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Types of Hob and Oven

A hob and oven is a common part of most kitchens and is available in a variety of designs. You can mix different types, such as electric and gas to meet your needs.

A hob could also be equipped with safety features, such as child and position controls. These are designed to prevent children from touching the hob and prevent them from changing the heat settings in error.

Types

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

Gas hobs provide a classic option. They are quick to heat up and react immediately to temperature fluctuations. Professional chefs prefer them because they offer precise control. They aren't as easy as other hobs to clean and could require more frequent maintenance.

Electric hobs are a flat ceramic surface that has heated elements beneath and are available in various sizes, with between four and six cooking zones. Each zone includes its own heating element, which can be controlled separately by you. This allows you to boil potatoes on one ring whilst cooking sausages in a different. This kind of hob is much easier to warm up than gas, and it offers the safety of children since the cooking zone gets hot only when you place an oven on it.

Ceramic hobs offer a stylish and user-friendly alternative to gas and electric hobs. They have a smooth and durable surface that is easy to clean. However they aren't as quick to respond to temperature fluctuations or cool down as other hobs.

The Domino hob is an alternative to electric and gas hobs. It incorporates ovens under the cooking surface. They can be fitted into smaller kitchens that have small installation space and work well in flats and kitchenettes. They are usually less expensive 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 installed in kitchen countertops to create seamless appearance. Gas hobs are typically powered by LPG or natural gas, however they can also be powered with propane gas. They have a sleek and modern design that can bring a touch of class to your modular kitchen.

A traditional gas stove has a range of burners, usually 4, but often as many as 6. The burners can be lit with a match or knob. The flames are then controlled by a series of valves which can be adjusted to control the temperature.

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

In the past, it was essential for a gas stove to be continuously lit to ensure that the burners were hot and fuelled. This was a safety measure to avoid accidents such as having the oven turned on while the stove was still lit by a match or pilot flame. Modern cookers are designed with safety in mind. They have a built-in flame failure device that shuts down the burners immediately should the pilot light fail.

Gas stoves and hobs need to be inspected, cleaned and maintained on a regular basis. To achieve this, it is recommended to arrange a visit with 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 avoid issues in the future.

Electricity

When it comes to designing your ideal kitchen, the countertops, fridge freezer and oven will always receive the most attention, but a quality hob is also essential. The type of hob you select will impact the way your kitchen functions and how easy it is to clean.

Electric hobs use heating elements underneath a smooth glass surface which is typically cleaned using a non-abrasive cleaning agent. These elements are activated when you turn on the hob and can be notched up to various power levels by turning or adjusting on a knob. They may take longer to heat up than a gas cooker, but once they are done, they are able to provide more constant temperature control. They come with built-in indicators that tell you whether a particular area is hot or not.

These rings are available in a range of four to six sizes and are notch-upable to different power levels. They are ideal for cookware that is flat however they aren't the ideal choice for cast iron pans since they can overheat. Some models come with dual-ring designs (such as the Belling BEL CH602T) that allow boiling water on one ring while you sauté sausages on the other. Some models include a boost function that concentrates the power of high-powered heat into one ring for stir fry cooking sauteing meat, or boiling large pots of water.

Induction hobs are distinct from conventional electric hobs because they use electromagnetic fields instead of traditional gas flames to heat your cookware. This allows them to reach precise temperatures in a shorter space of time and makes them highly energy efficient. They have a cool to the touch surface, and flashing indicators that let you know whether a ring was used or is still hot.

Ceramic

Ceramic is a material which can be transformed into decorative or practical objects. It is made by mixing clay with earthen elements, powders, and water, and firing it in a high temperature oven hob called a Kiln. Once it's made, it can then be painted or covered with decorative materials to add texture and color.

Ceramic hobs blend design and function to create a stunning piece of contemporary kitchen furniture. They work by using radiant heating technology that passes an electric current through the coiled elements hidden beneath the black glass surface of the hob. They produce heat when activated. This is then transferred to the pan by way of an infrared system. You can adjust the strength of the heating by adjusting the controls using a knobs or a touch.

Some ceramic hobs come with two rings, each with the smaller and the larger cooking zone. This lets you choose the appropriate size for your pan. There are hobs that have boosters that create powerful heat quickly. This is perfect for searing food or bringing pans to boil fast.

Ceramic cooktops are more energy efficient than other kinds of hobs because they take longer to heat up and change temperatures. You can also opt for vented cooktops that have a ventilation system with the cooktop made of ceramic. This makes sure that smoke, steam, and cooking smells don't linger in your house.

Induction

Induction hobs have heating elements made up of copper wire coils. These coils generate electromagnets, which warm the pans that are placed on the top. The coils stir up the free electrons inside the base metal of your pan, which then transfer heat evenly to your food. The surface of the hob is never hot, and the moment you remove your pan, the cooking zones turn off automatically.

Induction hobs oven are typically more expensive than other hobs however they're also quicker to heat and consume 30 to 70 percent less energy than ceramic or gas hobs. Induction hobs are also easier to clean since only the inside of the pan are heated but not the surface.

Certain manufacturers offer an induction model with additional features, for instance the pause feature that cuts off the power to your stove when you leave or link two cooking rings simultaneously at the same power for increased flexibility. They are often referred to as FlexInduction hobs. They can be more costly than traditional induction models but they're well worth considering if multitasking is important to you.

Our favorite is this induction cooktop from Smeg, with four cooking zones that are large enough with a bridge function as well as nine power levels, giving you a variety of options for the ambitious cook. In our tests, it performed very well with accurate control and fast heating when making pancakes. The hob also has dishwasher built-in and an automatic pan detection function to make cleaning easier. There is a limited selection of compatible pans it cannot be used for cooking with the utensils with a magnetic base. This could be a problem when you have a lot of non-compliant cookware, or just some of it is suitable for use on induction hobs.