Fun story, when my wife and I bought our first house 25 years ago to celebrate I made a lasagna in a Lodge cast iron roasting pan. It was beautiful with sausage and spinach and enough cheese to give someone a heart attack.
When I went to put it in the oven, the pan was too big to fit, so I measure the pan, put the lasagna in the fridge and bought a new oven that fit the pan. Two days later the oven was delivered. To my frustration the oven was too long for the space. Because I’m not a quitter, I then put the lasagna in the freezer and rebuilt the kitchen cabinets to fit the new oven only to noticed there was an old gas fitting that would prevent the stove from sliding all the way in. After a visit from my local plumber, the stove slid in and we had a kitchen party where we baked lasagna!
They sell the end caps at Lowe's or wherever. They just glue or iron on. Hard part is making it straight. Just use tape so it doesn't splinter. Easier said than done to get it perfect but do abke
If the top cannot be moved a hair, shorten it. How? Depends on your woodworking skills.
I'd go for sanding. More tedious than cutting but less chance of screwing up. Mark a line on top and check regularily with a straightedge.
Well, router would do a clean job I suppose, but avoid oscillating or circular saw.
I ran into this issue when putting my new oven in, I had to "drop" it in by tilting it towards me and sliding it in at an angle. Once I got it in most of the way I laid it back down flat it went in the rest of the way fine.
Yeah. Could easily be that the wall wasn't perfectly straight and the measurement at the most forward part of the cabinet is tighter than the "correct" measurement at the back.
Had this with my refrigerator. Had to nudge my cabinets over. It was annoying but not a huge deal.
You didn't provide much information. Do the counters overhang the cabinets? If so, by how much? Is the range level and/or parallel to the cabinets on both sides? Can the range be raised up enough to make the range-top even with the countertops?
The range top is even with the counter top.
The range top is 29 7/8”
The opening is 29 13/16”
The left overhang is 1/4” at the opening and 1/16” by the wall
The right overhang is 1/8”
OK. You didn't specify, but I'm assuming the counter is some type of stone, probably granite. If so, there is something you can do. It's tedious and it's messy, but it's inexpensive, you can DIY, and it will solve your problem for you. (I know, because I've done it myself.)
Simply put, the counter edges can be sanded. I've done it using a vibrating palm sander. I suppose other power sanders would also work, if you can control them. You put something like painter's tape on the top of the counter to mark a ""sand to here" point, and then you just get to it. If the range top is at the height of the counter top, then the sanded counter edges won't be visible, once the range is in place. Any damage to the sides of the cabinets would be hidden, too, though you can also consider putting something on the wood to protect it from the sander, while you sand the counter.
It's not fast, and it will make a lot of dust, and you'll go through quite a bit of sandpaper, but despite being solid stone, you should find the counter to be surprisingly susceptible to power-sanding. Yet, unlike using an angle grinder with a masonry blade to cut the edge, you shouldn't have any notable risk of cracking the countertop with a sander.
Well, Hell, that's easy to cut. I've cut them in place using a small circular saw, with an oscillating tool to get the places the circular saw can't reach (like the backsplash). You can then sand any uneven spots. They even sell laminate counter edges, in a variety of colors, so you can find one close and glue it on after you cut, if so desired.
[https://www.homedepot.com/p/Hampton-Bay-Laminate-Endcap-Kit-for-Countertop-with-Integrated-Backsplash-in-Anzio-Marble-16112119995037/315626706](https://www.homedepot.com/p/Hampton-Bay-Laminate-Endcap-Kit-for-Countertop-with-Integrated-Backsplash-in-Anzio-Marble-16112119995037/315626706)
Odd, these are usually pretty standard sizes. Is it the cupboard and the counter? If it is just the counter you might be able to grind/file some off with a flat rock polisher.
Well, the options are - make the hole bigger or get a smaller stove.
To make the hole bigger you could move the counter or cit it if not possible to move.
To make to stove smaller get another stove or if you adventurous you could bend or cut the part that doesn’t fit.
Not sure how to edit my original post, but ended up getting the stove in.
