	Everhot	AGA (modern electric models)
Cooking style	Heat storage with flexible, independent control	Heat storage feel, control varies by model
Control	Adjust ovens and hotplates independently, plus ECO and timers	Some models are more “always ready”, others are programmable
Kitchen warmth	Yes, and you can reduce it easily with ECO or switching zones off	Yes, typically a stronger “range cooker presence”, model dependent
Running costs	Often more predictable due to zone control and ECO settings	Can be higher if run continuously, improved on newer controllable models
Heritage and styling	Modern classic range look, broad colour choice	Iconic heritage aesthetic with modern colour options
Best for	Households wanting heat storage cooking with modern flexibility	Buyers who want the classic AGA experience and heritage feel
Typical sizes	60cm to 160cm (model number often maps to width in cm)	Commonly 60cm to 160cm, plus wider configurations depending on range
Try before you buy	Recommended, heat storage cooking behaves differently to fan ovens	Essential, model types and control vary quite a bit

Aesthetic, Heritage and That “Kitchen Presence”

Let’s be honest. However practical we try to be, a range cooker is as much about emotion as it is about performance.

Both Everhot and AGA offer an impressive range of colours and finishes. Whether you want something bold and statement-making or calm and understated, you can usually find a shade that works beautifully with your cabinetry and worktops.

But the real difference is not colour. It is character.

Construction plays a part in that feel too. AGA cookers are made from cast iron, including the ovens, hotplates and outer casing. Cast iron holds heat exceptionally well and gives that unmistakable solidity when you open the doors.

Everhot emerged  in the 1970s as a fresh take on the traditional range. It keeps the warmth and charm of a heat storage cooker but introduces a cleaner, slightly more contemporary look. The lines are simpler. The styling feels lighter.

Structurally, Everhot cookers are primarily stainless steel, with cast-iron doors and hotplates. You still get the benefit of heat retention where it matters, but the overall build is engineered around modern electric control.

Both cookers can suit a traditional or modern kitchen, however if you want something steeped in history, AGA naturally appeals. If you like the idea of tradition with a modern twist, Everhot often feels like a better fit.

Cooking Experience: Similar Principles, Different Feel

Both Everhot and AGA use radiant heat inside their ovens. That means food is gently surrounded by consistent warmth rather than blasted by fan-driven air. It is brilliant for slow cooking, roasting and baking. 

Comparing them directly can be tricky because both brands now offer multiple models. In particular, AGA has introduced more controllable electric versions in recent years, including the eR7 range, to improve flexibility and energy management.

That said, the traditional AGA experience still centres around fixed heat settings in the ovens. You choose which oven to use rather than adjusting a dial up and down. The hotplates also operate at set temperatures, which can make precise frying or simmering feel less intuitive at first. On fossil fuel AGAs, you also lose heat from the hotplates while cooking.

Everhot feels more adjustable. You can alter oven temperatures more easily, closer to how a standard electric cooker behaves, but still within a heat storage system. There is also grill functionality in the top oven, which some households really appreciate.

The hotplates have temperature control as well, making frying and simmering tasks simpler for people who want a bit more precision.

Energy Efficiency and Control

This is where the two brands tend to separate most clearly.

Traditional AGA models operate on stored heat and are typically designed to stay on, radiating warmth throughout the kitchen. That constant background heat is part of their charm, but it does mean higher energy use compared to a cooker that can be fully turned down.

Modern electric AGAs have introduced programmable features and energy-saving modes, but they still release more ambient heat into the room than an Everhot when set at similar cooking temperatures.

Everhot, by contrast, was designed around controllability from the outset. Its independent controls and ECO settings can make it easier to reduce consumption and thus running costs when full heat is not required.

Installation and Practical Considerations

The differences are not just about cooking. Installation matters too.

Traditional fossil fuel AGA cookers require a flue and regular servicing. Gas and oil models may need dedicated fuel lines, which can increase installation complexity and cost. Electric AGAs do not require a flue and do not need servicing in the same way, but they may still require more substantial electrical setup depending on the model.

Everhot cookers are designed to run from a standard 13-amp socket in many cases, which makes installation relatively straightforward in modern kitchens. No flue or expensive messy installation is required and no regular servicing is needed.

From a purely practical standpoint, that simplicity can make a significant difference during renovation or new kitchen projects.

Everhot or AGA: Which One Should You Choose?

If you love heritage, tradition and aren’t too concerned about high running costs, AGA is a solid choice.

If you want the aesthetics of a modern range with modern and control built in, Everhot often makes more practical sense.

The best way to decide is to experience them in person. These cookers behave differently from standard appliances, and that difference is hard to appreciate from photographs alone.

At F&R Fornello we stock a selection of range cookers in our showroom in Forest Row, Sussex. Whilst we don’t stock Aga cookers, you can find an impressive selection of Everhot, Bertazzoni or Lacanche range cookers on display. Book an appointment today - we would love to talk you through the different range cooker options available.

Should You Choose an Electric Range Cooker?

For decades, range cookers meant one thing: Gas. Oil. Flame. Heat radiating all day long.

But things have changed. Electric range cookers are no longer the compromise option. In many cases, they are the smarter, more flexible choice.

The real question is not whether electric works. It absolutely does.

The question is whether it works for you.

Let’s look at what really separates electric from traditional fossil fuel ranges, and whether or not you should make the switch to electric. 

The Big Divide: Combustion vs Electricity

Traditional oil and gas ranges rely on combustion. They burn fuel to create heat. That heat is stored or directed into ovens and hotplates, often continuously.

That means:

• Flue requirements

• Fuel supply considerations

• Regular servicing

• More installation complexity

Electric range cookers remove combustion entirely. No flame. No flue. No oil tank.

Take Everhot as an example. It is a fully electric heat storage range that delivers the same gentle radiant cooking style as traditional oil-fired models, but without the servicing, flue installation or fossil fuel supply.

That difference alone is enough to shift many homeowners towards electric. 

Installation: Where Electric Wins Quietly

Solid fuel fired ranges require a flue to be installed in your home. Gas models need a proper gas supply and compliance checks. In some homes, especially older rural properties, this is already in place, but it is unlikely to be present in new builds or modern renovations.

Electric range cookers have the advantage of not needing a flue. Some brands, such as Everhot cookers, can run from a standard 13-amp connection. That simplicity reduces installation costs and long-term hassle.

Other electric ranges from Bertazzoni,Lacanche and Aga may require higher-capacity electrical supply, particularly if induction hobs are involved, but they still avoid the need for fuel lines or combustion ventilation.

From a practical standpoint, electric is usually cleaner and easier.

Energy Efficiency: The Old Myths Do Not Hold Up

There is still a lingering belief that electric range cookers are expensive to run.

That was true once, but modern systems are very different. 

An an example, Everhot electric running costs can be as low as £19.76 in the UK per week, roughly half as much as a traditional solid fuel range cooker.

Traditional solid fuel heat storage cookers are designed to remain on constantly, radiating warmth into the room. That creates atmosphere, especially in winter, but it also increases ongoing energy use. This has become more pronounced as energy costs in the UK have soared in recent years.

Electric heat storage cookers usually allow independent control of ovens and hotplates, plus built-in energy saving modes. You still get the steady radiant heat that makes roasting and baking exceptional, but you are not locked into constant high output.

So electric now offers both steady heat storage and high-performance precision, depending on the model you choose.

If you want a deeper breakdown of heat storage energy use specifically, our guide to Everhot running costs looks at realistic day-to-day expectations of running an electric range cooker.

Cooking Experience: Flame Romance vs Modern Precision

Whilst electric range cookers seem like the sensible choice in terms of running costs, is the cooking experience the same?

