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Cream range cookers give a kitchen that warm, country farmhouse feel, and a soft cream finish looks just as good against painted shaker doors as it does next to oak worktops. Every model here is all electric, with a ceramic or induction hob, in 90cm, 100cm and 110cm widths from Belling and Stoves.
They suit traditional and cottage kitchens, families who cook big roasts and anyone who wants a range that feels lighter than black or steel. Know your width already? Browse our 90cm electric range cookers or the full choice of induction range cookers.
Cream is the colour most people picture when they think of a range. It goes back to the solid fuel stoves in old farmhouse kitchens, and it still sets the tone for a traditional room today. It reads as warm and welcoming rather than stark, which is why it stays one of the best-selling colours year after year.
It's also easy to live with. A soft ivory front sits happily with sage green, duck egg blue, grey and navy units, and with wooden, quartz or granite worktops. Pair it with a white splashback for a bright cottage look, or with dark units if you'd like the cooker to stand out as the centrepiece.
Light colours make a room feel bigger too. In a smaller kitchen it takes up the same width as a black one, but it doesn't dominate the wall in the same way.
All 13 models in the grid come from two ranges at Belling and two at Stoves, sold through Electrical Discount UK. Prices move with the retailer, so we've given rough bands rather than exact figures.
| Range | Widths | Hob | Ovens | Total capacity (litres) | Guarantee | Price band |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belling Farmhouse E | 90cm, 100cm, 110cm | 5-zone ceramic | Two ovens plus a grill cavity | 174 to 194 | 3 years | Around £1,100 to £1,300 |
| Belling Farmhouse Ei | 90cm, 100cm, 110cm | 5-zone induction with Link+ | Two ovens plus a grill cavity | 174 to 194 | 3 years | Around £1,600 to £1,700 |
| Stoves Richmond Ei (90cm) | 90cm | 5-zone induction with a bridge | Three | 174 | 3 years | Around £2,800 to £2,900 |
| Stoves Richmond Ei Quad Oven | 100cm, 110cm | 5-zone induction | Four, with a slow cook oven | 196 | 3 years | Around £2,900 to £3,100 |
| Stoves Richmond S1000EiMK2 | 100cm | 5-zone induction | Four | 202 | 1 year | Around £2,300 |
Every one is A rated for energy, about 900mm tall and lined with enamel inside. So the choice really comes down to width, hob type, how many ovens you'll use and your budget.
Cream isn't one exact colour. Each brand mixes its own shade, and the difference shows once the cooker sits next to your units. It's worth seeing a real sample or a photo in daylight before you order.
If you're matching one to existing units, take a door or a paint chart to compare. A warm cream next to a cool white door can make the cream look yellow, while a creamy shaker door makes it look just right.
A good enamel finish holds its colour for many years. Enamel is glass fused onto steel at a high temperature, so it doesn't fade like paint. What does dull the front is a slow build-up of grease and cooking film, especially around the dials and the oven door handle. Regular wiping stops that, and we cover how below.
The trim makes a big difference to how the cooker looks. Most ranges in this colour come with chrome or silver-finish handles, rail and dials, which give a crisp, timeless look that works in almost any kitchen.
The Belling Farmhouse pairs its body with a chrome rail and chunky dials for that country range style. The Richmond has a silver rail and dials across the front, with a more modern control panel on the induction models.
Antique brass trim is the other classic choice and shows up a lot on cream models from Rangemaster, such as the Classic Deluxe and Elan, and on some Leisure and Falcon ranges. Rangemaster pairs antique brass with its cream and its pale cream finishes. Brass feels warmer and more traditional, and it's a lovely match for brass taps and cup handles. We don't stock cookers with antique brass trim at the moment, so if that's the look you're after, check the trim before you buy elsewhere.
Every model we stock in this colour is fully electric, so the big choice on top is ceramic or induction. It has more effect on the price than any other feature.
A ceramic hob heats an element under the glass, which then warms the pan. Any flat-bottomed pan will work, so there's nothing new to buy. It's slower to heat up and cool down than induction, but residual heat lights tell you when a zone is still hot.
The Belling Farmhouse 90E, 100E and 110E are the ceramic models in cream. The 100E and 110E add a warming zone as well as the five cooking zones. They're the most affordable way into the look. Compare every colour in our ceramic hob range cookers.
An induction hob uses a magnetic field to heat the pan itself, so the glass around it stays far cooler and spills don't bake on. It boils water quickly and responds as soon as you turn a zone down, much like gas.
You'll need pans with a magnetic base. Hold a fridge magnet against each pan, and if it sticks firmly the pan will work. Cast iron and most stainless steel pans are fine, but plain aluminium, copper and glass won't heat.
The Belling Farmhouse Ei models use Link+ to join two zones into one long cooking area for a griddle or fish kettle. The Richmond uses a bridge zone in the same way. Both also detect a pan that's overheating and cut the power. You'll find more models in our 90cm induction range cookers and 100cm induction range cookers.