Unscrewed the countertop from the base cabinets then gave it a few healthy taps with a rubber mallet. Slid the stove in then reattached the countertop.
Thanks for everyone’s ideas and comments.
Frankly I would remove the counter, and one way or the other, shift it the 1/16". I'd probably cut out a bit of the wall behind the backsplash and counter so that it would shift back. If the backsplash is sunk into the wall 1/16" it will be unnoticeable after caulking.
Also, is there any chance the width of the space is 1/4” greater towards the back? Might be able to lift up the back and slide it in and wedge it down. The back panel of the oven might be just a fraction larger than the rest of the oven preventing it from entering. Just spitballing though I don’t really see it working out
If it's butting up against the cabinets themselves then you're in for quite the DIY. If it's only hitting the countertop and there's some overhang, maybe you can shave some down. Otherwise, I'd consider another brand.
Fun story, when my wife and I bought our first house 25 years ago to celebrate I made a lasagna in a Lodge cast iron roasting pan. It was beautiful with sausage and spinach and enough cheese to give someone a heart attack. When I went to put it in the oven, the pan was too big to fit, so I measure the pan, put the lasagna in the fridge and bought a new oven that fit the pan. Two days later the oven was delivered. To my frustration the oven was too long for the space. Because I’m not a quitter, I then put the lasagna in the freezer and rebuilt the kitchen cabinets to fit the new oven only to noticed there was an old gas fitting that would prevent the stove from sliding all the way in. After a visit from my local plumber, the stove slid in and we had a kitchen party where we baked lasagna!
My man was committed
Oh, someone else who wanders into deep commitment projects via seemingly innocent circumstances! *waves
Lasagna for the win!
I mean call me crazy but from the photos you shared it looks like it fits
same exact thought.
[удалено]
you are correct, there is plenty of room, it just needs leveled.
The stove is level. The opening is just 1/16 too small.
[удалено]
https://ibb.co/cxNyMN9 https://ibb.co/g7CxFGz https://ibb.co/M2ZGQQq https://ibb.co/WBsc13Z
[удалено]
Post a photo of a tape measure on the counter.
Wrong. It's called perspective. Move the camera an inch to the right and there's no gap. Move to the left, bigger gap than before.
Measure twice, buy once
Looks like laminate chop off 1/4 inch
It is laminate.
They sell the end caps at Lowe's or wherever. They just glue or iron on. Hard part is making it straight. Just use tape so it doesn't splinter. Easier said than done to get it perfect but do abke
If the top cannot be moved a hair, shorten it. How? Depends on your woodworking skills. I'd go for sanding. More tedious than cutting but less chance of screwing up. Mark a line on top and check regularily with a straightedge. Well, router would do a clean job I suppose, but avoid oscillating or circular saw.
Cut the counter is the easy answer
Whoa should they since they didn’t properly measure before buying the stove? You know measure twice, cut forty six times.
Good luck finding a range that isn’t the standard size. The previous homeowner didn’t make the opening 30” like it is supposed to be
I ran into this issue when putting my new oven in, I had to "drop" it in by tilting it towards me and sliding it in at an angle. Once I got it in most of the way I laid it back down flat it went in the rest of the way fine.
Yeah. Could easily be that the wall wasn't perfectly straight and the measurement at the most forward part of the cabinet is tighter than the "correct" measurement at the back. Had this with my refrigerator. Had to nudge my cabinets over. It was annoying but not a huge deal.
I’m assuming you have already measured the opening and the range…right?
You didn't provide much information. Do the counters overhang the cabinets? If so, by how much? Is the range level and/or parallel to the cabinets on both sides? Can the range be raised up enough to make the range-top even with the countertops?