The great thing about modern electric range cookers is that they deliver classic radiant heat cooking without fossil fuel combustion.

Food is gently surrounded by warmth rather than blasted by fan-driven air, giving it that signature ‘range cooked’ flavour. Roasts are beautifully even. Bread develops proper crust. Slow cooking becomes effortless.

Maintenance and Long-Term Simplicity

Oil-fired ranges require annual servicing. They need flues. They rely on fuel deliveries.

Gas ranges require safety checks and maintenance. Costly visits from a servicing engineer.

Electric ranges remove that layer entirely. No combustion means no flue cleaning, no fuel storage, no annual service visits.

That long-term simplicity is one of the strongest arguments for electric, particularly with fully electric heat storage models like Everhot.

For busy households, less maintenance is not a small thing.

The Environmental Question

There is also the bigger picture.

Electricity in the UK is increasingly generated from renewable sources. Over time, that strengthens the environmental case for electric appliances.

You may want to go further and power your range cooker using your own renewable energy, such as solar panels – with an electric cooker that’s a reality.

For homeowners thinking about future-proofing and reducing their carbon footprint, electric often aligns more comfortably with where domestic energy is heading.

So, Is Electric the Right Choice?

If you want:

• No flue

• No annual servicing

• Simpler installation

• Lower running costs

• A future-facing solution

Electric is hard to ignore.

If you love flame cooking and already have gas infrastructure in place, traditional fuel may still suit you perfectly well.

But electric range cookers are no longer the alternative option, with modern options giving high-performance along with efficiency.

Whether it is the steady radiant warmth of an Everhot, the precision of a Bertazzoni induction range, or the craftsmanship of a Lacanche electric build, contemporary range cookers deliver a high-quality cooking experience.

To see electric range cookers in action, alongside traditional fossil fuel versions, please book an appointment to visit the F & R Fornello range cooker showroom in Forest Row, Sussex. We would love to help you find your next range cooker!

How to Cook Perfect Roast Potatoes in a Range Cooker

If Christmas dinner had a popularity contest, roast potatoes would quietly win it. Every time. Crispy on the outside, fluffy in the middle, and absolutely essential once the weather turns cold.

If you have a range cooker, you are already set up for success. The steady heat, generous oven space and big roasting trays make all the difference, especially on Christmas Day when the kitchen is doing a lot of heavy lifting.

This is our go-to method at F & R Fornello. It is reliable, forgiving, and delivers the sort of roast potatoes people talk about long after the plates are cleared.

Ingredients (serves 6 generously)

• 1.5 kg Maris Piper or King Edward potatoes

• 4–6 tbsp goose fat (duck fat, rapeseed or vegetable oil also works)

• 1–2 tsp sea salt (Himalayan pink works well)

• Black pepper, to finish

Optional, but very Christmas:

• 2 garlic cloves, lightly crushed

• A small sprig of rosemary

Equipment

• Large saucepan

• Colander

• Large, sturdy roasting tray

• Range cooker with a roasting oven or main oven

Preparation time

15 minutes

Cooking time

60–75 minutes

Step 1: Prepare the potatoes

Peel the potatoes and cut them into large, even chunks. Not too small. Roast potatoes should feel generous, especially at Christmas when everyone wants seconds.

Rinse briefly under cold water to remove excess starch.

Step 2: Parboil for fluffiness

Place the potatoes into a large pan of cold, salted water. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 8–10 minutes until the edges are just starting to soften.

Drain well in a colander and leave them for about 20 – 30 mins so the steam can escape. This matters more than you might think in getting excess moisture out of the potatoes (water is the enemy of crispy potatoes!).

Once they have stopped steaming, give the colander a gentle shake to rough up the edges. Those fluffy bits are what turn crisp and golden later.

Step 3: Heat the fat

While the potatoes are boiling, place a large roasting tray into the roasting oven or main oven of your range cooker.

Add the goose fat and allow it to heat until it shimmers hot. It should be properly hot (smoking or very close to it) when the potatoes go in. You want an immediate sizzle.

Oven temperatures for roast potatoes in a range cooker

Roasting oven (if your range cooker has one)

Use the roasting oven as it is designed to run hot and steady.

• Approx. 220–230°C

• This is perfect for crisping the outside while keeping the centres fluffy

You usually do not need to adjust the dial once it is up to temperature.

Main oven (fan or conventional)

• 220°C conventional

• 200°C fan

Preheat fully before adding the tray. 

Step 4: Roast

Carefully add the potatoes to the hot tray, turning them so they are well coated in the fat. Do not overcrowd the tray. Space equals crispness.

Season generously with sea salt.

Return the tray to the hot oven and roast for 30 minutes without disturbing them.

After 30 minutes, remove the tray and turn the potatoes. They should already be taking on colour.

Return to the oven for a further 30–40 minutes, turning once more if needed, until deeply golden and crisp all over. 

Step 5: Final flavour

Around 10 minutes before the end of cooking, add the garlic cloves and rosemary if using.

Finish with a little black pepper just before serving.

How to keep roast potatoes crisp on Christmas Day

One of the great advantages of a range cooker is flexibility.

Once cooked, you can move the potatoes into a cooler oven or warming oven to hold them for 20–30 minutes. Leave the oven door slightly ajar so steam can escape and the potatoes stay crisp.

This is a lifesaver when gravy, vegetables and turkey are all competing for attention.

Why range cookers excel at roast potatoes

Christmas cooking can feel like a juggling act, but a range cooker makes it calmer. Multiple ovens, steady heat and proper space for large trays mean roast potatoes cook evenly and stay crisp without stress.

It is one of those moments where you really appreciate a range cooker, especially when the table is full and everyone is waiting for piping hot roast potatoes.

If you would like advice on getting the most from your range cooker this Christmas, or you are thinking about upgrading to a Everhot, Bertazzoni or Lacanche range cooker before the festive season rolls around again, visit F & R Fornello’s range cooker showroom in Forest Row, Sussex. We are always happy to talk anything range cooker related including, of course, roast potatoes!

20 Amazing Stats About Range Cookers

For many, the kitchen is the most important room in the house, and the range cooker is its beating heart. Range cookers such as Everhot, AGA, Bertazzoni and Lacanche represent more than just a way to cook dinner; they are a lifestyle choice, a status symbol, and a marvel of engineering.

But how much do you really know about these culinary heavyweights? From Nobel Prize-winning inventors to paint finishes used on Ferraris, the world of range cookers is full of surprises.

Here are 20 amazing statistics about these cookers from range cooker experts F & R Fornello.

Range Cooker Facts & Trivia

The Big Picture: Market & Value

1. The global range cooker market was valued at approximately $5.54 billion (approx. £4.4bn) in 2024.

It is a massive industry that continues to grow as homeowners look for statement pieces for their kitchens.

2. The market is projected to nearly double, reaching an estimated $9.92 billion by 2032.

This represents a steady annual growth rate of over 7.5%, proving that the appetite for premium cooking is rising worldwide.

3. While a standard built-in oven typically lasts 13–15 years, a high-quality range cooker can last 50 years or more.

In a "throwaway" culture, they remain one of the few appliances you might only buy once in a lifetime.

4. According to a property survey, 38% of people believe that having a range cooker makes a home more desirable to potential buyers.

It’s not just a cooker; it’s a magnet for offers on your property.

