Product review (4 stars): A very nice cook top
I obtained this cooktop from another source. I did look at the single review here and reviews in general, and also checked reviews from other places. Since I was not using a downdraft hood, I feel that this cooktop was the best I could get for the money charged. Specifications were exact, and I was able to cut counter access before arrival. The cooktop slipped right in, and was connected in a matter of 10 minutes. Gas flame was beautiful and even. I am still amazed at how evenly this thing cooks! I am pretty well convinced that most damage to this cooktop would occur under conditions of too high flame settings being used for too long a time. The grates seem heavy duty, very strong. I will return after a fair trial, and update this review.

As promised, I have returned after about 2 months of use to update my review. The grates on the stove remain pretty nice and smooth. The entire cooktop is very easy to clean with a small amount of dishwashing soap and hot water. I have cleaned the burners, but I am careful to  only clean one at a time, so that the parts do not become mixed. The height of the cooking flame continues to intrigue me as I have found that I cook on a much lower flame using this stove than my last one. My gas bill is down slightly also