Question from Guadalupe
Hi Debra,
I’m in the market for something to cover the gap between my stove and countertop. I like the silicone insert strips, but the ones I’ve found are 20 1/2 inches long, and shorter than I need. I am considering Chef’S Plate Spacetape, but am concerned about its materials. I called the manufacturer and was told the tape is made of PTFE (Teflon type nonstick), and that their PTFE will not outgass unless heated to 500 degrees F. And it stays put via a food safe silicone adhesive which Chef’S Plate manufacture themselves as well. I asked if the adhesive had other ingredients besides silicone and got no answer. What do you think of the safety of this Spacetape? Thanks in advance!
Debra’s Answer
Well, I looked for this online and couldn’t find it at all.
I think the space between your counter and stove won’t reach 500 degrees.
The adhesive will probably outgas within a few days, if it has an odor at all.
Without seeing it, just from your description it sounds like it would be OK, but I would test a bit first before installing it.
Is there another option? I have a small gap between my stove and counter too, but I just leave it open. I don’t feel like I want to use that tape just to not have a gap.
I personally dislike the gap between stove and counter because food debris and residues get trapped there. It is not possible to clean it without removing the stove. I discovered some stainless steel covers for this gap a Kitchen Outlet at Tanger Outlet center. The next kitchen I have I hope to plan the kitchen layout myself before construction with either a freestanding range that does not touch the cabinet or cooktop built onto the counter without a gap.