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Types of Hob and Oven |
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A oven and hob is an essential part of many kitchens, and comes in many different styles. You can mix different types of ovens, such as electric and gas to meet your requirements. |
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A hob could also have safety features such as child and control of the position. These features can prevent children from accidentally changing the temperature setting or touching the stove. |
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The hob is the main focal point of any kitchen and has a huge impact on the final outcome of your cooking. There are many kinds of hobs available, and which one you select will depend on your cooking needs. |
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Gas hobs are the classic choice, and they provide a rapid heating process and instant reaction to temperature changes. They are a popular choice for chefs who are professional as they are precise in their control. However, they aren't as easy to clean as other hobs and [ovensandhobs](https://www.ovensandhobs.uk/) may require more maintenance. |
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Electric hobs are made of ceramic with a flat surface and heated elements underneath. They are available in different sizes and with four to six cooking zones. Each zone has a separate heating element that you can control individually. This allows you to boil potatoes on one ring while making sausages in another. This type of hob is able to be quicker to heat than gas and provides a child-safe alternative since the cooking area only becomes hot when you place a pan on it. |
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Ceramic hobs are a chic and user-friendly option to gas and electric hobs. They have an extremely smooth and durable surface that is easy to clean. However they aren't as quick to react to temperature changes or to cool down as other hobs. |
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The Domino hob is a space-saving option to gas and electric hobs. It combines ovens beneath the cooking surface. They can be incorporated into smaller kitchens with little space for installation and are ideal for kitchenettes and apartments. They are often more affordable than standard hobs, and are energy efficient, however they are also prone to breaking and require greater maintenance. |
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Gas |
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Gas hobs are cooktops that have burners that can be easily integrated into kitchen countertops to create a seamless look. Gas hobs are usually powered by LPG or natural gas, however they can also be powered by propane gas. The sleek, modern design could enhance your cooking space that is modular. |
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A traditional gas stove is equipped with a variety of burners. The majority of them are four burners, but it could be as many as six. They are ignited by either an igniter or by turning the knob. The flames can then be controlled by an array of valves that can be adjusted in the temperature. |
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In contrast, most modern gas hobs that have built-in gas burners feature multi-flame burners that allow you to regulate the outer and inner rings of each burner to control your cooking. These burners are much faster and more reliable than older models. |
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Traditionally, it was important to keep a gas stove on constantly to ensure 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 is still lit with a match or pilot light. Modern cookers are designed with safety in mind. They come with a built-in fire failure device that shuts off the burners automatically if the pilot light fail. |
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Gas stoves and hobs have to be regularly inspected and cleaned as well as maintained. To achieve this, it is recommended to arrange a visit with a Gas Safe registered engineer. They will not only ensure that your appliance is operating properly, but will also give you expert guidance on how to avoid any future problems. |
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Electric |
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When it comes to designing your dream kitchen, the countertops, fridge freezer and ovens will always get the most attention but a quality hob is equally important. If you choose a conventional, induction or gas cooker, the type of hob you choose will affect the way your kitchen functions and how easy it is to clean. |
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Electric hobs are equipped with heating elements under a smooth, glass surface. The glass surface is typically cleaned with a nonabrasive cleaning product. The elements turn on when you turn on the hob and can be adjusted to a range of power levels by turning or clicking on a knob. They may take longer to heat up than gas cookers, but once they are done, they tend to offer more regular temperature control. They are equipped with indicators that let you know whether a particular area is hot or not. |
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They are available in four to six sizes and can be notch-up up to different power levels. They are great for flat-based cookware but not for cast iron cookware, because they could overheat. Certain models (such as Belling BELCH602T) come with dual rings that allow you to cook sausages and boil water on the same ring. Certain models come with a Boost feature that concentrates high heat into one ring. This is useful for stir-frying, searing meat, or boiling large pots. |
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Induction hobs differ from standard electric models because they utilize electromagnetic fields instead of conventional gas flames to heat your cookware. They can reach precise temperatures more quickly and are more efficient in energy use. They also have a cool-to-the-touch surface and flashing heat indicators to signal that the ring is either in use or is still hot. |
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Ceramic |
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Ceramics can be used to create functional or decorative objects. It's formed by mixing earthen elements, clay powders, water and other elements to a specific shape, then fired in a very high-temperature oven known as a Kiln. After it's been made, it can be covered with paint-like or decorative materials to give it a more textured and vibrant look. |
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Ceramic hobs are an exquisite combination of form and function and can be found in any modern kitchen. They operate using radiant heating technology that passes an electric current through coiled components hidden beneath the black glass surface of the hob. When they are activated, they produce heat that is then transferred to your pan through an infrared system. You can adjust the degree of heating by turning the knobs or the touch controls. |
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Some ceramic hobs are dual ring designs, with one smaller and a larger cooking area which allows you to 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 for searing food or bringing pans to a boil quickly. |
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Ceramic cooktops are more efficient in energy than other types of hobs as they take longer to heat up and switch temperatures. There are vented hobs that integrate an air-conditioning system inside the ceramic cooktop, ensuring smoke, steam and cooking smells aren't left in your home. |
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Induction |
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The heating elements inside hobs with induction are made up of a set of copper wire coils under the surface. They produce electromagnets to heat the pans sitting on them. The coils stir the free electrons inside your pan's base metal, which in turn, distributes heat evenly to your food. The surface of the hob is never hot, and the moment you remove your pan the cooking zones are turned off automatically. |
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Induction hobs tend to be more expensive than other hobs however, they're also more efficient to heat and consume 30-70% less energy than ceramic or gas hobs. Induction hobs are also less difficult to clean since only the inside of the pan heat up, not the surface. |
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Some manufacturers provide an induction model that comes with extra features, such as the pause feature, which cuts the power to the stove after you have left, or the ability to link two cooking rings simultaneously at the same time for greater flexibility. These are sometimes referred to as FlexInduction hobs. They may be more expensive than traditional induction models, but they're well worth considering if multitasking is important to you. |
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This induction hob is our top pick. It comes with four cooking zones as well as a Bridge function and nine power settings, giving you plenty of options for those who are ambitious cooks. In our tests, it performed very well with precise control and quick heating when making pancakes. The oven comes with dishwasher built-in and automatic pan detection, which makes cleaning much easier. There's a small selection of compatible pans, and it can't be used for cooking with the utensils with a magnetic base. It can be a problem if have a large amount of cookware that's not compatible or the smallest portion is compatible with induction hobs. |
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