Engineering & Performance

5. The world's first range cooker, the "Kitchener," was invented in 1830 by William Flavel in Leamington Spa.

Long before other famous brands existed, this cast-iron invention revolutionized cooking. It was so impressive that it was displayed at the Great Exhibition of 1851, where Queen Victoria herself ordered one for Kensington Palace

6. Modern range cookers utilize triple-glazed oven doors to minimize heat loss.

Brands like Bertazzoni use three layers of glass with advanced insulation materials. This not only improves energy efficiency but ensures the outer door remains cool to the touch—a crucial safety feature for families.

7. Devotees claim a heat-storage range cooker replaces the need for a toaster, electric kettle, bread maker, and tumble dryer.

It turns out it’s a multitasker that clears your worktop of clutter, even drying clothes on the rail.

8. Modern range cookers equipped with induction hobs are roughly 74% efficient at transferring energy to heat.

While older gas ranges are about 40% efficient, these modern versions are significantly cheaper to run than their ancestors .

Environment & Lifestyle

9. Statistics show that roughly 60% of owners leave their range cooker on all year round.

Traditionally, range cookers are designed to be always-on, using them as a constant source of ambient heat for the kitchen.

10. Unlike most traditional heat-storage cookers, an Everhot requires no annual servicing. 

Whilst gas and oil range cookers often need costly professional maintenance every 6–12 months to check flues and burners, the Everhot is designed to be maintenance-free for life, saving you hundreds of pounds a year.

11. The La Cornue Château series - the "Ferrari" of range cookers - can cost over $100,000 (£75,000+).

Each one is made to order by hand in France, representing the pinnacle of luxury for those with a big budget.

12. Celebrity range cooker owners include Mary Berry, Paul Hollywood, Jamie Oliver, and even King Charles.

They are a favourite among the rich and famous; it seems you can't be a British national treasure without one.

13. In 2009, a contest discovered a working AGA that had been installed in 1932.

It had been functioning daily for 77 years, a testament to the "buy it once" philosophy.

14. The 90cm width is now the most popular range cooker size in the UK.

While traditional ranges were often huge, the 90cm format has taken over as the industry standard. It is designed to fit the space of two standard 60cm cupboards, making it the easiest upgrade for modern homeowners looking to switch to a range cooker.

15. Range cookers cook with radiant heat, rather than drying convection air like a conventional oven.

Radiant heat helps to ensure food does not get scorched by blowing hot air, preserving vital moisture and nutrients. It is this gentle but intense heat that makes range cookers especially well-suited to the English classic: the Sunday roast.

Brand Spotlights: Bertazzoni, Everhot & Lacanche

16. Bertazzoni applies the finish to their "Professional Series" cookers using the exact same process as the Italian luxury automotive industry.

The paint is applied in 7 layers to ensure it is as durable and vibrant as a Ferrari. This pays homage to their home region of Emilia-Romagna, the land of fast cars and slow food.

17. Bertazzoni has been run by the same family for six generations, spanning over 140 years.

While many appliance brands have been bought out by massive conglomerates, this ensures the original vision of Italian engineering is protected.

18. The Everhot cooker was invented specifically to run off the excess energy generated by a 13th-century water turbine.

The creator, Ossie Goring, wanted a heat storage cooker that utilized the power of Coaley Mill in Gloucestershire, making it a cooker born from renewable energy.

19. Everhot running costs can be as low as £19.76 in the UK per week, roughly half as much as a traditional range cooker.

Thanks to their "ECO" sleep mode (which drops the temperature automatically overnight), a smaller Everhot is widely cited as costing roughly half as much to run as a traditional cast-iron range, consuming approximately 75kWh per week, equating to £19.76 for the Everhot 60, 90i or 100i models when using UK electricity costs as per December 2025.

20. The foundry where Lacanche cookers are made was established in the 15th Century by the Duke of Burgundy.

This site has a history that predates the discovery of America, meaning metal has been worked on that specific site for over 500 years. 

Tempted by a Range Cooker? F & R Fornello Can Help!

Range cookers are not just appliances; they are long-term investments in the warmth and value of your home. In a world of disposable technology, their 50-year lifespans and timeless appeal prove that traditional cooking is here to stay.

Whether you are drawn to the vibrant Italian automotive paint of a Bertazzoni, the deep historical roots of a Lacanche, or the renewable energy origins of an Everhot, F & R Fornello can help. We are a range cooker showroom based in Forest Row, East Sussex – just an hour’s drive from London. Get in touch to arrange a visit!

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How to Cook a Turkey Perfectly in a Range Cooker

Cooking a turkey in a range cooker brings out the best in both the bird and the appliance. Whether you’re using an Everhot, Aga, Lacanche, Bertazzoni or another range, these cookers are built for long, steady roasts that make festive cooking smooth and satisfying.

If it’s your first year in charge of Christmas dinner on a range, or you just want to try something different, here are our top tips on how to cook a turkey perfectly in a range cooker.

Why range cookers are brilliant for roasting turkey

Range cookers use radiant heat rather than blast-fan heat. This means the heat is gentle, steady, and wraps around the meat instead of drying it out. You get a succulent roast because the moisture stays locked inside the bird - it’s like cooking inside a warm cocoon. 

Even after you open the door, the oven holds its temperature and keeps cooking evenly, making it hard to overcook or dry out a turkey. The result? Juicy meat, crispy skin, and happy guests!

Let’s look at the steps to cook the perfect turkey in a range cooker:

Start with a good turkey

Choose a turkey that suits your gathering. We would recommend a fresh, pasture-range bird for the best flavour. A general rule is to allow 1.5 to 2 pounds per person. If you can get your hands on a free-range or organic option, the richer flavour often shines through with simple seasoning.

Preparing the range cooker

Range cookers are known for their large ovens and excellent heat retention. For roasting, you'll want the roasting oven preheated to around 180°C to 190°C. The enclosed, cast-iron design maintains consistent heat - ideal for big cuts like turkey.

Preparing Your Turkey

To get your turkey ready for the range cooker, just follow these straightforward steps:

1. Take out the giblets and any packaging inside the bird.

2. Remove the wishbone from the neck end, then add your stuffing. A classic stuffing could be sausage meat mixed with breadcrumbs, sautéed onion, thyme, and an egg to bind, but you can use any recipe you prefer. Pop an onion and a few fresh herbs into the cavity too.

3. Generously butter the turkey breast and lay bacon rashers over the top. Place the turkey in a large roasting tin.

4. Loosely cover the whole bird with foil to stop it browning too quickly. Take off the foil for the final 30 minutes if you want the skin to crisp up nicely.

How Long to Cook a Turkey for in a Range Cooker?

Here’s a helpful guide on how long to cooker a turkey for in a range cooker at 190°C, which is on the hotter side for faster cooking. 

• 8 – 10 lb (3 – 4.5kg): approximately 2 hours

• 10 – 16 lb (4.5 – 7kg): approximately 2.5 to 3 hours

• 16 – 22 lb (7 – 10kg): approximately 3 to 3.5 hours

These timings work well for fast roasting while keeping the meat juicy.

Finishing and browning

Once the turkey is cooked (you’re looking for 75°C internally), drain off the juices — simply move the bird into a second roasting tray. Put the turkey back in the roasting oven, uncovered, for around 30 minutes. This gives the skin a lovely golden finish while you turn the juices into gravy.

If you need more time to finish the rest of your meal, you can transfer the bird to a cooler oven so it doesn’t get overdone.

Rest and serve

After browning, place the turkey on a serving plate and let it rest for 15 minutes. This helps the juices redistribute evenly, making carving easier and the meat more flavourful. Perfect time to finish your sides or check the roasties.

Enjoy your Turkey in the Range Cooker

A range cooker takes the guesswork out of roasting, especially for large joints like turkey. The even, radiant heat and generous oven space make it ideal for creating a feast that’s full of flavour and moisture. 

