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Types of Hob and Oven A hob and oven is commonplace in kitchens and can come in many different styles. oven hob can mix different types, like gas and electric to meet your requirements. Safety features such as child and position controls could be added to a hob. These can prevent children from touching the stove and prevent them from changing the heat settings accidentally. Types The hob is the focal feature of any kitchen, and can have a significant impact on the final outcome of your cooking. However, there are many different kinds of hobs, and the one you pick will be based on what your specific cooking requirements are. Gas hobs are the classic choice and offer a fast heating function and instant response to temperature changes. Professional chefs prefer them since they offer precise control. They aren't as easy as other hobs to clean and could require more care. Electric hobs feature a flat ceramic surface and heated elements underneath. They can be found in a variety of sizes and come with up to six cooking zones. Each zone includes its own heating element, which can be controlled by you. This lets you boil potatoes on one ring while cooking sausages in another. This kind of hob is quicker to warm up than gas, and is a safer alternative for children since the cooking zone gets hot only when you place an oven on it. Ceramic hobs are a fashionable and user-friendly alternative to electric and gas hobs. They have an even and smooth surface that is easy to clean. However, they are not as quick to respond to temperature changes or to cool down as other hobs. The Domino hob is a space-saving alternative to gas and electric hobs. It incorporates ovens under the cooking surface. They are great for kitchens that have limited space. They can also be used in kitchenettes and flats. They are usually less expensive than a standard hob and are 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 easily be integrated into kitchen countertops for a seamless appearance. Gas hobs are usually powered by LPG or natural gas, however they are also powered by propane gas. They feature a modern and sleek design that can bring a touch of class to your modular kitchen. A traditional gas stove is equipped with a number of burners. Usually there are four burners, but it could be as many as six. The burners can be lit with a match or knob. The flames are controlled by an array of valves that can be adjusted in temperature. However, the majority of modern gas hobs that have built-in gas burners feature multi-flame burners that allow you to control the inner and outer ring of each burner to manage your cooking. These burners are much faster and more reliable than earlier models. In the past, it was essential to keep a gas stove on all the time to ensure that the burners were always hot and fueled. This was done to avoid accidents, such as the mistake of turning on an oven when the stove was still lit by a match or pilot light. Modern cookers are designed with safety in mind and include a built-in flame safety device that shuts down the burners immediately should the pilot light fail. Gas stoves and hobs have to be regularly inspected and cleaned as well as maintained. The best way to do this is to book an appointment for maintenance with a licensed Gas Safe registered engineer. Not only will they be able to ensure that your appliance is working correctly, but they can offer professional advice and guidance on how to prevent any problems in the future. Electric When it comes to designing your dream kitchen, the worktops, fridge freezer and oven will always get the most attention but the quality of your hob is equally important. Whether you opt for a traditional, induction or gas cooker, the type of hob you choose can impact the way your kitchen functions and how easy it is to keep clean. Electric hobs are equipped with heating elements that are placed on a smooth glass surface. This is typically cleaned using a nonabrasive cleaner. The heating elements are activated when you switch on the hob and can be adjusted to various power levels using a control knob. They may take longer to warm up than a gas cooker, but once they do they usually provide better, regular temperature control. They have built-in indicators that inform you if a zone is hot or not. ovens and hobs are available in four to six sizes and can be notch-up up to various power levels. They are ideal for cookware that is flat, but aren't the best option for cast iron pans since 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 another. Some models have a Boost function that concentrates high heat into one ring. This is useful for stirring-frying, searing meat or boiling large pots. Induction hobs are distinct from standard electric models because they utilize electromagnetic fields instead of traditional gas flames to heat your cookware. They can achieve precise temperatures more quickly and are more energy efficient. They also have a cool-to touch surface and flashing heat indicators to inform you that the ring is in use or is still hot. ovens and hobs is an ingredient that can be made into useful or decorative objects. It is made by mixing clay, earthen elements, powders and water to the desired shape, then fired in a high-temperature oven called a Kiln. Once it's made it can be sprayed with paint-like or decorative materials to give it a more textured and vibrant look. Ceramic hobs are a perfect blend of design and function to make an exquisite piece of modern kitchen furniture. Radiant heating technology is used to heat the ceramic hobs by passing an electrical current over coiled elements that are concealed beneath the black glass surface. When they are activated, they create heat that is then transferred to your pan through an infrared system. You can alter the degree of heating using the knobs or touch controls. Some ceramic hobs are dual ring designs, with one smaller and one larger cooking zone, allowing you to choose the best size for your pan. You can also get hobs with booster burners which produce high-powered heat in a short time ideal for searing meat or bringing pans of water to a boil quickly. Ceramic cooktops are more energy efficient than other kinds of hobs as they take longer to heat up and alter temperatures. There are vented hobs that incorporate an air-conditioning system inside the ceramic cooktop, ensuring smoke, steam and cooking smells don't stay within your home. Induction Induction hobs are equipped with heating elements that are comprised of copper wire coils. These coils generate electromagnets which warm the pans that are placed on top of them. The coils stir up the free electrons in the base metal of your pan which then transfer heat evenly to your food. The surface of the stove is never hot, and the moment you remove your pan, the cooking zones turn off automatically. Induction hobs are generally more expensive, however they also are more efficient in heating and consume 30 to 70% less energy than gas or other types. They're also easier to clean, as the hob surface itself doesn't get hot and only the contents of your pan do. Some manufacturers offer an induction model that has extra features, such as the pause feature, which cuts the power to your stove after you have left or connect two cooking rings with the same power to provide increased flexibility. These are sometimes referred to as FlexInduction hobs. They are more costly than traditional induction models, but they're worth a look if multitasking is important to you. Our top pick is this induction hob from Smeg, which has four cooking zones that are large enough that have a bridge function, as well as nine power levels, giving you a wide range of options for the ambitious cook. It did well during our test, with fast heating and accurate control when making pancakes. The oven also has dishwasher built-in and an automatic pan detection function to make cleaning a lot easier. The only issue is that there are only a few compatible pans, and you cannot make use of it for cooking with appliances with magnetic bases. It can be a problem when you have a large quantity of cookware that is not compatible or some of it is compatible with induction cooktops.