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Types of Hob and Oven Hobs and ovens are a common fixture in kitchens. They are available in a variety of styles. You can also mix different varieties such as domino, electric and gas to suit your cooking needs. Safety features such as the controls for child and position can be integrated into a hob. These can prevent children from touching the hob, and stop them changing the heat settings by accident. Types The hob is the focal feature of any kitchen, and has a huge impact on the outcome of your cooking. There are a variety of hobs, and the one you select will depend on the needs of your kitchen. Gas hobs are a classic option and provide a quick heating function and instant response to temperature changes. They are a preferred choice for professional chefs as they provide precise control. They aren't as easy to clean as other stoves and could require more frequent maintenance. Electric hobs are flat ceramic surface with heated elements beneath and can be found in various sizes, with between four and six cooking zones. Each zone is equipped with a distinct heating element which you can regulate individually. It is possible to boil potatoes in one ring and cook sausages on another. This kind of hob is quicker to heat up than gas, and also offers an alternative that is safer for children since the cooking zone is heated only when you put the 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 clean but aren't as fast at responding to temperature changes as other hobs and are slower to cool down. Domino hobs can be a space-saving alternative to gas and electric hobs that incorporate ovens beneath the cooking surface. They are ideal for kitchens with limited space. They can also be used in kitchenettes and flats. They are often more affordable than conventional hobs and can be energy efficient, but they can also be fragile and require greater maintenance. Gas A gas hob is a cooktop that has burners that can be fitted on kitchen countertops to give a seamless look. Gas hobs are typically powered by LPG or natural gas, but they can also be powered by propane gas. They have a modern and sleek design that can add a touch of sophistication to your modular kitchen. A traditional gas stove has a range of burners, typically 4 but sometimes as many as 6. The burners can be lit by a match or a knob. The flames can then be controlled by a set of valves which can be adjusted to regulate temperature. Most modern built-in gas stoves on the other hand include burners with multiple flames. This lets you control both the inner and outer rings for each burner, so that you can precisely control your cooking. These kinds of burners allow for much quicker heat up times and are more reliable than traditional ones. In the past, it was necessary for gas stoves to be lit at all times to ensure that the burners remained hot and well-fueled. This was to avoid accidents, for example, not turning on the oven when the stove was still lit by the help of a match or a pilot light. Modern cookers are designed with safety in mind. They include a built-in flame safety device that shuts off the burners automatically should the pilot light fail. Gas stoves and hobs need to be checked regularly, cleaned and maintained. The best method to do this is to book an appointment with a qualified Gas Safe registered engineer. Not only will they be able to ensure that your appliance is operating properly and safely, but they will also provide professional advice and guidance on how to prevent any problems in the future. Electric When it comes time to design your ideal kitchen, the worktops, fridge freezer and oven will always get the most attention but the quality of your hob is also essential. The type of hob that you choose will affect the way your kitchen functions and also how easy it is for you to clean. Electric hobs are powered by heating elements that are placed on a smooth glass surface that's typically wiped down with an non-abrasive cleaner. Best ovens turn on when you turn the hob on and can be notched up to a variety of power levels by turning or clicking the control knob. It can take them a little bit longer to get heated up however once they are heated, they are in place, they provide more reliable and consistent temperature control. They also come with indicators to let you know that a particular zone is being used or hot from cooking. Typically, best oven come in four to six different sized rings that can be cranked up to various levels of power. They are great for cookware that is flat, but aren't the best option for cast-iron pans because they can get hot. Certain models (such as Belling BELCH602T) have dual-ring designs that allow you to cook sausages and boil water on the same ring. Some models come with a Boost function that focuses high-temperature elements into one ring. This is useful for stir-frying, searing meat, or boiling large pots. Induction hobs are different from standard electric models because they use electromagnetic fields instead of traditional gas flames to cook your food. This enables them to achieve precise temperatures in a short period of time, making 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 an ingredient that can be used to create decorative or practical objects. It is made by mixing clay, earthen elements powders, water and other elements to an exact shape, and then fired in a high-temperature oven, also known as a Kiln. Once made, it can be covered with paint-like or decorative materials to give it a more textured and vibrant look. Ceramic hobs are a beautiful blend of form and function that can be easily integrated into any modern kitchen. Radiant heating technology is employed to heat ceramic hobs by passing an electric current over coiled elements that are concealed beneath the black glass surface. These generate heat when activated. This is transferred to your pan by way of an infrared system. You can adjust the intensity of this heating by controlling the controls via knobs or buttons. Some ceramic hobs have two rings, each with a smaller and a larger cooking area. This lets you choose the appropriate size for your pan. You can also buy hobs with boosters that produce high-powered heat quickly. ovens and hobs is perfect for searing food or bringing pans to boil fast. Ceramic cooktops are more energy efficient than other types of hobs as they take longer to heat up and switch temperatures. There are vented hobs that integrate a ventilation system within the ceramic cooktop, ensuring smoke, steam and cooking smells don't stay within your home. Induction The heating elements in induction hobs consist of a series of copper wire coils beneath the surface, which create electromagnets that heat the pans sat on them. The coils stir up the free electrons within the base of your pan and then transfer heat evenly and directly to your food. The surface of the hob never gets hot and, as soon as you remove your pan the cooking zones switch off automatically. Induction hobs are typically more expensive than other hobs however they're also quicker to heat and consume 30-70 percent less energy than ceramic or gas hobs. Induction hobs are also less difficult to clean since only the inside of the pan heat up and not the surface. Some manufacturers offer a special induction model that has additional features, such as a pause feature that shuts off the power to your cooker 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 sometimes called FlexInduction hobs. They may be more expensive than traditional induction models but they're worth a look if multitasking is important to you. Our top choice is this induction cooktop from Smeg, with four good-sized cooking zones 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. It was a great performer in our tests, with fast heating and accurate control when making pancakes. The hob has dishwasher built-in and automatic pan detection, which makes cleaning easier. There is a limited selection of pans that are compatible it isn't used to cook with utensils that have a magnetic base. This could be a problem in the event that you have a large amount of cookware that isn't compatible or some of them are suitable for use on induction hobs.