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Types of Hob and Oven

A hob and oven is a common part of most kitchens, and comes in a variety of designs. You can even mix types such as domino, electric and gas to suit your cooking requirements.

Safety features such as the controls for child and position can be included in the hob. These can prevent children from touching the hob and stop them changing the heat settings in error.

Types

The hob is the focal element of any kitchen and has a huge impact on the results of your cooking. There are many kinds of hobs, and which one you pick will depend on the cooking requirements you have.

Gas hobs are the most popular choice and offer a fast heating function and instant response to temperature fluctuations. Professional chefs prefer them since they provide precise control. However, they're not as easy to clean as other hobs and could require a higher level of maintenance.

Electric hobs are a flat ceramic surface that has heated elements beneath. They are available in a variety of sizes with between four and six cooking zones. Each zone has a separate heating element that you can control separately. This lets you boil potatoes on one ring and cooking sausages in another. This type of hob is able to be quicker to heat than gas and is a child-safe option because the cooking zone is only heated when you place a pot on it.

Ceramic hobs are a chic and user-friendly option to electric and gas hobs. They have an extremely smooth and durable surface that is easy to clean. However they aren't as fast to respond to temperature fluctuations or cool down as other hobs.

The Domino hob is a space-saving alternative to gas and electric hobs. It incorporates ovens and hobs under the cooking surface. They are ideal for kitchens that have small space. They can also be used in kitchenettes and flats. They are often cheaper than a standard cooker and are energy efficient but can be fragile and require more attention than other types of cookers.

Gas

A gas hob is a cooktop with burners that can be incorporated in kitchen countertops to create a seamless look. Gas hobs are typically powered by LPG or natural gas, however they can also be powered with propane gas. They feature a modern and sleek design that can bring a touch of class to your modular kitchen.

A traditional gas stove is equipped with a number of burners. Usually there are four burners, however it can be as many as six. These are ignited with either an igniter or by turning a knob. The flames can then be controlled by a set of valves which can be adjusted in temperature.

However, the majority of modern built-in gas hobs have multi-flame burners that let you regulate the outer and inner ring of each burner to manage your cooking. These burners are much faster and more reliable than earlier models.

Traditionally, it was important to keep a gas stove on continuously to ensure the burners were constantly fueled and hot. This was to avoid accidents, for example, not turning on the oven hob when the stove was still lit with the help of a match or a pilot light. Modern cookers have been designed with safety as a top priority. They are fitted with a device to stop the flame that shuts off the burners when the pilot light fails to work.

Gas stoves and hobs have to be regularly checked, cleaned and maintained. To do this, you should book a visit from an Gas Safe registered engineer. Not only will they be able to make sure your appliance is operating properly as well, but they'll offer expert advice and guidance on how to prevent any problems in the near future.

Electric

When it comes to designing your perfect kitchen the countertops, fridge freezer and ovens will always get the most attention, but a quality hob is equally important. If you choose a conventional, induction, or gas cooker the type of hob you choose can impact how your kitchen operates and how easy it is to keep clean.

Electric hobs use heating elements under the glass surface, which is typically cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner. The heating elements are activated when you turn on the hob and can be adjusted to different power levels using a control knob. They can take a little longer to warm up than a gas cooker but once they have done so, they are able to provide more regular temperature control. They also come with indicators to let you know when a space is in use or still hot from cooking.

Typically, these come in a range of four to six sizes which can be adjusted to different power levels. They are ideal for flat-based cookware but aren't the best hob uk option for cast iron pans because they can get hot. Some models (such as Belling BELCH602T) come with dual rings that let you cook sausages and boil water in the same ring. Certain models come with a Boost feature that concentrates high heat into one ring. This is useful for stirring-frying, searing meat or boiling large pots.

Induction hobs are distinct from standard electric models because they utilize electromagnetic fields instead of traditional gas flames to heat your cookware. They can achieve precise temperatures quicker and are more efficient in energy use. They feature a cool to the touch surface, and flashing indicators that let you know that a ring has been used or is still hot.

Ceramic

Ceramic is a material that can be used to create useful or decorative objects. It is made by mixing earthen elements, clay, powders and water to a specific shape, then subsequently fired in a high-temperature oven, also known as a"kiln. After it's been made, it can be covered with paint-like or decorative substances to add colour and texture.

Ceramic hobs blend form and function to create an impressive piece of contemporary kitchen furniture. Radiant heating technology is employed to heat ceramic hobs by passing an electrical current through coiled elements that are concealed beneath the black glass surface. When activated, they generate heat that is then transferred to the pan via an infrared heating system. You can alter the intensity of this heating by controlling the controls using a touch or knobs.

Certain ceramic hobs feature two rings, each with a smaller and a larger cooking zone. This lets you select the right size for your pan. There are hobs that have boosters that create high-powered heat quickly. This is great for searing food or bringing pans to boil fast.

Ceramic cooktops are more efficient in energy than other types of hobs and ovens due to the fact that they take longer to heat up and change temperatures. You can also select vented cooktops that have ventilation systems with the ceramic cooktop. This ensures that smoke, steam and cooking smells do not linger in your house.

Induction

Induction hobs have heating elements composed of copper wire coils. The coils create electromagnets, which warm the pans that are placed on top of them. The coils stir the free electrons in the base metal of your pan, which then transfer heat evenly to your food. The surface of the stove is never hot and the cooking zones automatically turn off when your pan is removed.

Induction hobs tend to be more expensive, but they also get hotter faster and use 30 to 70% less energy than gas or other types. They're also easier to clean because the surface of the hob doesn't get hot and only the contents of your pan do.

Certain manufacturers provide an induction model with additional features, like the pause feature, which cuts the power to the stove when you walk away or link two cooking rings simultaneously at the same power for increased flexibility. These are sometimes referred to as FlexInduction hobs. They are more expensive than traditional induction models but they're well worth considering when multitasking is important to you.

Our favorite is this induction cooktop from Smeg, which has four cooking zones that are large enough, a bridge function and nine power levels that give you a wide range of options for those who want to cook with a lot of passion. It was a great performer in our test with a fast heating speed and precise control when making pancakes. The hob also has dishwasher built-in and an automatic pan detection function to make cleaning even more simple. There's a small selection of compatible pans it isn't used to cook using the utensils with a magnetic base. It could be a problem if have a large quantity of cookware that's not compatible or only some of it is compatible with induction hobs.