Xmas present for the Mrs....
Xmas present for the Mrs....
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Dominic H

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261 months

Sunday 30th November 2008
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Following on from the successful purchase of my Mrs' birthday present (a pair of 255/35/18 Bridgestone Potenza's and a full geometry/alignment check!). I've decided to surpise her with a new double oven and hob for Xmas.

I need a 90x60cm double oven (built in) and a gas hob. I have a couple of questions...

1. Will a 70cm 5 gas burner fit into a space previously used by a 60cm 4 gas burner? I'm assuming that the extra width lies ontop of the work surface. I like the look of the AEG glass gas hob, are they any good?
2. I'm looking to spend upto £1000 for a double oven, I quite like the look of the DeDietrich range. How do these compare with Bosch/AEG/Smeg and so on. Are the DD good kit, or is there a stand out item I should be looking for?

Anyone recommend any suppliers for a good deal in SE London/Kent (or delivery)....

Thanks in advance.......

Edited by Dominic H on Sunday 30th November 17:53

Airbag

3,466 posts

225 months

Sunday 30th November 2008
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Aww, tyres and appliances? You shouldn't have!













Rach*

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245 months

Sunday 30th November 2008
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yes

BigLepton

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230 months

Sunday 30th November 2008
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He's married - that's only one annual shag missed then. . . . . .

Dominic H

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Sunday 30th November 2008
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This is just a stocking filler Tonker, Diamond jewellery has already been made for the main pressie. This is just a little sweetener as I'm off skiing in Whistler for 10 days with mates in Jan!

Dominic H

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Sunday 30th November 2008
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BigLepton said:
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He's married - that's only one annual shag missed then. . . . . .
Not married yet, 'Mrs' is a figure of speech.... Still keeping up the numbers though! party

Nolar Dog

8,786 posts

224 months

Sunday 30th November 2008
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Do men really buy their girlfriend/wife/mistress an oven for christmas?

Oh my.

SS2.

14,712 posts

267 months

Sunday 30th November 2008
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Will it fit under the tree ?

Simpo Two

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294 months

Sunday 30th November 2008
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Dominic H said:
Following on from the successful purchase of my Mrs' birthday present (a pair of 255/35/18 Bridgestone Potenza's and a full geometry/alignment check!). I've decided to surpise her with a new double oven and hob for Xmas.
You have it backwards sir. The car tyres are for the gentleman, and the delightful new cooking device for the lady, to ease her nightly chores. (Good heavens, I'm turing into Paul Whitehouse...)

Dominic H said:
I need a 90x60cm double oven (built in) and a gas hob. I have a couple of questions...

1. Will a 70cm 5 gas burner fit into a space previously used by a 60cm 4 gas burner? I'm assuming that the extra width lies ontop of the work surface. I like the look of the AEG glass gas hob, are they any good?
As long as it's built-under (ie below worktop level) then all you'd need to do is cut a few inches off the top of each unit on either side. It will however mean you can't have drawers there, only cupboards (unless the unit is slim enough to fit into the depth of the worktop). As for any regulations on this, no idea. If you like glass, why not make it easier for yourself and have an induction hob?

Dominic H said:
2. I'm looking to spend upto £1000 for a double oven, I quite like the look of the DeDietrich range. How do these compare with Bosch/AEG/Smeg and so on. Are the DD good kit, or is there a stand out item I should be looking for?
I fitted my kitchen with Siemens appliances and I'm absolutely delighted with the quality, style and performance of them. If that's of interest, I'd heartily recommend the supplier, Marshall & Johnson, 12 Davey Close, Colchester, CO1 2XL Tel 01206 869494. 5% cheaper than internet prices (I didn't believe them but they were right) and outstanding service.

Edited by Simpo Two on Sunday 30th November 18:58

mitzy

13,858 posts

226 months

Sunday 30th November 2008
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Your a catch arnt you.

Nip into Halfords for a set of windscreen wipers too.



BigLepton

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230 months

Sunday 30th November 2008
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Dominic H said:
BigLepton said:
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He's married - that's only one annual shag missed then. . . . . .
Not married yet, 'Mrs' is a figure of speech.... Still keeping up the numbers though! party
Buy her a cooker for Christmas and you never will be married. Is that the plan?

zagato

1,136 posts

230 months

Sunday 30th November 2008
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I'd throw in a "How to Cook" book as well. Also don't forget to buy the lucky b*tch some oven cleaner.


Benmac

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245 months

Sunday 30th November 2008
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LOL, as it happens. The missus birthday is just after christmas so for Christmas she is getting a set of rear tyres for her car and for her birthday (she's getting these particularly early to save two trips to the garage, the lucky girl) a pair of fronts.

Now, in my defence its what she asked for, the tyres for the SLK aren't cheap and we decided a while ago to only ever buy presents that we actually would buy for ourselves. I'm getting a new pair of walking boots as mine are knackered.

Uncle Gueber

151 posts

235 months

Sunday 30th November 2008
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FFS don't buy her iron what ever you do. redcard

Trust me, they never forget!

Taita

7,995 posts

232 months

Sunday 30th November 2008
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OMFG this is gold.

'Here you are darling, for you'

'An oven, great!'

DJFish

6,017 posts

292 months

Sunday 30th November 2008
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Once bought my wife a new mop head for Valentine's as her old one wore out, its the thought that counts!

spikeyhead

20,422 posts

226 months

Sunday 30th November 2008
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Please video it and post it on youtube. Never ever buy a woman any present with a plug on.