A dual fuel range cooker puts a gas hob, usually with a wok burner and cast iron pan supports, on top of electric ovens. Belling, Rangemaster and Leisure all make cream dual fuel models. Our retailer doesn't have one in this shade right now, but our dual fuel range cookers page lists every model with a gas hob that we do stock. Any gas range cooker must be connected by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
We stock cream range cookers in all three common widths. Each one is about 900mm high and 600mm deep, so the height and depth line up with standard kitchen units.
The 90cm size is the most popular in the UK. At 896mm wide it replaces a 60cm cooker plus a 30cm unit without a full kitchen refit. You can choose from the Belling Farmhouse 90E and 90EI or two Richmond models with three ovens.
The 100cm models are 996mm to 1000mm wide. They give you a bigger main oven or a fourth cavity, depending on the brand. It's a good middle size for families who cook a roast most weekends. See all of them in our 100cm electric range cookers.
The 110cm models are 1096mm wide and the largest we stock. There's room for a big turkey in one oven and the trimmings in another. Our 110cm electric range cookers show what else is available at this width.
Count the ovens first, then check the capacity in litres. Most brands give a gross figure and a smaller usable one, so make sure you compare like with like.
The Belling Farmhouse has a main oven, a second oven and a separate grill cavity at the top. You can roast in one oven, bake in the other and grill without either losing heat. The main oven offers five cooking functions, including fan and slow cook. For most homes that's all you'll need.
The Richmond goes further. The 90cm model has three ovens, while the 100cm and 110cm Quad Oven models have four: a multifunction main oven with 13 settings, a fanned oven, a conventional oven with the Maxi-Grill and a dedicated slow cook oven. If you batch cook or regularly feed a crowd, that fourth oven is genuinely useful.
Nearly every model in the grid has an AirFry setting with its own tray. It crisps chips, wings and roast potatoes with little or no oil, so you won't need a separate air fryer on the worktop.
Other handy features include a programmable timer, a hob child lock and SteamCleanse on several Richmond models, which uses steam to loosen grease inside the oven. Check each product page for the exact list.
Cream shows splashes more than black, but easy clean enamel on the front and inside each cavity wipes back to new with very little effort. The trick with cleaning is little and often, rather than leaving marks to set.
Inside, every one of these models has easy clean enamel oven linings that wipe down once cool. Some other brands, including several Rangemaster and Leisure ranges, use catalytic liners instead. Catalytic panels absorb grease at high temperatures, which cuts down on cleaning, but they can't be scrubbed and lose their effect over time. Look for replacement catalytic liners if you buy one of those. Always follow the cleaning advice in the manual.
Range cookers are big and heavy. These models weigh between about 82kg and 116kg, so plan the route in before delivery day.
An electric range cooker needs its own cooker circuit and switch, fitted by a qualified electrician. It can't be plugged into a normal socket. Electrical Safety First has clear advice on kitchen appliances and finding a registered electrician.
Belling has been making cookers in the UK for over a century. The Farmhouse is its traditional range, with chrome details and a choice of ceramic or induction hobs in three widths. Every model comes with a 3 year parts and labour guarantee. See the whole series in our Belling Farmhouse range cookers, or every model in our Belling range cookers.
Stoves is a step up in price, with three or four ovens and features like the TrueTemp digital thermostat and Maxi-Clock programmer. Most Richmond models in this colour carry a 3 year guarantee, but the S1000EiMK2 lists 1 year, so check before you buy. Our Stoves range cookers gather every Richmond we sell.
Rangemaster is the best known name for cream range cookers in the UK. Its Classic Deluxe and Estel Deluxe both come in cream, often with gas, dual fuel and induction versions. Leisure, its sister brand, sells cream Cookmaster and Chefmaster models for less. AGA, Falcon, Smeg and De'Longhi also sell cream or ivory ranges, with Smeg's Victoria the best known retro design. These usually cost more than a Belling Farmhouse, so it's a good place to start if you want the look on a budget.
If cream feels too traditional, our black range cookers hide splashes well and suit modern kitchens. For a professional, chef-style finish, have a look at our stainless steel range cookers. Which? also has a useful guide to buying a range cooker to read alongside the specs above.
No. They show splashes more than black, but enamel wipes clean with warm soapy water and a soft cloth. A quick wipe after cooking keeps the front looking new.
The Belling Farmhouse 90E with a ceramic hob is usually the lowest priced model we stock. The induction Farmhouse models cost around £500 more, and the Richmond models sit higher again.
Cream has been a favourite for range cookers for generations and still suits country, cottage and classic kitchens. It's a safe choice if you plan to sell the house one day.
Sage green, duck egg, grey, navy and painted shaker units all work well. Wooden worktops add warmth, while a white or pale tiled splashback keeps the space bright.
Not at the moment. Everything in the grid is electric, with ceramic or induction hobs. Our dual fuel page shows the gas hob models we currently stock.
No. It needs a dedicated cooker circuit with its own switch, fitted by an electrician to the rating in the manual.
Yes, a 90cm model is only 30cm wider than a standard cooker, and the light colour keeps a small room from feeling crowded.
