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Types of Hob and Oven

A oven and hob (speaking of) is a common part of most kitchens, and comes in a variety of styles. You can even mix varieties such as domino, electric and gas to suit your cooking needs.

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

Types

In the center of every kitchen, the hob takes centre stage and plays a major part in how your cooking comes out. There are many different types of hobs available, and which one you pick will depend on the cooking requirements you have.

Gas hobs are the most popular choice and offer a fast heat-up function and instant reaction to temperature changes. They are a popular choice for professional chefs as they provide precise control. However, they are not as 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 a variety of sizes and come with four to six cooking zones. Each zone has its own heating element which you can regulate individually. You can boil potatoes on one ring, while cooking sausages in another. This kind of hob can be quicker to heat than gas and is a child-safe option since the cooking area is only heated when you put a pan on it.

Traditional ceramic hobs are a convenient alternative to electric and gas and are also a very fashionable option. They have a smooth, hard-wearing surface that is easy to clean, but they aren't as responsive to temperature changes like other hobs and are slower to cool down.

The Domino hob is a space-saving option to electric and gas hobs. It incorporates ovens under the cooking surface. They are perfect for kitchens that have limited space. They are also suitable for kitchenettes and flats. They are typically less expensive than a standard cooker and can be very energy-efficient however they can be brittle and require more attention than other types of cooker.

Gas

Gas hobs are cooktops with burners that can be easily fitted into the kitchen countertop for a seamless appearance. Gas hobs are usually powered by LPG or natural gas, however they are also powered by propane gas. The modern, sleek design can add sophistication to your cooking space that is modular.

A traditional gas stove comes with various burners, usually 4, but often as many as 6. The burners can be lit by a match or a knob. The flames are controlled by the valves that can be adjusted to regulate the temperature.

Contrary to this, modern gas hobs that have built-in gas burners feature multi-flame burners that allow you to control the inner and outer rings of each burner to precisely manage your cooking. These types of burners allow for much faster heating times and are more reliable than older models.

In the past, it was necessary for a gas stove to be constantly lit to ensure that the burners remained hot and well-fueled. This was done to avoid accidents, for example, accidentally turning on an oven when the stove was still lit with the help of a match or a pilot light. Modern cookers are designed with safety in mind. They have a built-in flame failure device that shuts off burners immediately should the pilot light fail.

Gas stoves and hobs must be checked, cleaned and maintained regularly. The best way to ensure this is to book a maintenance visit with a certified Gas Safe registered engineer. They will not only make sure that your appliance is operating correctly, but they will also provide expert advice on how you can prevent any future issues.

Electric

A well-designed hob is just as crucial when it comes to making the perfect kitchen. Worktops, refrigerators freezers and ovens hobs are always the first things that pop up to the mind. Whether you opt for a conventional, induction or gas cooker the kind of hob you pick can affect how your kitchen operates and how easy it is to clean.

Electric hobs are powered by heating elements under the glass surface, which is typically cleaned using a non-abrasive cleaning agent. These elements are activated when you turn the hob on and can be adjusted to various power levels by turning or pressing a control knob. They can take some time to warm up but once they've done so, they are in place, they provide more reliable and consistent temperature control. They are equipped with indicators that let you know whether a particular area is hot or not.

They are available in a range of four to six sizes and are notch-upable to various power levels. They are ideal for flat-based cookware but not for cast iron cookware, as they can overheat. Some models come with dual-ring designs (such as the Belling BEL CH602T) that permit boiling water on one ring and saute sausages on another. Certain models come with a Boost feature that concentrates the highest heat in one ring. This is useful for stir-frying, searing meat, or boiling large pots.

Induction hobs differ from standard electric models because they use electromagnetic fields instead of conventional gas flames to heat your cookware. This allows them to achieve precise temperatures in a short period of time, making them extremely energy efficient. They also have a cool to the touch surface and flashing heat indicators to inform you that the ring is either in use or still hot.

Ceramic

Ceramics can be used to create functional or decorative objects. It is made by mixing clay with earthen elements, powders and water, and then firing it in a high temperature oven hob called a Kiln. After it's formed it can be coated or painted with decorative materials to give it texture and colour.

Ceramic hobs blend design and function to create an exquisite 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. They produce heat when activated. This is transferred to your pan through an infrared system. You can adjust the strength of this heating by controlling the controls via knobs or a touch.

Some ceramic hobs have dual rings, with a smaller and a larger cooking area. This lets you choose the ideal size for your pan. There are hobs with boosters that produce powerful heat quickly. This is ideal for searing food or bringing pans to boil fast.

In comparison to other types of hobs, ceramic cooktops typically take longer to heat up and alter temperature however once they do, they are generally more efficient in energy use. You can also opt for vented hobs, which integrate an air-conditioning system that is integrated into the ceramic cooktop. This ensures that smoke, steam, and cooking smells don't stay in your home.

Induction

The heating elements in hobs with induction are made up of a set of copper wire coils beneath the surface, which generate electromagnets to heat pans sitting on them. The coils stir the free electrons within the base metal of your pan which then transfers heat evenly to your food. The surface of the hob never gets hot and, the moment you remove your pan the cooking zones switch off automatically.

Induction hobs are typically more expensive than other types, but they're also faster to heat and use 30-70% less energy than gas or ceramic hobs. They're also easier to clean as the hob surface itself isn't hot, and only the contents of your pan do.

Certain manufacturers offer a specific induction model with extra features like the ability to pause, which cuts the power to your stove when you step away from it, or link up two cooking rings at the same power level to provide greater flexibility. These are often called FlexInduction hobs and can be more expensive than traditional induction models but they're worth a look if you prefer to multitask.

Our favorite is this induction hob made by Smeg, with four cooking zones of good size that have a bridge function, as well as nine power levels that give you a wide range of options for those who want to cook with a lot of passion. It did well in our tests with fast heating and accurate control when making pancakes. The hob also has an integrated dishwasher as well as an automatic pan detection feature to make cleaning even simpler. The only issue is that there are only a few compatible pans, and you cannot make use of it for cooking with utensils with magnetic bases. This can be a challenge in the event that you have a large amount of non-compatible cookware or only some of them are suitable for induction hobs.