The Belling Classic Range Cooker - a Winning Formula
24/01/13 13:34 Filed in: Product Focus
Owning a traditional British range cooker is the ambition of many a family, most of whom are looking for something solid and reliable but which does not stretch the household funds too far. This is where Belling steps in, as they have been doing for generations of families since the launch of the brand 100 years ago.
Belling’s Classic collection hits the mark, with a winning formula of traditional good looks, solid build quality and great value. A nice balance of traditional and modern, the arched windows and steel rear upstand (removable) lend some character, whilst the crisp door bevels, neat controls and simple handles define the Classic as very much a modern cooker.
In three widths - 90cm, 100cm and 110cm - there should be a model to suit every kitchen. Depending on your needs, there is a choice of all gas, dual fuel or all electric models (featuring brilliantly-priced induction hobs), and the standard colours of Black, Cream or Silver are bolstered by a choice of 12 Colour Boutique finishes, which bring some variety and individuality for a relatively small extra charge.
The Belling Classic has scored very well in the Which? Best Buy guide, with the gas models in particular finding favour in tests for oven and grill performance. Based on the same platform as the Stoves Richmond, the general feel and build quality is noticeably solid and clunky, which cannot be said of some of Belling’s rivals. Also much in Belling’s favour is that they build all of their cookers here in the UK, and are very much part of the current Built in Britain movement, which an increasing number of consumers are keen to support.
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Belling’s Classic collection hits the mark, with a winning formula of traditional good looks, solid build quality and great value. A nice balance of traditional and modern, the arched windows and steel rear upstand (removable) lend some character, whilst the crisp door bevels, neat controls and simple handles define the Classic as very much a modern cooker.
Belling Classic 100 and 110 models share the same spec, with larger ovens on the Classic 110
Versatile Formats
In three widths - 90cm, 100cm and 110cm - there should be a model to suit every kitchen. Depending on your needs, there is a choice of all gas, dual fuel or all electric models (featuring brilliantly-priced induction hobs), and the standard colours of Black, Cream or Silver are bolstered by a choice of 12 Colour Boutique finishes, which bring some variety and individuality for a relatively small extra charge.
Nicely balanced styling makes the Belling Classic at home in a classic, modern or traditional kitchen setting
Quality and Reliability
The Belling Classic has scored very well in the Which? Best Buy guide, with the gas models in particular finding favour in tests for oven and grill performance. Based on the same platform as the Stoves Richmond, the general feel and build quality is noticeably solid and clunky, which cannot be said of some of Belling’s rivals. Also much in Belling’s favour is that they build all of their cookers here in the UK, and are very much part of the current Built in Britain movement, which an increasing number of consumers are keen to support.
The Belling Classic is definitely on our list when it comes to affordable range cookers. We, like a good many UK consumers, have a high opinion of the Belling brand as one to be trusted to come up with the goods. If your budget is around £1000 and you want to spend it wisely (who wouldn’t?), we highly recommend you click the link below and take a closer look.
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