Ovens

Single oven – One oven space, usually combined with a grill. Single ovens can go either at eye level in a tall oven housing, or underneath the worktop in a single oven housing.
Built-In Double Oven - Two oven spaces that may also have a combined grill. Normally fitted into a tall oven housing, or alcove.
Built-Under Double Oven – A double oven that is fitted under a kitchen worktop.
Fan Oven/ Fan Assisted Oven - Has a fan built in to the oven cavity to ensure there is an even spread of heat throughout the oven. Even distribution of heat usually reduces cooking time and allows for batch baking.
Conventional Oven – An oven without a fan, using heat produced from elements top and bottom of the cavity or both sides.
Multifunction Oven – A single oven with multiple functions. This type of oven can be used as a conventional oven, fan- assisted oven, Grill or fan-assisted grill.
Pyroclean - A cleaning process which superheats the oven to 500 degrees C and burns off any deposits from baking, roasting and grilling.
Hydro-Clean - An aid for cleaning your oven, ideal for softening greasy residue. Pour ¾ of a pint of water and some washing up liquid into the base of the oven. The oven heats up to 60 degrees producing steam to loosen any grease deposits.

Hobs

Induction – An Induction hob has an electro magnet (induction coil) positioned below the glass. When the hob is switched on the coil will cause an induction field and heat the pan placed on the surface. The pan must be made of ferrous metal (if a magnet sticks the pan is suitable).
Ceramic Hob – A ceramic hob radiates heat from under the surface.
Halogen – This type of hob heats using a strong halogen light and radiant heat.
Flame Failure - A thermostatic sensor, in the event that a flame is extinguished, the sensor will detect that no heat is generated and will automatically shut off the gas supply.
Wok Burner - A high speed gas burner.

Hoods

Chimney – A designer extractor usually finished in Stainless Steel or glass can be extracted or recirculated.
Canopy – A canopy hood is designed to be installed into a chimney breast or bespoke feature.
Integrated – Usually installed between two units, is concealed by adding a co-ordinated kitchen door on the front.
Conventional - Freestanding extractor with glass/plastic visor.
Recirculation - The best way to remove odours and steam is to extract the air out of the room using ducting. If this is not possible, you can use charcoal filters for air purification which then re-enters the room via an opening in the hood.

Microwaves

Built-in – A microwave built in to a fitted kitchen with casing in the style of kitchen furniture.
Combination - Simultaneously uses heat and microwave technology

Refrigeration

Built-in – For installation into tall kitchen unit, designed to take co-ordinating kitchen furniture.
Built-under – For installation under kitchen worktop, designed to take co-ordinating kitchen furniture.
Monobloc - Fridge freezer with single compressor, for installation into tall kitchen unit and designed to take co-ordinating kitchen furniture.

Dishwashers
Fully Integrated – Designed to take co-ordinating kitchen furniture, with the control panel concealed.
Semi Integrated – A dishwasher with a visible control panel fitted behind a drawer line door.
Aqua Stop - Provides leakage protection so that the inlet and outlet hoses are protected should a leakage occur. Also an independent safety valve will prevent additional water entering the dishwasher.

Laundry

Reduced Iron - This option spins at intervals, gently tumbling the load during the spinning cycle. At the end of the spin phase a gentle rotating action keeps laundry free and fluffy.
Reduced Time - Reduces the time of a wash by 30-40% saving time and energy.
Time Delay - Allows you delay the wash time, enabling you to benefit from cheap rate electricity.
Condenser Dryer - Requires no venting outside, water is collected in a container within the machine.