Thermador
Thermador Masterpiece Pedestal Star 36" Gas Cooktop
Best high-performance gas cooktop for serious home chefs seeking precise control.
Elevate your culinary experience with the Thermador Masterpiece 36" Built-In Gas Cooktop. Featuring five powerful Pedestal Star Burners, this cooktop offers exceptional performance and precise heat control for all your cooking needs. The ExtraLow Slect setting ensures gentle simmering, perfect for delicate sauces and preparations. Crafted with a durable stainless steel surface, it seamlessly integrates into your kitchen design. Enjoy a superior cooking experience with Thermador's innovative design and reliable performance, making it a centerpiece for any modern kitchen. Elevate your kitchen with the Thermador Masterpiece Pedestal Star 36" Gas Cooktop, designed for both flexibility and exceptional performance. This cooktop features five sealed burners, including a powerful 18,000 BTU center burner and two ExtraLow® Select simmer burners for precise control. The patented Star® Burner design ensures superior heat distribution, while continuous cast iron grates allow for effortless movement of cookware. Its seamless stainless steel surface and QuickClean Base® simplify cleaning, making it a stylish and practical addition to any home.
$3199.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
77
/ 828
#77 in Cooktops
Price vs Category Average
+57%
Above average
Color Finish
Stainless steel
/ Stainless steel
Who it's for
- Home chefs demanding precise heat control for delicate sauces and searing
- Design-conscious homeowners seeking a professional, long-lasting kitchen centerpiece
- Busy cooks wanting a low-maintenance surface that cleans up quickly
Who should skip it
- Budget-focused shoppers looking for a more affordable kitchen appliance
- Renovators with limited space or budget for high-capacity ventilation systems
- Owners living in areas with limited access to specialized service
Performance breakdown
Heat Distribution
Patented Star Burner design ensures exceptionally even heat across all cookware.
Simmer Precision
ExtraLow Select settings provide professional-grade control for the most delicate sauces.
Cleaning Efficiency
QuickClean Base and raised pedestals make surface maintenance remarkably simple.
Build Quality
High-grade 304 stainless steel offers lasting durability and a premium aesthetic.
Cookware Mobility
Continuous cast iron grates allow for effortless sliding between burner zones.
Control Interface
Illuminated knobs provide clear visual feedback on burner status during operation.
Key Specs
Color Finish
Stainless steel
Product Height
5 3/8 inches
Product Width
37 inches
Product Depth
21 1/4 inches
Cooktop Surface Type
Grate
Number of Burners
5
Width
37 in.
Depth
21.25 in.
Features
- Five Pedestal Star Burners for powerful and precise cooking
- ExtraLow Slect setting for gentle simmering
- Durable stainless steel construction
- Built-in design for seamless kitchen integration
- Easy-to-use knob controls
- Patented Star® Burner design for superior flame distribution
- ExtraLow® Select burner with 5 precise simmer settings
- QuickClean Base® for reduced food buildup and easy cleaning
- Raised pedestal burners for accessible surface cleaning
- Illuminated knob lighting indicates burner status
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Thermador Masterpiece Pedestal Star 36 inch Gas Cooktop for its exceptional cooking performance and sophisticated design. Users frequently highlight the powerful Star burners, noting their precise heat control and even distribution, which significantly enhances culinary results. The cooktop's elegant aesthetic and robust build quality are also recurring themes, contributing to a premium kitchen experience. While a significant investment, owners often feel the superior functionality and luxurious appearance justify the cost, making it a highly valued centerpiece in their homes.
Know before you buy
The patented Star® shape increases the surface area of the burner, which allows for more even heat distribution across the bottom of your cookware. This design helps eliminate cold spots and provides more consistent results compared to traditional circular burner heads.
The ExtraLow® Select feature cycles the burner on and off to maintain a very precise, low temperature. This allows you to simmer delicate sauces or melt chocolate without the risk of scorching, offering five distinct simmer settings for total control.
Yes, the unit is preset for natural gas but includes a nozzle set that allows for conversion to liquid propane (LPG) if needed.
Cleaning is simplified by the QuickClean Base® and the raised pedestal design. Because the burners are elevated above the stainless steel surface, you can easily wipe underneath them without having to disassemble the entire cooktop.
Yes, the control knobs feature integrated illumination that lights up when a burner is in use. This provides a clear visual indicator that the gas is on, adding an extra layer of safety to your kitchen.
To ensure a proper fit, your countertop cutout must measure 34 15/16 inches wide by 19 1/8 inches deep, with a height clearance of 3 13/16 inches.
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