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Types of Hob and Oven Hobs and ovens are common feature in most kitchens. They are available in many different styles. You can mix different types, such as electric and gas to meet your needs. Safety features like the controls for child and position can be integrated into the hob. ovens and hobs can stop children from accidentally altering the heat setting or touching the hob. Types The hob is the focal point of any kitchen and has a huge impact on the final outcome of your cooking. There are a number of different kinds of hobs, and the one you select will depend on what your particular cooking needs are. Gas hobs are a popular option. They are quick to heat up and respond instantly to temperature changes. They are a favorite choice for chefs who are professional as they are precise in their control. They aren't as simple as other hobs to clean and may require more maintenance. Electric hobs are a flat ceramic surface with heated elements beneath and can come in a variety of sizes with between four and six cooking zones. Each zone is equipped with its own heating element which can be controlled individually by you. This lets you boil potatoes on one ring whilst cooking sausages in another. This type of hob is much easier to warm up than gas, and it offers the safety of children since the cooking area gets hot only when you place an oven on it. Traditional ceramic hobs are a comfortable alternative to electric and gas and are a stylish option. They have a smooth, hard-wearing surface which is easy to wipe down but aren't as responsive to temperature fluctuations as other hobs and can be slower to cool down. Domino hobs are an alternative to electric and gas hobs that have ovens underneath the cooking surface. They can be incorporated into smaller kitchens that have little space for installation and work well in flats and kitchenettes. They are usually less expensive than a standard cooker and can be very energy-efficient but can be fragile and require more maintenance than other types of cookers. Gas Gas hobs are cooktops with burners that are easily fitted into the kitchen countertop to give a seamless appearance. Gas hobs are usually powered by LPG or natural gas, but they can also be powered with propane gas. The modern, sleek design can enhance your modular cooking space. A traditional gas stove has several burners, usually 4 but sometimes up to 6. The burners can be ignited with a match or knob. The flames are controlled by a set of valves that can be adjusted to regulate the temperature. Most modern built-in gas stoves on the other hand, have burners with multiple flames. This lets you control both the inner and outer rings for each burner, to allow you to precisely control your cooking. These kinds of burners allow for much faster heat up times and are more reliable than traditional ones. In the past, it was necessary for gas stoves to be continuously lit to ensure that the burners were hot and fueled. This was done to prevent accidents, like accidentally turning on an oven when the stove is still lit with a match or pilot light. Modern cookers have been made with safety in mind as a top priority. They come equipped with a flame failure device which shuts down the burners when the pilot light fails. Gas stoves and hobs have to be regularly checked and cleaned, as well as maintained. The best way to accomplish this is to book an appointment with a licensed Gas Safe registered engineer. They will not only be able to ensure that your appliance is operating correctly, but they will also provide expert guidance on how to avoid any future problems. Electricity When it comes to creating your ideal kitchen, the kitchen worktops, fridge freezer, and oven will always get the most attention, but the quality of your hob is also essential. The type of hob you choose will affect the way your kitchen functions and also how easy it is for you to clean it. Electric hobs use heating elements underneath a smooth glass surface which is typically cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaning agent. The heating elements are activated when you turn on the hob and can be adjusted to various power levels with a knob. It may take them a little bit longer to warm up but once they've done so, they have a tendency to offer better and more consistent temperature control. They also have built-in indicators that inform you that a particular zone is being used or hot from cooking. They are available in four to six different sizes and can be notch-up to different power levels. They are perfect for cookware with a flat base 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 you to boil water on one ring and saute sausages on another. Some models have a Boost feature that concentrates high heat into one ring. This is great for stir-frying, searing meat, or boiling large pots. Induction hobs are distinct from standard electric models because they make use of electromagnetic fields instead of conventional gas flames to heat your cookware. They can achieve precise temperatures quicker and are more efficient in energy use. They also have a cool to the touch surface and flashing heat indicators that signal that the ring is either being used or is still hot. Ceramic Ceramic is an ingredient that can be used to create functional or decorative objects. It is made by mixing clay, earthen elements powders and water into a specific shape, then fired in a high-temperature oven, also known as a kiln. Once it's made it can be coated or painted with decorative materials to give it texture and color. Ceramic hobs are a perfect blend of form and function to create an impressive piece of modern kitchen furniture. They operate by using radiant heating technology, which passes an electric current through the coiled elements hidden beneath the black glass surface of the hob. When activated, they generate heat that is then transferred to the pan through an infrared system. You can alter the intensity of the heating by turning the knobs or the touch controls. Some ceramic hobs come with dual ring designs that have one smaller and one larger cooking zone that lets you select the most suitable size for your pan. You can also purchase hobs that have boosters that create high-powered heat rapidly. This is great to cook food in or bring pans to a boil quickly. Ceramic cooktops are more energy efficient than other kinds of hobs due to the fact that they take longer to heat up and alter temperatures. You can also opt for vented hobs that incorporate an air-conditioning system that is integrated into the cooktop made of ceramic. This ensures that steam, smoke, and cooking smells don't remain in your home. Induction The heating elements of induction hobs consist of a set of copper wire coils that are placed beneath the surface. They create electromagnets that heat the pans sitting on them. The coils stir the free electrons in your pan's base metal, which then transfer heat evenly to your food. The surface of the stove is never hot and the cooking zones are automatically shut off when the pan is removed. Induction hobs tend to be more expensive than other types however, they're also more efficient to heat and use 30-70% less energy than gas or ceramic hobs. Induction hobs are also less difficult to clean because only the inside of the pan are heated, not the surface. Certain manufacturers offer a specific induction model that has additional features, such as a pause feature that cuts off the power to your stove whenever you move away from it, or link up two cooking rings at the same time at the same power level to provide additional flexibility. These are often referred to as FlexInduction hobs. They are more expensive than traditional models, however they're worth considering if you like to multitask. Our top pick is this induction hob made by Smeg, which has four cooking zones that are large enough with a bridge function as well as nine power levels, giving you a wide range of options for those who want to cook with a lot of passion. In our tests, it performed very well with precise control and quick heating when making pancakes. The cooker also comes with dishwasher built-in and an automatic pan detection feature to make cleaning a lot simpler. The only issue is that there are only a handful of compatible pans and you can't make use of it for cooking with appliances with magnetic bases. It can be a problem when you have a large amount of cookware that is not compatible, or only the smallest portion is compatible with induction hobs.