Want to get more from your range cooker? Join one of our cooker demos or workshops at F&R Fornello and see your range in action. We feature range cookers such as Everhot, Lacanche and Bertazzoni in our range cooker showroom in Forest Row, East Sussex.

Everhot Buying Guide: Which Everhot & Trim Options are Right for You?

Everhot cookers are a bit special, aren’t they? Beautiful to look at and brilliantly made, combining efficiency and aesthetics like no other range cooker.

But with all those different sizes and setups, it can be tricky to know which one suits your space and lifestyle. So let’s break it down. Whether you’ve got a snug cottage kitchen or a big open‑plan space that’s built for entertaining, there’s an Everhot that’ll feel like it was made just for you. 

Small But Mighty: Everhot 60 & Everhot 90

Everhot 60

The baby of the bunch, but don’t let that fool you. The Everhot 60 range cooker is just 60cm wide and packs in two ovens and two cast‑iron hotplates, all neatly housed in a size that’s perfect for smaller kitchens, annexes, or even as a second cooker in a busy home.

Everhot 90

Need just a bit more flexibility? The Everhot 90 range cooker gives you an extra simmer plate or induction hob, depending on the configuration. It’s ideal for those who want that classic Everhot feel but have a touch more space to play with.

Everhot 60 & 90

Mid‑Range, Maximum Charm: Everhot 100 & 110

Everhot 100 Series

This one’s one of Everhot’s most popular models. At just under a metre wide, the Everhot 100 cooker boasts two ovens and a small warming oven to juggle your roasts, bakes, and weekday dinners, it’s spot on for busy home cooks. 

Everhot 110

Just like the 100 but slightly roomier. If you’ve got a wider kitchen or a growing family, that bit of extra oven space might come in handy. The Everhot 110 still fits neatly into most kitchens without overwhelming the room.

Everhot 100 & 110

Big Kitchens, Big Energy: Everhot 120, 150 & 160

Everhot 120

Now we’re getting into serious range cookers. The Everhot 120 gives you a generous cooking surface, extra space inside, and come with two versatile hob options:

• 120i model comes with hotplate & simmer plate under one lid, 3 zone induction under second lid. 

• 120+ model has a hotplate & simmer plate under each lid

Everhot 150 

The Everhot 150 offers the widest hotplates, multiple ovens, and the option of having induction zones alongside radiant heat. It’s for serious cooks, larger families, or anyone who just loves having space to experiment.

Everhot 160

The latest (and largest) member of the family. The Everhot 160 is a show‑stopper – loads of space and total control. If you’ve got room for it, this cooker doesn’t just cook - it makes a statement.

Everhot 120, 150 & 160

Everhot Plus vs Induction: What’s the Difference?

Most sizes of cooker come with the choice of either ‘Plus’ or ‘Induction’ versions; but what’s the difference between these?

Everhot Plus: For the Traditionalists

If you love the feel of classic cooking, the Everhot Plus models might be just your thing. They pair radiant heat ovens with two cast iron hotplates – no bells and whistles, just that familiar warmth and hands-on control.

It’s a setup that suits anyone who enjoys the experience of traditional range cooking – juggling different dishes, using the gentle heat to keep things ticking over, and making the most of the cooker’s natural rhythm. 

Everhot Induction: Smart Meets Stylish

Prefer a bit more precision? The Everhot Induction models bring a modern twist by adding sleek induction zones to the classic Everhot layout.

Induction gives you fast, responsive heat, plus the bonus of being energy efficient and easy to clean. It’s a great option if you like the timeless Everhot look but want the flexibility and control of contemporary cooking tech.

Everhot Induction Zone

Everhot Trim Options: The Finishing Touches

Everhot cookers are built to be beautiful straight out of the box — but if you want to make your cooker uniquely yours, there are a few add-ons that can make all the difference. Let’s take a look at some of the custom trim options available, and why you might want to include them.

The Infill Strip: A Neater Fit

Because of how Everhot cookers are designed, there’s often a small gap at the back - it’s there to make room for the cable and allow the lid to lift easily. But if you’re after a seamless finish, Everhot offers a bespoke infill strip to bridge that gap.

Available in different widths to match each model, this strip helps the cooker sit flush with your worktops. It’s especially handy if you’re switching from an AGA and want to tidy up any depth differences. The end result is a cleaner look and a better overall fit with your kitchen. 

A Slightly Slimmer Option for Tighter Spaces

Replacing an old AGA but working with fixed features like granite tops? Everhot has you covered. There’s a narrower version of the Everhot 100, coming in at 985mm wide (compared to the usual 995mm). That 10mm can make all the difference when you don’t want to start cutting into worktops or altering your layout.

It’s a clever solution that lets you upgrade your cooker without turning it into a full kitchen refit. 

Everhot by Westin Cooker Hood

If you want your kitchen setup to feel cohesive, the Everhot by Westin extractor hood is a great shout. Made in Yorkshire and available in the full range of Everhot sizes and colours to match your cooker perfectly.

It’s not just about looks, either. These hoods are powerful, well-built, and designed to work beautifully with the gentle heat output of an Everhot.

Everhot by Westin Cooker Hood

The Chrome Pack: A Polished Look

Want to give your Everhot a bit more sparkle? The optional Chrome Pack swaps out a few of the standard brushed or coloured fittings for high-shine chrome finishes. Think door hinge blocks, handrail brackets, and other small touches that make a big visual impact.

Need a Hand Choosing your Ideal Everhot Cooker?

Picking your Everhot isn’t just about size – it’s about how you cook, how your kitchen flows, and what kind of look you’re going for. You might love the simplicity of the 60 or want to go all‑out with a 160. Either way, you’re getting timeless design, solid engineering, and that unmistakable Everhot cooking experience.

Browse our full range of Everhot cookers online or if you’re still not sure, give us a call or pop into the F& R Fornello showroom in Forest Row, East Sussex. We’ll help you find the Everhot cooker that fits your life perfectly.

How to Make your Everhot cooker More Energy-Efficient

Owning an Everhot cooker is already a big step toward a more energy-conscious kitchen. It’s built for efficiency, designed to hold its heat, and far cheaper to run than most traditional range cookers. But you can take things even further. With a few smart habits and a bit of know-how, you can cut running costs and make your Everhot work even harder for you.

Let’s look at some simple ways to make your Everhot as efficient as possible - helping you save money on your energy costs.

Get to Know your Warm-up Cycles

One of the things that makes the Everhot such a clever cooker is how quickly it gets going. Most models take just a few hours to reach full temperature - which means you can plan your cooking around it instead of leaving it running all day.

Each Everhot includes an Oven Delay Timer, allowing you to decide exactly when the hotplates and ovens warm up. The standard setup gives you about a three-hour gap between the hotplates heating in the morning and the ovens reaching temperature later. But you can delay that for up to 12 hours - ideal if you mostly cook in the evenings.

A bit of planning goes a long way here. If you know you’ll be cooking dinner at 7pm, set your ovens to start heating in the late afternoon. That way, they’re ready when you are - no wasted energy sitting idle.

You can also make the most of residual heat once you’ve finished cooking. Try using that leftover warmth for slow-cooked dishes, bread proving, or even warming plates. It’s all energy you’ve already paid for.

Use Independent Controls Wisely

Every Everhot comes with independent controls for each oven and hotplate. It’s one of the features that makes these cookers so versatile.

If you’re just preparing a quick breakfast, you don’t need the entire cooker blazing away. Switch on only the hotplate or oven you need and leave the rest off. Over the course of a week, those small decisions really add up.

