La Cornue: The Ultimate Luxury Range Experience

La Cornue ranges represent the absolute pinnacle of culinary equipment. Handcrafted in France since 1908, these ranges are both functional cooking tools and works of art.

The La Cornue Heritage

French Craftsmanship

History:

Founded 1908 by Albert Dupuy

Originally for professional kitchens

Became residential status symbol

Each range hand-built in Normandy

Philosophy:

Form and function equally important

Tradition meets innovation

Uncompromising quality

Made to last generations

Manufacturing Process

Handcrafted production:

100+ hours of hand labor per range

Individual artisan assembly

Hand-applied enamel finish

Custom color matching

La Cornue Product Lines

Château Series

The flagship:

Largest, most elaborate designs

Multiple oven configurations

Extensive cooking surfaces

Statement piece for grand kitchens

43" to 71" widths

CornuFé Series

More accessible luxury:

Classic La Cornue design

Refined scale

36" and 43" options

Entry point to La Cornue ownership

CornuChef

Professional design:

Contemporary styling

Professional functionality

Modern kitchen fit

Unique Technologies

Vaulted Oven

Signature feature:

Arched oven ceiling

Natural convection patterns

Even heat distribution

Traditional roasting excellence

Gas Plate

Traditional burner system:

Exposed gas flame

Immediate response

Professional heat control

Plancha

Flat cooking surface:

Even heat distribution

Versatile cooking

Easy maintenance

Customization Options

Color Selection

Extensive palette:

40+ standard colors

Custom color matching available

Coordinated trim options

Brass, chrome, nickel, copper fittings

Configuration Options

Personalization:

Burner configuration

Oven types (gas, electric, both)

Add-ons (rotisserie, salamander)

Hood matching available

Price Considerations

Investment Level

Typical pricing:

CornuFé: $8,000-$15,000

Château: $40,000-$150,000+

Custom configurations higher

Delivery timeline:

16-20 weeks typical

Custom orders longer

Professional delivery required

Service Considerations

Specialized Knowledge Required

La Cornue service:

Requires trained technicians

Parts directly from France

Longer repair timelines possible

Worth the investment in care

Maintenance

Regular care:

Clean enamel with appropriate products

Brass/metal polish as needed

Burner maintenance

Annual professional inspection

Is La Cornue Right for You?

Ideal Owners

• Serious home cooks
• Design-conscious homeowners
• Long-term home investment
• Appreciation for craftsmanship
• Kitchen as centerpiece philosophy

Dover area Presence

La Cornue ranges are found in Dover's finest homes. We service these extraordinary ranges with the care and expertise they deserve.