[Ntrails]

> They're expensive as fuck, and eat lots of counter space.

I am comfortable with the latter at least, as my default would be a 5 ring gas hob! I cannot imagine cooking with fewer than 3 rings. (Say, duck breast, mash, veg is a pretty basic meal)

> Get a standalone induction plate. They're cheap and portable and they let you try it out without a huge expense.

That is actually a good shout, and not something I had considered. Am currently "camping" kitchen'd in the utility room with a microwave and a 2 ring camping gas stove. Will have a gander, Thanks :)

[Kliment]

> I cannot imagine cooking with fewer than 3 rings.

You're allowed to own more than one standalone induction plate. And you're also allowed to position them freely over your work area :)

[emteycz]

You're not always allowed to put them into electric sockets and turn them on all at once, though. There's usually special electric wiring done to handle the load of electric stoves.

[dtgriscom]

In the US, at least, the standard is to have outlets every 4' (I think), and have the outlets alternate circuits. So, you plug into two adjacent outlets (not the same two in the same box, but adjacent boxes) and you'll be on different circuits.

[sidpatil]

> and have the outlets alternate circuits.

That's the first time I've heard of that. Is that for kitchens only, or for all rooms?

[fastaguy88]

I think it is for kitchens, and it is relatively new. My 25 year old refinished kitchen has the outlets, but not the separate circuits. No nespresso + toast.

[emteycz]

There is a lot of very old housing in EU.