can I remove top front section of oven unit ?

[Gary111]

Im fitting a hob but it is thicker than the worktop so I could do with removing the front upper section of the cabinet.

If I do should I do something to strengthen it or deflect heat from the worktop ?

eg reflective tape ?

thanks

 

[foxhole]

You can remove top section without affecting strength, oven is designed to allow air flow and should have no hot areas in contact with any timber.Hob transmits no heat to worktop .
Front underside of worktop need foil tape to help deflect the heat/steam emitted each time a hot oven is opened .