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Types of Hob and Oven A stove and oven are a common part of most kitchens and can come in a variety of styles. You can mix different types of ovens, like gas and electric to meet your requirements. Safety features such as the controls for child and position can be integrated into a hob. These features will prevent children from accidentally changing the temperature setting or touching the hob. Types The hob is the focal element of any kitchen and can have a significant impact on the outcome of your cooking. There are a variety of types of hob and the one you choose will be based on what your specific cooking needs are. Gas hobs are the classic choice and offer a fast heating function and instant response to temperature fluctuations. Professional chefs prefer them since they are precise in their control. They aren't as simple to clean as other hobs and may require more maintenance. Electric hobs are a flat ceramic surface with heated elements beneath and can be found in a variety of sizes with between four and six cooking zones. Each zone is equipped with its own heating element that can be controlled individually by you. This allows you to boil potatoes on one ring whilst cooking sausages in another. This kind of hob can be quicker to heat than gas and is an option for children to be safe since the cooking area only heats up when you place a pot on it. Ceramic hobs are a chic and user-friendly alternative to gas and electric hobs. They have a smooth, durable surface that is easy to clean but aren't as quick to respond to temperature fluctuations as other hobs and are slower to cool down. Domino hobs are a space-saving alternative to gas and electric hobs that have ovens underneath the cooking surface. They can be fitted into smaller kitchens that have small installation space and are ideal for kitchenettes and flats. They are usually less expensive than standard hobs and are energy efficient however they are also fragile and require more attention than other types of cooker. Gas Gas hobs are cooktops that have burners that can easily be integrated into kitchen countertops for a seamless appearance. They are usually powered by natural or liquid petroleum gas (LPG) however they can be powered by propane gas. The sleek, modern design can enhance your modular cooking space. A traditional gas stove comes with a range of burners, usually 4 but often as many as 6. The burners can be ignited by a match or a knob. The flames are controlled by a set of valves which can be adjusted to regulate the temperature. However, the majority of modern gas hobs that have built-in gas burners feature multi-flame burners that allow you to manage the outer and inner rings of each burner to control your cooking. These kinds of burners offer faster heating times and are more reliable than the old-fashioned ones. In the past, it was essential for the gas stove to be continuously lit to ensure that the burners remained hot and well-fueled. This was done to prevent accidents, for example, the mistake of turning on an oven when the stove is still lit by the help of a match or a pilot light. Modern cookers have been made with safety in mind as a priority. They are equipped with a device to stop the flame that shuts off the burners when the pilot light is not working. Gas stoves and hobs have to be regularly inspected and cleaned as well as maintained. To accomplish this, you must make an appointment with a Gas Safe registered engineer. They will not only be able to ensure that your appliance functions properly, but they will also provide expert advice on how you can prevent any future issues. Electric A well-designed hob is just as important in making the perfect kitchen. Worktops, refrigerators, freezers and ovens are always the first things that pop up to mind. Whether you opt for a conventional, induction, or gas cooker, the type of hob you choose can affect the way your kitchen functions and how easy it is to keep clean. oven with hob have heating elements set beneath a smooth glass surface. This is usually cleaned with a nonabrasive cleaner. The heating 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 heat up than gas cookers, but once they have done so, they tend to offer better, constant temperature control. They have built-in indicators that tell you if a zone is hot or not. Typically, they come in four to six different sizes of rings that can be notched up to different power levels. They are ideal for cookware with a flat base however they aren't the ideal option for cast iron pans as they can overheat. Some models have dual-ring designs (such as the Belling BEL CH602T) that allow you to boil water on one ring and saute sausages on a different. Certain models come with a Boost function that concentrates high-temperature elements into one ring. This is helpful for stir-frying, searing meat, or boiling large pots. Induction hobs differ from conventional electric hobs because they make use of electromagnetic fields instead of traditional gas flames to heat your cookware. They can achieve precise temperatures faster and are more energy efficient. They have a cool to the touch surface, and flashing indicators that let you know that a ring has been used or is still hot. Ceramic Ceramics can be used to make decorative or functional objects. It is formed by mixing earthen elements, clay powders and water into an exact shape, and then fired in a high-temperature oven known as the”kiln. Once it's made, it can be covered with decorative or paint-like substances to add color and texture. Ceramic hobs combine form and function to create an impressive piece of modern kitchen furniture. Radiant heating technology is employed to heat the ceramic hobs by passing an electric current through coiled elements that are hidden under the black glass surface. They generate heat when activated, which is then transferred to the pan by way of an infrared system. You can alter the intensity of the heating by adjusting the controls with touch or knobs. Some ceramic hobs come with dual-ring designs, having one smaller and one larger cooking zone which allows you to select the ideal size for your pan. You can also find hobs with booster burners which produce high-powered heat in a short time ideal for searing meat or bringing pans of boiling water to a boil quickly. Ceramic cooktops are more efficient in energy than other types of hobs as they take longer to heat up and alter temperatures. There are vented hobs that integrate a ventilation system within the ceramic cooktop, ensuring smoke, steam and cooking smells don't stay in your home. Induction The heating elements of induction hobs consist of copper wire coils under the surface, which create electromagnets that heat the pans sitting on them. The coils agitate the free electrons in your pan's metal base and then transfer heat evenly and directly to your food. The surface of the stove is never hot and the cooking zones are automatically turned off when the pan is removed. Induction hobs 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. They're also easier to clean because the surface of the hob isn't hot, and only the contents of your pan do. Certain manufacturers offer an induction model with extra features, such as a pause feature that cuts off the power to your cooker when you leave it, or link up two cooking rings at the same power level for greater flexibility. These are often referred to as FlexInduction hobs and can be more expensive than traditional models, however they're worth looking into if are a multi-tasker. Our top pick is this induction hob made by Smeg, which has four cooking zones that are large enough that have a bridge function, as well as nine power levels that give you plenty of choice for ambitious cooks. It did well in our test with a fast heating speed and accurate control when making pancakes. The hob also has dishwasher built-in and an automatic pan detection feature to make cleaning a lot easier. There's a small selection of pans that are compatible, and it can't be used to cook with the utensils with a magnetic base. This can be a problem when you have a large quantity of cookware that's not compatible or some of it is compatible with induction cooktops.