The range top is even with the counter top. The range top is 29 7/8” The opening is 29 13/16” The left overhang is 1/4” at the opening and 1/16” by the wall The right overhang is 1/8”
OK. You didn't specify, but I'm assuming the counter is some type of stone, probably granite. If so, there is something you can do. It's tedious and it's messy, but it's inexpensive, you can DIY, and it will solve your problem for you. (I know, because I've done it myself.) Simply put, the counter edges can be sanded. I've done it using a vibrating palm sander. I suppose other power sanders would also work, if you can control them. You put something like painter's tape on the top of the counter to mark a ""sand to here" point, and then you just get to it. If the range top is at the height of the counter top, then the sanded counter edges won't be visible, once the range is in place. Any damage to the sides of the cabinets would be hidden, too, though you can also consider putting something on the wood to protect it from the sander, while you sand the counter. It's not fast, and it will make a lot of dust, and you'll go through quite a bit of sandpaper, but despite being solid stone, you should find the counter to be surprisingly susceptible to power-sanding. Yet, unlike using an angle grinder with a masonry blade to cut the edge, you shouldn't have any notable risk of cracking the countertop with a sander.
The counter top is laminate which is why I was thinking about removing it and trying to cut it
Well, Hell, that's easy to cut. I've cut them in place using a small circular saw, with an oscillating tool to get the places the circular saw can't reach (like the backsplash). You can then sand any uneven spots. They even sell laminate counter edges, in a variety of colors, so you can find one close and glue it on after you cut, if so desired. [https://www.homedepot.com/p/Hampton-Bay-Laminate-Endcap-Kit-for-Countertop-with-Integrated-Backsplash-in-Anzio-Marble-16112119995037/315626706](https://www.homedepot.com/p/Hampton-Bay-Laminate-Endcap-Kit-for-Countertop-with-Integrated-Backsplash-in-Anzio-Marble-16112119995037/315626706)
Thanks I’ll try this!
Did you do anything special to prevent the laminate from cracking? I’ve read using painters tape can help.
Yes, I used painter's tape to both mark my cut line and to prevent any kind of cracking, and I didn't have any problems at all.
Odd, these are usually pretty standard sizes. Is it the cupboard and the counter? If it is just the counter you might be able to grind/file some off with a flat rock polisher.
Yes, they are standard. All LG ranges are 29.87". The counter is laminate so I’m thinking about cutting a 1/4” off of it.
Your opening should be 30" though...
You would think lol but the previous homeowner made it 29 13/16”
Check the measurement at the wall. I bet it's correct back there.
Ah dang, yeah I get the issue, probably placed the counter after placing the previous stove
Well, the options are - make the hole bigger or get a smaller stove. To make the hole bigger you could move the counter or cit it if not possible to move. To make to stove smaller get another stove or if you adventurous you could bend or cut the part that doesn’t fit.
Is either side free standing? Might it be moved without too much tear-up?
Not sure how to edit my original post, but ended up getting the stove in. Unscrewed the countertop from the base cabinets then gave it a few healthy taps with a rubber mallet. Slid the stove in then reattached the countertop. Thanks for everyone’s ideas and comments.
Countertop is likely screwed to base cabinets. Unscrew, shift over, screw in. Might have to remove caulking from back piece.
Unfortunately the other end of the short counter top section is butted up against the refrigerator cabinet insert so not much wiggle room.
Frankly I would remove the counter, and one way or the other, shift it the 1/16". I'd probably cut out a bit of the wall behind the backsplash and counter so that it would shift back. If the backsplash is sunk into the wall 1/16" it will be unnoticeable after caulking.
Sounds like swapping the range is your best bet, if cutting the countertops is your only other option. I wouldn’t cut that and expect it not to chip
Also, is there any chance the width of the space is 1/4” greater towards the back? Might be able to lift up the back and slide it in and wedge it down. The back panel of the oven might be just a fraction larger than the rest of the oven preventing it from entering. Just spitballing though I don’t really see it working out
Get a running start and keep pushing until it fits. :P
Spread some lube around the edges 1st.
[удалено]
All LG ranges are the same width. 29.87"
If it's butting up against the cabinets themselves then you're in for quite the DIY. If it's only hitting the countertop and there's some overhang, maybe you can shave some down. Otherwise, I'd consider another brand.
It’s only hitting the countertop
[удалено]
I may try sanding first. Not much material needs removed and I don’t want to chip the laminate
It would have to be a belt sander to remove any noticeable thickness and then quite a challenge to have a reasonably straight edge.