This flexibility is also handy if you’re batch cooking. Run the top oven for roasts, keep the bottom oven for gentle baking, or use a single plate for soups and sauces. By tailoring which parts of the cooker are in use, you stay in full control of your energy use. 

Try Smart Grilling

Even when your Everhot’s top oven is turned down low, the independent 2.4kW grill is always ready to go. It heats up quickly and is ideal for finishing dishes, crisping up toppings, or cooking something simple when you don’t want to fire up the whole oven.

Because the Everhot grill operates with the door closed, it’s also handy for boosting your top oven temperature in a hurry - a quick way to get back up to your preferred cooking setting without using extra energy unnecessarily.

Utilise the Induction Hob

Many people choosing an Everhot today go for one of the ‘i’ models with a built-in induction hob. It’s the best of both worlds - gentle radiant heat from the hotplates when you want it, and instant, controllable cooking when you need it.

The induction hob sits neatly under a lid on the top of the cooker, giving you extra cooking capacity without taking up counter space. You can turn the traditional hotplate down or off completely and cook using induction instead - perfect for summer months or quick weekday meals.

Induction cooking is fast, precise, and highly energy-efficient, which makes it an ideal companion to the Everhot’s steady warmth.

Master the ECO Mode

If you want to see real savings, the ECO function is your best friend. This clever feature lowers the cooker's temperature during quieter times, such as overnight or when the kitchen’s already warm.

Activating ECO mode can reduce your Everhot’s energy use by roughly 20%, cutting typical running costs to as little as £15 a week depending on your usage. It’s one of the main reasons Everhot models outperform many other range cookers on efficiency.

You can switch ECO mode on manually whenever you like, or use the Auto (Timed) setting to programme it. That means your Everhot automatically drops to lower temperatures overnight or during the day when you’re out - then warms up again ready for cooking.

Here's a glance at the weekly power consumption across the Everhot range when utilising ECO mode overnight:

Setting your Ideal ECO Temperatures

Every Everhot arrives with default temperature settings - around 220°C for the top oven, 100°C for the bottom oven, and 290°C for the boiling plate. When ECO mode is active, those temperatures drop roughly in half, saving power while still keeping the cooker gently warm.

You can fine-tune all these settings in five-degree increments to suit your routine. For instance, if you like to cook later in the evening, you might schedule ECO mode to activate after 10pm instead of 9pm.

Here’s a handy starting point many owners find works well:

• Boiling Plate: 150°C

• Simmering Plate: 100°C

• Top Oven: 120°C

• Bottom Oven: 50°C

• Additional Oven (on 120i/150i models): 50°C

From there, you can adjust things as you go - every kitchen is different, and part of the fun is learning what suits yours best. 

Make the Most of the Timer and Indicator Lights

Everhot’s digital control box makes managing energy use incredibly simple. The ECO button comes with a clear LED indicator showing which mode you’re in:

• Off – Normal temperatures for full cooking performance.

• On – Permanent ECO mode, keeping things at lower levels.

• Flashing – Auto (Timed) ECO mode, meaning it’s following your schedule.

If you see “ECO” flashing on the display every few seconds, that’s your reminder that your cooker is quietly saving energy in the background.

What’s more, if you know you won’t be using your Everhot on a particular day, the Skip Function lets you temporarily bypass your cooker’s normal schedule.

Instead of warming up as usual, it stays in its ECO settings, quietly conserving energy until you’re ready to use it again. It’s a simple feature, but one that can save even more power if you’re out for the day or away for the weekend.

Small Changes, Big Difference

When you understand how your Everhot works, you quickly realise it’s built to adapt to your life. You can use just the parts you need, heat it only when you’re cooking, and let ECO mode handle the rest. The result is a warm, welcoming kitchen with impressively low running costs.

And if you’re still exploring whether an Everhot is right for you, seeing one in person helps. At F & R Fornello’s showroom in Forest Row, East Sussex, you can see the full range of Everhot models in action, get expert advice, and learn more about features like the ECO mode and delay timer.

Book a visit today to see these cookers in action.

Where to Buy a Range Cooker Near London?

If you’ve been dreaming about upgrading your kitchen with a proper range cooker, you’re in good company. Across London and the South East, more homeowners are trading in standard ovens for something that looks beautiful, cooks brilliantly, and makes the kitchen feel like the heart of the home.

The only question is - where do you start with finding your perfect range cooker?

There are endless models online, but choosing a range cooker isn’t like buying a toaster. You need to see it, touch it, maybe even hear it tick as it warms. The difference between a good cooker and the right one for your home often comes down to how it feels in person.

The Best Range Cooker Brands to Consider

Alongside the classic Aga cooker, the three most popular brands we see London homeowners fall in love with are Everhot, Lacanche, and Bertazzoni.

Everhot

Made in Gloucestershire, Everhot cookers are electric, energy-efficient, and full of character. They’re designed to cook like an Aga, but with far more control and efficiency to help keep your energy costs down.

Everhot is ideal if you want traditional charm without sky-high running costs.

Lacanche

Handmade in Burgundy, France, Lacanche is the chef’s choice. These cookers are built for performance and precision, with options to combine gas, induction, and electric ovens. You can customise your setup, colours, and finishes - even the knobs and trims.

They’re incredibly sturdy, built to last a lifetime, and frankly, they look stunning in both country-style and modern kitchens.

Bertazzoni

For something with a touch of Italian flair, Bertazzoni cookers deliver contemporary design and reliability in equal measure. They heat quickly, come in sleek finishes, and suit busy London households that want style and practicality rolled into one.

Whether you lean towards heritage warmth or clean modern lines, these three brands are great alternatives to an Aga cooker and cover every taste.

Where to buy a range cooker near London

So, where’s the best place to find these cookers and get proper advice? One of the most trusted names just outside the city is F & R Fornello (that’s us!), based in Forest Row, East Sussex.

Unlike high-street chains or online-only retailers, we are dedicated range cooker specialists.

You’ll find dedicated displays from Everhot – including the latest Wi-Fi–enabled models, Lacanche and Bertazzoni.

It’s one of the few places near London where you can see all three brands side by side, in a calm, relaxed space where you’re free to explore.

Why bother visiting a showroom?

Buying a range cooker online might look convenient, but it’s a bit like buying a car without a test drive. Until you’ve stood in front of one, opened the doors, and visualised how it will look in your kitchen, it’s hard to tell what you’re really getting.

In a good showroom, you can:

• See the quality up close - the enamel finish, the control dials, the detailing.

• Get real advice from experts - not generic product descriptions.

• Compare brands side by side, so you can spot what actually suits your home.

• See live demonstrations: F & R Fornello regularly hosts live demonstrations where you can watch the cookers in action, ask questions, and pick up cooking tips.

Range cookers are built to last for decades. When you’re making any long-term investment, a little time exploring in person makes all the difference.

 How to get there from London

Driving from central London takes roughly 1.5 hours, depending on traffic. F & R Fornello is located south of the M25, near East Grinstead, with easy access via the M23 or A22.

There’s free parking on site, and the showroom is open throughout the week for walk-ins, although booking an appointment means we can make your visit a more personal experience.

There are also good train links from London to the nearby town of East Grinstead – which is just a 7-minute taxi ride away from Forest Row.

If you’re coming from south or west London, it’s an easy route out of the city - and you can even stop for lunch in one of the nearby country pubs!

Let us Help you Find your Ideal Range Cooker

Buying a range cooker is a big decision, it’s something that could last in your family for generations - and it’s not one to make from behind a screen. Seeing them up close is the only way to know which one truly suits your kitchen.

