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Types of Hob and Oven

A hob and oven is an essential part of many kitchens, and comes in many different styles. You can mix different types, like gas and electric to meet your needs.

Safety features like child and position controls could be included in a hob. These can prevent children from touching the hob, and stop them from changing the temperature settings in error.

Types

The hob is the main focal element of any kitchen and can have a significant impact on the final outcome of your cooking. However, there are many different types of hob and the one you select will be based on what your specific cooking requirements are.

Gas hobs are a popular option. They are quick to heat up and respond instantly to temperature changes. Professional chefs prefer them because they are precise in their control. However, they aren't as easy to clean as other hobs, and they may require a higher degree of maintenance.

Electric hobs have a flat ceramic surface and heated elements underneath. They come in different sizes and with up to six cooking zones. Each zone is equipped with its own heating element that can be controlled individually by you. You can boil potatoes on one ring, while cooking sausages on a different. This type of hob is easier to heat up than gas, and also offers the safety of children since the cooking zone becomes hot only when you put a pot on it.

Traditional ceramic hobs are a user-friendly alternative to electric and gas and are a stylish option. They have a smooth, hard-wearing surface that is easy clean but aren't as responsive to temperature changes as other hobs and can be slower to cool down.

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

Gas

Gas hobs are cooktops equipped with burners that can be easily integrated into kitchen countertops for a seamless appearance. They are typically used with natural or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) but can also be powered by propane gas. They are modern and sleek design that can bring a touch of class to your modular kitchen.

A traditional gas stove has various burners, typically 4 but sometimes as many as 6. The burners can be lit with a match or knob. The flames are controlled by a set of valves that can be adjusted to control the temperature.

Contrary to this, modern gas hobs with built-in gas are equipped with multi-flame burners that allow you to regulate the outer and inner rings of each burner to manage your cooking. These kinds of burners offer faster heating times and are more reliable than the older models.

In the past, it was necessary for gas stoves to be constantly lit to ensure that the burners remained hot and fuelled. This was done to avoid accidents, such as the mistake of turning on an oven and hob when the stove was still lit by an igniter or a match. Modern cookers are designed with safety in mind. They include a built-in flame safety device that shuts down the burners immediately should the pilot light fail.

Gas stoves and hobs should be cleaned, checked and maintained regularly. The best hobs method to do this is to arrange a maintenance visit with a qualified Gas Safe registered engineer. Not only will they be able to ensure that your appliance is operating properly as well, but they'll also offer expert advice and suggestions on how to avoid problems in the future.

Electric

A well-designed hob is equally important when it comes to making your kitchen the best it can be. Refrigerators, worktops, freezers, and ovens are the first things that pop up to your mind. The type of hob you select will influence the way your kitchen functions and how easy it is for you to clean it.

Electric hobs and ovens are powered by heating elements that are placed on a smooth glass surface which is typically wiped down with a non-abrasive cleaning agent. These elements are activated when you switch on the hob and can be adjusted to various power levels by turning a knob. They can take a little longer to warm up than a gas cooker but once they are done, they usually provide better, constant temperature control. They also come with indicators to let you know when a space is being used or hot from cooking.

They are available in four to six different sizes and are notch-upable to various power levels. They are great for flat-based cookware but not for cast iron cookware, since they can get hot. Certain models (such as Belling BELCH602T) come with dual rings that let you cook sausages and boil water on the same ring. Certain models come with a Boost function that concentrates high heat into one ring. This is helpful for stirring-frying, searing meat or boiling large pots.

Induction hobs are distinct from conventional electric hobs because they use electromagnetic fields instead of traditional gas flames to cook your food. This allows them to reach precise temperatures in a smaller time frame, which makes them highly energy efficient. They also have a cool to the touch surface and flashing heat indicators that inform you that the ring is in use or is still hot.

Ceramic

Ceramics can be used to create decorative or functional objects. It is made by mixing clay with earthen elements, powders, and water, and firing it in a high-temperature oven and hob called a Kiln. Once it's made, it can be covered with paint-like or decorative substances to give it a more textured and vibrant look.

Ceramic hobs are a perfect blend of design and function to create an impressive piece of contemporary kitchen furniture. Radiant heating technology is used to heat ceramic hobs by passing an electrical current through coiled elements that are hidden under the black glass surface. They generate heat when activated, which is then transferred to the pan via an infrared system. You can adjust the intensity of this heating by controlling the controls with knobs or buttons.

Certain ceramic hobs feature two rings, each with the smaller and the larger cooking zone. This lets you select the right size for your pan. You can also find hobs with booster burners which generate high-powered heat rapidly perfect for searing food or bringing pans of boiling water to a boil in a short time.

As compared to other types of hobs ceramic cooktops typically take longer to heat up and change temperature however, once they're done they are generally more efficient in energy use. There are vented cooktops that incorporate an air-conditioning system inside the cooktop's ceramic surface, making sure the cooking smells aren't left within your home.

Induction

The heating elements inside induction hobs consist of copper wire coils beneath the surface. They create electromagnets that heat the pans that sit on them. The coils stir up the free electrons in the base of your pan and then transfer heat evenly and directly to your food. The surface of the stove is never hot, and as soon as you remove your pan the cooking zones switch off automatically.

Induction hobs are usually more expensive than other models however, they're also more efficient to heat and consume 30-70% less energy than gas or ceramic hobs. They're also easier to clean, as the hob surface itself isn't heated, but the contents of your pan do.

Some manufacturers offer a special induction model that has additional features, such as the ability to pause that shuts off the power to your stove whenever you move away from it, or link up two cooking rings at the same power level for additional flexibility. These are sometimes called FlexInduction hobs. They can be more costly than traditional induction models, however, they're worth considering when multitasking is important to you.

This induction hob is our top choice. It comes with four large cooking zones with a Bridge function and nine power settings, offering you a lot of options for hob and oven ambitious cooks. It was a great performer in our test with fast heating and precise control when making pancakes. The hob also has dishwasher built-in and an automatic pan detection function to make cleaning even simpler. There's a small selection of pans that are compatible, and it can't be used to cook with the utensils with magnetic bases. This can be a problem if you have a lot of non-compatible cookware or only some of it is suitable for induction hobs.