KitchenAid KCGS956ESS
A gas cooktop needs a countertop cutout of 35 3/16″ W × 19 13/16″ D — from the manufacturer spec sheet.
Key specifications
35 3/16″Cutout W
19 13/16″Cutout D
36 1/4″Width
21″Depth
| Countertop cutout (W×D) | 35 3/16″ × 19 13/16″ |
|---|---|
| Overall (W×D) | 36 1/4″ × 21″ |
| Fuel type | Gas |
| Brand | KitchenAid |
| Model number | KCGS956ESS |
Manufacturer countertop cutout:
35 3/16″ W ×
19 13/16″ D.
From the manufacturer’s specification sheet — the exact opening this drop-in cooktop needs cut into the countertop.
Frequently asked
What cutout does the KitchenAid KCGS956ESS need?
The KitchenAid KCGS956ESS needs a countertop cutout of 35 3/16″ W × 19 13/16″ D.
Will the KitchenAid KCGS956ESS fit my counter?
Cut the countertop to the 35 3/16″ × 19 13/16″ opening — template from the spec sheet, since a half-inch off can’t be undone in stone.
How accurate are the KitchenAid KCGS956ESS’s dimensions?
Every figure is taken from the manufacturer’s specification sheet for this exact model — never estimated, never crowd-sourced.
Measured from official ENERGY STAR data + manufacturer spec sheets · Last verified May 2026