So if you’re searching for where to buy a range cooker near London, take the short trip to F & R Fornello in Forest Row, East Sussex. You’ll get expert advice, see the latest models in person, and leave with a much clearer sense of what will work best in your home.

Book a visit to our showroom today and experience your next cooker in person.

What are the Best Alternatives to an Aga cooker?

For decades the Aga has been a kitchen icon. It’s warm, solid, and instantly recognisable. For many families, it has been the heart of the home. But here’s the thing: it’s not right for everyone. The running costs can be high, the fuel options limited, and not everyone wants background heat in July.

So what do you do if you like the idea of an Aga but not the reality? The good news is, there are plenty of alternatives such as Everhot, Lacanche, Bertazzoni and more, and they’re not poor imitations either. Some are even better suited to modern living.

Everhot 160i

Why look beyond the Aga?

It’s worth being honest about why people go looking for Aga alternatives.

• Energy bills: A traditional fossil fuel Aga is always on. That’s lovely in winter, less so when the meter’s whirring.

• Lifestyle: Some households need heat 24/7. Others just want a cooker when they’re actually cooking.

• Style: Cast iron has charm, but not every kitchen wants a heritage look.

• Cost: Even if you opt for a more modern electric Aga, any model wider than 90cm will cost over £10,000 to buy new!

If any of those ring true, then you’re in the right place.

Everhot – warmth without the guilt

Ask anyone who’s swapped their Aga for an Everhot and you’ll probably hear the same words: “It just works for modern life.”

• Runs on electricity: Well-insulated and surprisingly efficient.

• Flexible sizes: A neat 60cm for cottages or a full 160cm for busy family kitchens.

• Smart features: You control the Everhot with Wi-Fi.

• Eco bonus: Pair it with renewable energy and you’ve got a very green cooker.

But it’s not just about efficiency. Everhot is also a great cooking machine. Each model has ovens that bake beautifully, grills that heat quickly, and hobs that are easy to manage. Owners often say they love how predictable it is: no more waiting for a cooker to “settle,” just reliable heat when you need it.

It feels like the natural choice if you love the cosiness of an Aga but want something a little easier to live with day to day.

Everhot 120

Lacanche – the cook’s dream

If constant background heat isn’t a must but serious cooking is, then Lacanche is the range to beat. These French beauties are built in Burgundy, in the same village where they’ve been produced for decades, and they’re often chosen by professional chefs.

• Powerful and precise: Mix gas, induction, electric ovens, even a plancha.

• Switch-on cooking: Unlike an Aga, you fire it up when you need it. That’s a big win for efficiency.

• Custom look: More colours and trims than you’ll know what to do with.

• Built to last: These things are made to be part of your kitchen for decades.

What really sets Lacanche apart is its flexibility during the buying process. You can configure it to your exact cooking style. Love roasting? Add an extra oven. Do a lot of stir-frying? Choose a wide gas hob with powerful burners. The level of personalisation is unmatched.

They’re also stunning to look at. With dozens of enamel finishes and trims, you can go classic cream and brass, or bold burgundy with chrome. It’s a cooker that makes a statement as much as it makes dinner.

Lacanche Vezelay

Bertazzoni – Italian flair

Not every kitchen wants a farmhouse feel. If you prefer something sharper, Bertazzoni could be right up your street.

• Design-first: Sleek lines, bold colours, or cool stainless steel.

• Fast and efficient: Perfect for busy households who don’t have time to wait.

• Plenty of options: Various widths and fuel types mean there’s a model for most kitchens.

Bertazzoni ranges are known for their style, but they’re not all show. They’re highly responsive, easy to use, and versatile. For modern homes, especially open-plan ones where you don’t necessarily want a constant heat source, they tick a lot of boxes.

Bertzzoni Professional Cookers

Rayburn – Aga’s close cousin

It would be wrong not to mention the Rayburn. It’s made by the same company as Aga, but with a twist.

• Some models heat water and central heating as well as cooking.

• Available in different fuels, from oil to electric.

• Keeps that heritage look but adds more flexibility.

Rayburn is a good middle ground. It has the same aesthetic charm at a lower price-point:

How to decide which heat storage cooker is best for you?

So, how do you actually choose which heat storage cooker is best for you? Here are a few real-life questions to ask yourself:

• Do I want a cooker that doubles as heating? If yes, then Aga or Rayburn still hold appeal. If not, look at Everhot, Lacanche, or Bertazzoni.

• What’s my cooking style? Serious foodies might lean towards Lacanche. If you just want everyday ease, Everhot or Bertazzoni may suit better.

• What about summer? Constant background heat is a joy in winter, but can feel oppressive in July. If that bothers you, pick a switch-on model.

• What’s my budget? Aga alternatives vary widely in price. Everhot cookers in particular are excellent value for money if price is a big factor for you.

Here’s a quick overview of the key differences between the Aga cooker and the alternative range cooker options:

Cooker	Fuel Type	Price Range	Key Features	Best For
Aga	Oil, gas, electric	£10,000+	Always-on heat, cast iron, iconic design	Homes wanting constant warmth and heritage style
Everhot	Electric only	£7,000–£15,000+	Wi-Fi controlled, well-insulated, 60–160cm sizes	Range lovers who want lower running costs and flexibility
Lacanche	Gas, induction, electric (configurable)	£8,000–£20,000+	Fully customisable, professional-grade, made in Burgundy	Serious cooks who want precision and a bespoke setup
Bertazzoni	Gas, electric, induction	£3,000–£8,000	Sleek design, fast heat-up, multiple widths	Modern kitchens prioritising style and on-demand cooking
Rayburn	Oil, gas, electric	£5,000–£12,000	Heats water and central heating, heritage aesthetic	Homes wanting an Aga-style cooker that also runs heating

Want to Replace your Aga? There’s Plenty of Options

The Aga will always be a classic, but it’s not the only option anymore. Everhot gives you warmth without the running costs. Lacanche is the cook’s choice, with power and customisation to spare. Bertazzoni blends style with practicality. Rayburn keeps it traditional but adds extra uses.

Want to know which one really fits your home? The easiest way is to see them side by side. At Fornello’s showroom in Forest Row, East Sussex, you can do exactly that. Touch the handles and get a proper sense of how each cooker works, we even offer range cooker demonstrations if you want to see the cookers in action. Get in touch with us today to see how we can help you find your Aga alternative.

Everhot Controllability

We are now halfway thought the summer period and most of us are enjoying the warmer weather, but as an Everhot owner you might be looking at ways to reduce the heat output of the cooker and in the process your running cost. And for those considering an Everhot but would like to upstanding is functionality, we though we would jot down a few point to help existing/potential owners understand how the Everhots functionality can be used in hotter weather.

During the warm period our cooking style changes, more BBQ and salads, and this means you might not need all the Everhots cooking abilities. The Everhot has been cleverly designed to give you as much flexibility you possible need.

Inderpently Controlled

Each part of the Everhot is independently controlled, so in the warmer weather you can turn off the ovens and hotplates you don’t need, leaving on the only required cooking zones. Simply turn off the sections of the cooker you won’t be using, don’t forget you can easily turn them back on in advance if you decide you will doing more cooking, see heat up section before for more details.

Everhot Controls with new WIFI setting

ECO PROGRAM SYSTEM

Using the Eco system you can program the on parts of the cooker to drop down to their ECO setting (normally half your cooking setting) at night and then have them come back up to temperature the following morning. You can even delay the ECO program to turn off later in the day, as you might be only later. You can even go a far as having the hotplate coming up to cooking temperatures in the morning but delay the ovens unto 12 hours, e.g. hotplate ready for breakfast and coffee in the morning but you don’t need to start cooking in the ovens untillater in the day. There are very helpful videos on how to change you ECO program setting to suit your needs, you can change these though out the year as the weather change, e.g. in the colder periods most owners like the cooker on throughout the day giving a nice background heat and ready to use. See the videos below for more understanding of the Everhot ECO system. With the New Everhot models you can even change your ECO settings via your phone.

