Though they can be used to simply boil water... many people consider cook-tops as a decorative piece of art that can make a significant impact on the design of a new kitchen. While you'll still see the occasional coil-element style cook-top, most cooktops now offer the smooth, sleek appearance and convenience of glass surfaces.

The specially treated __ glass is tempered to withstand extremely high temperatures and is surprisingly durable. These cook-tops are also scratch resistant and exceptionally easy to clean. The most common size is a 30" width though the 36" size is growing more popular everyday. Features to consider include expandable elements, bridge- elements, warmer-zones & capacitive touch.