The cut-out table
All twenty rows below. Always confirm against the manual of the exact model — these are typical Indian-market sizes, not a guarantee.
| Appliance | Typical overall size (mm) | Cut-out (W x D x H, mm) | Services needed | Clearances | Your model / actual cut-out |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hob — 3 burner | 590 x 510 | 560 x 480 | PNG or LPG, 6A for ignition | 50 mm from any side wall, 700 mm above to chimney | |
| Hob — 4 burner | 780 x 510 | 745 x 480 | PNG or LPG, 6A for ignition | 75 mm side clearance, 100 mm front of counter edge | |
| Hob — 5 burner | 900 x 520 | 860 x 480 | PNG or LPG, 6A for ignition | One drawer below must clear the burner box depth | |
| Chimney — 60 cm | 600 x 500 x 600 | Wall fixing, no cut-out | 16A within 300 mm of the body | 650 to 750 mm above the hob surface | |
| Chimney — 90 cm | 900 x 500 x 620 | Wall fixing, no cut-out | 16A within 300 mm of the body | Duct run under 3 m with maximum two bends | |
| Built-in oven | 595 x 565 x 595 | 560 x 550 x 590 | 16A dedicated, not switched by the hob | Ventilated cavity, 50 mm rear gap | |
| Built-in microwave | 595 x 390 x 388 | 560 x 550 x 380 | 16A dedicated socket | Do not stack directly above the oven without a shelf | |
| Warming drawer | 595 x 540 x 140 | 560 x 550 x 140 | 16A | Usually below the oven in the same tall unit | |
| Dishwasher — 60 cm | 598 x 600 x 845 | 600 x 600 x 850 opening | 16A, cold inlet, drain at 600 mm | Full-height front panel option needs 5 mm gap | |
| Dishwasher — 45 cm | 448 x 600 x 845 | 450 x 600 x 850 opening | 16A, cold inlet, drain | Common in Mumbai flats where 600 mm cannot be spared | |
| Built-in fridge | 540–560 x 545 x 1772 | 560 x 550 x 1780 | 6A, dedicated circuit preferred | Ventilation grille top and bottom, 40 mm rear | |
| Free-standing fridge | 700 x 720 x 1800 | 770 x 760 opening | 6A | 50 mm around and 100 mm above for heat rejection | |
| Sink — single bowl | 600 x 450 x 220 | 580 x 430 | Waste 40 mm, deep-seal trap | 50 mm from the counter front edge minimum | |
| Sink — double bowl | 970 x 450 x 220 | 950 x 430 | Waste 40 mm each bowl, shared trap | Needs a minimum 1,050 mm cabinet | |
| Sink — under-mount | 550 x 400 x 200 | Template from the manufacturer | Waste 40 mm | Only with quartz or granite, not with laminate counters | |
| Built-in coffee machine | 595 x 375 x 455 | 560 x 550 x 450 | 16A, plumbed or tank | Do not place above 1,400 mm for cup access | |
| Water purifier | 350 x 250 x 500 | Wall or under-counter | 6A, cold inlet, drain | Drain must go to the waste line, not the sink bowl | |
| Washing machine — front load | 600 x 600 x 850 | 620 x 620 x 870 opening | 16A, cold inlet, drain at 650 mm | Level floor essential; 20 mm gap all round | |
| Wine cooler | 595 x 570 x 820 | 600 x 580 x 830 | 6A | Front ventilation model only if built in | |
| Hood-integrated hob | 830 x 520 | 800 x 480 | 16A plus gas | Needs a 900 mm deep base unit or a recirculation box |
Typical Indian-market dimensions in millimetres. Confirm against the manual of the model you buy.
How to use it
- Take it to the appliance showroom and write the actual model and cut-out in the last column before you leave.
- Give the completed sheet to the kitchen designer before the drawings are finalised, not after.
- Check the duct route for the chimney at the same time: under 3 m with a maximum of two bends is the practical limit.
- Confirm the fridge door swing against the nearest counter or wall before the layout is frozen.
Three carcass failures it prevents
- An oven cavity 20 mm too small. Not adjustable; it is a new tall unit.
- A dishwasher that will not go under the counter because the finished floor was laid after the carcass was measured.
- A hob 50 mm from a side wall. The clearance column exists for exactly this, and heat damage to an adjacent shutter is not covered by any warranty.
Pair it with the modular kitchen checklist and the kitchen appliance guide.
Frequently asked questions
Why do cut-outs vary between brands?+
Because there is no enforced Indian standard for built-in appliance dimensions. A 60 cm oven from two brands can differ by 20 to 40 mm in cavity depth and by more in the required ventilation gap. Twenty millimetres is the difference between a flush front and a carcass that has to be rebuilt.
What size chimney for a 4-burner hob?+
Ninety centimetres, not sixty. A 60 cm chimney over a 78 cm hob leaves the outer burners uncovered and the kitchen collects oil. Suction of 1,200 to 1,500 cubic metres per hour is appropriate for Indian cooking; the 800 m3/hr units sold for European kitchens are not.
How high should a chimney sit above the hob?+
650 to 750 mm from the hob surface to the underside of the chimney. Higher and suction drops sharply; lower and tall pans hit it. Coordinate with the false ceiling drop at design stage, because the duct has to reach the shaft above the ceiling line.
Can a dishwasher go anywhere in the run?+
Next to the sink, ideally within 600 mm of the drain, and it needs a 16A point and a cold inlet in the same bay. Putting it at the far end of the run means a long drain with poor fall, which produces smells and occasional backflow.
What about a built-in fridge?+
560 x 550 x 1780 mm cut-out for a typical tall unit, with ventilation grilles at top and bottom and 40 mm at the rear. Built-in fridges cost two to three times a free-standing equivalent for the same capacity, which is worth knowing before the tall unit is designed around one.