Skip Function

If you know in advance you will not be needing the cooker for that day, you can skip the cooker coming out of it ECO program settings. The video below guides you through the Everhot Skip mode.

Induction Hob

If you are considering an Everhot, a lot of our customer choice a Everhot ‘i’ model with Induction Hob, this means if you have ability to turn the hotplate off or down to a very low temperature, and use the independent Induction Hob instead, which is instant cooking. Induction cooking offer benefits such as speed, precision, and energy efficiency. The induction hob is typically located under a lid on the cooker, providing additional cooking capacity and versatility. 

Everhot Induction Hob on Everhot 120i in Mushroom

Grill

Don’t forget, even if your Everhot top oven is turndown low you can always use the independently controlled 2.4kW Grill at the top of the oven, perfect if you need to grill something quickly. You grill with the door closed in the Everhot, so you can even use the Grill to boost the top oven temperature quickly up to your required cooking settings.

Heat Up Times

Even though at the heat of it the Everhot design to be on ready for you to use, unlike traditional Heat Storage cookers with their long heat up times of 8 plus hours, the Everhot ovens only take roughly 1.5 - 2 hours to heat up from cold, hotplates 30- 40 minutes, both even less from ECO settings. This means if you have the cooker on very low/off you can have the Everhot up to temperature a lot quicker, that the beauty of the new generation of Heat Storage Range Cookers.

Everhot 100i in Dve Grey

At our Everhot showroom in East Sussex, our live Everhot 120i model is currently ticking along on ECO, allow customer to see the Everhot on and in action but keeping our running cost down. If you would like to learn more about the Everhot and its functionality, why not pop along to our showroom, we are located 20 minutes outside of Tunbridge Wells, and 10 minutes from East Grinstead, both with great rail links to London.

We also host regard Everhot Owner Demonstration for those wanting to learn how to get the most of their Everhot Cooker, or for those interested in purchasing an Everhot, are Everhot Sales Event/Demonstration gwill give you a great insight in to the Everhot Range cookers capabilities, visit our Event page for more information.

Bertazzoni Range Cooker Showroom New Arrival

At Fornello we are very existed as our new display Bertazzoni Master 60cm Range Cooker has arrived. One of our goals at Fornello is offer customer as many brilliant options and showcase as many range cookers as possible, and our new addition to our showroom in East Sussex is a perfect option to show more of the Bertazzoni Range.

Our new display Bertazzoni Master 60cm Dual Fuel Range Cooker in Nero is convenient in size and gives great versatility to your kitchen design, ideal where a new range cooker is needed to fit into existing cabinetry.

The electric oven has eleven cooking functions, including pizza function and fast-preheat.

The hob has four gas burners including a dual-ring power burner giving anything from a delicate low simmer to full power.

Practical elegance, integrated vision and beautiful efficiency. With all the qualities you expect from Bertazzoni, the Master Series blends the best of a commercial kitchen-inspired style, engineered with advanced technology with fine Italian design. It offers a wide choice of range cookers, together with comprehensive suite of machines matched by design to complete your kitchen.

Intuitive controls

Designed to recall the style of commercial kitchens, the traditional, large round metal knobs are satisfying to the touch and intuitive to use – They are designed to make it clear whether they are on or off at a glance.

Ergonomically-designed handle

The Master Series handle has been designed to help you create a bold, coordinated look across every appliance in the kitchen. The ergonomic shape of the bar section radius sits comfortably in the hand, ideally supporting the opening and closing motion of doors.

Coordinated Design

As well as being supremely practical, the Bertazzoni Master Series is also exceptionally good-looking. It has a style that’s all its own, with a sophisticated color palette that transforms your kitchen into a work of art. Large, round knobs and commercial style handles define all the appliances, which are engineered for performance and beautifully styled. The pieces of the suite integrate seamlessly with each other and with your kitchen.

Why not visit our range cooker showroom and see the Bertazzoni range for yourself. We also have on display the Bertazzoni Professional 90cm Air-tec in Stainless Steel.

Book an appointment to day and find your dream Bertazzoni Range Cooker.

Everhot New Wi-fi Enabled Control System

We are pleased to announce Everhot has introduction a new control system with built in Wi-Fi control, it’s never been easier to adjust your Everhot range cooker settings through the new app.

Innovative features that are unique to Everhot allow the cookers to integrate with smart tariffs, with dedicated solar scheduling and grid aware technology an Everhot truly is a heat storage range for the 21st century. Whilst the integrated controller allows for effortless adjustment of the cooker settings at the touch of a button, the capability to adjust the cookers temperatures and settings through the app gives greater flexibility and control.  Everhot cookers already have class leading efficiency, the new features add even more efficiency and integration with renewable energy sources.

New Everhot Range Cooker Controls

Key features include:

Follow The Sun

Using our ‘Follow The Sun’ setting you can automatically adjust the cookers Eco setting to coincide with sunrise and sunset for maximum use of solar production. Within the follow the sun function you can delay the heating of the cooker to maximise the use of your solar production, the delay is especially helpful for homes with smaller solar arrays.

Smart Tariff Integration

Many “Smart” tariffs are arriving on the energy market now, with either cheaper overnight rates, or rates that vary throughout the day. Select your energy tariff in the Everhot app, and the cooker will automatically adjust your ECO schedule by up to 2 hours if doing so will be more cost-efficient.

Grid Aware

Designed primarily for those owners who generate their own power and have a limited supply (e.g. wind, solar or hydro installations), but also for those customers who want to help the national grid cope in times of high demand, it will temporarily stop energy being supplied if it senses a shortage of supply. In times of excess supply there is also the option for the cooker to store more heat by automatically raising the temperature.

Interested in learning more about the new Everhot wi-fi enabled control system, contact us at Fornello and we will guide you through the new features available and the model options. Alternately why not book an appointment and visit our showroom in East Sussex.

Blades Heating The Next Generation

It’s now been nearly two years since the closure of Blades Heating in Oxted, and their Aga and Everhot showroom, and just gone one year since Foreign opening of Fornello. Many things are different at Fornello but the dedication and service Blades Heating offered their customers is still very at the heart of our ethos.

Even though we are a smaller outfit we still offer a great customer service and help find the right range cooker for our customers. Our range of appliances includes; Everhot, Lacanche, Bertazzoni cookers - something for everyone.

Blades Heating was very much part of Foreign’s family for many years, her grandfather Tim Kentish was the managing director of Blades for many years before retiring making Blades part of Foreign’s life even before she ran the Blades showroom for 6 years and learning all her knowledge.

When visiting Fornello, our charming range cooker showroom makes people feel at home as we guide them through the options. At the showroom we are always hosting events and demonstrations, just like Blades Heating did and have become part of the local Forest Row community.

When it comes to ordering with us, customers not only get a great produce but also an amazing experience, we make sure we are with them every step of the process, tailoring the service they receive to their needs.

Want to learn more about us here at Fornello, they why not visit our ‘about us’ page, please see the link below or visit our showroom for yourself and see the amazing appliances we have to offer.
https://www.fornello.co.uk/about

Build Your Lacanche

When choosing the perfect Lacanche Range Cooker for you, there is many options available and sometime it can be confusing, well we have made it simple with our Lacanche Cooker Builder.

