More crumbs are likely near the counter space nearest to you.
Gap between back of electric stove and wall.
Can you install a ledge shelf to go over the back of the stove and attach to the wall.
Cover the gap between the range and the counter top with filler strips also called counter trim kits or stove top extenders.
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.
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.
Gap between the wall and the back of the stove.
I would watch what you are putting in them as they may get affected by the heat of the stove.
Measure from the edge of the counter to the back of the stove to determine the correct size for the gap cover.
Instead of having a plumber come out and recess the gas line expensive requires shutting off gas to unit cutting wall etc we are building a faux wall box to extend the wall above the gas line with a frame made of 2x4 and a piece of.
Electric range clearances i believe you will find that a gas range will require 6 inch to side wall.
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.
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.
I have mine on the stove control upper part mine isn t like yours that is flat across to the back.
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 is a 2 inch gap between my range and the back wall.
If the gap cover is shorter than the depth of your stove leave a gap between the wall and the 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.