Gap between the wall and the back of the stove.
Gap between back of electric stove and wall.
If the gap cover is shorter than the depth of your stove leave a gap between the wall and the cover.
Also you may find that the manufacturing installation instructions for electric ranges are rated for 0 clearance but will recommend 6 inches to reduce steam and grease damage to a wall surface.
There is a 2 inch gap between my range and the back wall.
This is not our photo but this describes a similar situation.
Measure from the edge of the counter to the back of the stove to determine the correct size for the gap cover.
Check with the manufacturer to see if there is a stovetop extender a piece of matching metal that fits on the back of the unit and bridges the gap between it and the wall.
More crumbs are likely near the counter space nearest to you.
Electric range clearances i believe you will find that a gas range will require 6 inch to side wall.
This wouldn t be a problem other than we keep several small items on the counter where they could easily be knocked behind the range.
If not purchase a generic stovetop extender an l shaped piece of metal or vinyl that attaches to the back of the stove and covers the gap.
Bed bath and beyond has metal baskets that are oblong that you could put up so they are close to the level of the back of your stove.
The power plug on the new range causes the back of the range to be two to three inches from the wall.
That should cover the gap as well as give you a sturdy spot to house salt pepper and perhaps a utensil it two helpful.
There will still be enough of a gap below the faux wall for the gas line and electrical outlet so the gas hose line doesn t get pinched but it will allow the stove to look like it s pushed all the way against the wall and keep things from dropping behind the freestanding stove.
Most manufacturers offer strips that come in common appliance colors such as stainless steel white black or bisque.
Can you install a ledge shelf to go over the back of the stove and attach to the wall.
I would watch what you are putting in them as they may get affected by the heat of the stove.