It couldn’t be simpler, each step allows you to choose the oven and hob configurations allowing you to tailor your Lacanche Range Cooker to your cooking needs. At the bottom this article is our Lacanche Cooker Builder, give it ago for yourself.

Behind the stunning enamelled exterior of a Lacanche range lies a seriously heavy-duty cooking platform engineered to perform in the world’s toughest kitchens.

From the sheer elegance of the Classic models to the stylish simplicity of the Modern range – if you take cooking seriously, a Lacanche is the serious range cooker for you.

Lacanche Macon in Black with Nickel Trim

With seven size options starting at 70cm wide with the Cormatin and Rully models to as wide as the Vezelay 2205mm which makes a statement like no other range cooker, there is a model to suit any kitchen size.

Depending on the model you have the choose of 5 oven options; Convections (fan), Static, Electric Dual Function, Simmering, or Gas. Hob options include, Classic Gas, Traditional, and electric Induction and any model over 1m you have the choice of extra hobs. Why not visit our Lacanche page and find out more about the options available for yourself.

https://www.fornello.co.uk/lacanche

At Fornello, our team can also help narrow down the options with you, think of us at your personal Lacanche cooker builder. Our range cooker showroom in Sussex on the boards of Kent and Surrey is designed to showcase the Lacanche options available, why not book an appointment.

Before you enjoy building your dream Lacanche range cooker, a little reminder order before 16th November 2024 and beat the Lacanche price increase.

LACANCHE COOKER BUILDER

Range Cooker Showroom Near Tunbridge Wells

At Fornello we were sad to hear the news of the Aga shop in Tunbridge Wells closing. Luckily, F & R Fornello is nearby in Forest Row, Sussex. We offer many Aga alternative range cooker options, including Everhot, Lacanche and Bertazzoni. With a host of model, sizes and colours to choose from, we are please to be able to offer customers beautiful Aga cooker options and fill the whole Aga Tunbridge Wells has left behind.

We also run a number of range cooker sales events, giving you the opportunity to see a cooker in action before you buy. Book a showroom appointment today and let us guide you through the options.

Aga cookers are the heart of so many kitchen in the South East, and the UK. Our family team here at Fornello have personally had an Aga warming our kitchen since 1990, it was install the month our company director was born and has been the work horse of our family kitchen ever since.

OUR SHOWROOM

Our display range cooker sits proudly in our in our showroom in Forest Row, just 20 minutes outside Tunbridge Well, and will easy parking right outside customers are welcome to pop in and learn more about the options available. Here’s a guide to finding our showroom, it’s very simple to locate us.

https://www.fornello.co.uk/contact-us

Our showroom in Forest Row is a host to a large range of cooker, including, Everhot, Lacanche, and Bertazzoni. 

Why not book as showroom appointment today via or bookings page.

https://www.fornello.co.uk/bookings

F & R Fornello display electric Everhot 120i Heat Storage Range Cooker

DEMONSTRATION

What to see the Everhot in action before you buy? We can arrange a complementary private demonstration for those interesting in learn more about Everhot cookers and their amazing benefits. Our in-house demonstrator with guide you through everything you need to know about the options available and Everhot cooking. Book a demonstration today, see link below.

https://www.fornello.co.uk/bookings

Lacanche 1105mm in Ivory

COME AND FIND US AT F & R FORNELLO

Our team our passionate about the brands we supply, we will help you find the right range cooker for you. Our showroom is also host to a number of other range cooker brands including Everhot, Lacanche, and Bertazzoni.

We look forward to seeing you soon at our showroom.

A Piece Of Italy In Your Home

With summers coming to an end and many of us are returning from our holidays, Italy with its beautiful scenery, amazing culture, not to mention delicious culinary delights is one the most popular destinations visited. So why not fight the holiday blues and bring a little of this incredible country into your kitchen.

Scene Of Italy

The Bertazzoni range is the epitome of Italian style and at the centre of the company is a true Italian family. Founded in 1882, the company has always understood the kitchen is the heart of family life. With this in mind, their approach was to design a cooking appliances to help people bring the best home-cooked meals to the table. Family life is at the heart of Italian culture, family meals all together, lovingly prepared for everyone. Bertazzoni has built its reputation on considered design, outstanding engineering and a deep passion for food. How did it all begin? To find out a little more about the history of Bertazzoni, click the link below.

https://uk.bertazzoni.com/always-making-the-future

Picture of an original Bertazzoni cooker

The Italian style has always been known for being timeless and classic, and Bertazzoni has captured this. Each of the Bertazzoni Series brings their own unique touch of the Italian approach to design.

 Professional Series

‘Bringing professional style and performance to your kitchen’

With its fusion of modern style and exceptional engineering, the Professional Series has a confident design with the latest technology. The iconic look features clean and clearly defined lines, elegant control knobs, ergonomic handles and is available in a choice of sophisticated colours. The Professional Series appliances are designed to co-ordinate seamlessly across an entire kitchen suite, you can integrate a wide choice of ultramodern technology to create a versatile, flexible home kitchen.

Bertazzoni Professional in Carbonio

New in the Professional Series is the 90cm freestanding Air-Tec range cooker that packs three high-performance appliances into one; Induction Hob, Muilt-function Electric Oven, and Built-in Extraction.  An efficient integrated extraction system is added to the design and technology of the Professional Series cookers.

Bertazzoni Professional 90cm Air-tec 

Master Series

‘Beautifully elegance and exceptional efficiency’

A style that is all its own, with a sophisticated monochrome colour palette that would turn your kitchen into a work of art. The Master Series blends the best of commercial kitchen-inspired style with advanced technology and fine Italian design. Stainless steel and black finishes accentuate a confident style. Large metal control knobs and bold handle design allows for exceptional usability and durability.

Bertazzoni Master Series Control Knobs

Heritage Series

‘Authentic style with 21st century innovation’

The most traditional design in the Bertazzoni range, the Heritage Series is a true classic. The Heritage Series is a homage to the original Bertazzoni range cookers from the late 19th century, bringing a classic look to a modern kitchen design, allowing owners to chose either a contrasting design statement or era-inspiring centre piece. A warm and welcoming design that translates across the whole series from range cookers and built-in ovens to refrigerators and much more.

With the Heritage Series Bertazzoni also offer the opportunity to tailor the appliance with bespoke finishing touches with their sophisticated Colleziona Metalli Décor set, available in gold, copper, and nickel.

Bertazzoni Heritage 100cm Range Cooker With Gold Decor Finishes

Modern Series

‘Contemporary elegance, timeless style’

A range of built-in and speciality ovens, hobs with metal or glass bases, induction hobs, hoods, and much more. The Modern Series tells a very Italian story of deign and style, the series is crafted by many years of knowledge and passion that made the Bertazzoni approach a work of art as much as a science.

Even though there is not a range cooker option in the Modern series, the built-in ovens offer totally precision cooking abilities and the most advanced modern features with a hi-res full touch TFT display, which also gives a clean look with exceptional flexibility and control. Finishes include black, stainless steel or even warm copper.

Built-in Ovens In Copper 

Looking for inspiration on how to incorporate a range cooker into your kitchen, and not sure of the style of cooker to choose. Homes and Gardens recent article ‘Range Cookers are replacing kitchen islands as the heart of the home’ published by Malloy Malsom features many design ideas and thoughts on how to style your range cooker.  Have a read for yourself, simply click the link below.

https://www.homesandgardens.com/kitchens/ways-to-style-a-range-cooker

When our customers visit our range cooker showroom, we are lucky enough to be able to offer a wide range of appliance options, and Bertazzoni with it vast collection contributes greatly. Our customers are able to find the perfect style range cooker to suit them. Book an appointment today and start your Italian inspired kitchen journey.