As our old-style electric hob is packing up (1.5 rings now dead out of
4) we're looking at replacing with an induction.1) Any indications as to which brand are good/bad would be welcome.
2) Size of cutout in counter appears to be suitable for at least some models, but the available depth looks like it's only about 4cm (drawers underneath, not an oven). Many induction hobs seem to need 5.5 or more. I thought of making a 2cm high rectangular shape to sit around the cutout for the hob to rest on, until such time as we redo the kitchen. Anything to watch out for there? SWMBO suggested wood, but I felt that might not be the best material. Suggestions here would be helpful too. I can always glue it to the counter.