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Types of Hob and Oven A stove and oven are commonplace in kitchens, and comes in a variety of designs. You can mix and match different kinds such as domino, electric and gas to meet your cooking needs. Safety features like the controls for child and position can be included in the hob. These can prevent children from touching the hob, and stop them changing the heat settings accidentally. Types The hob is the focal feature of any kitchen, and can have a major impact on the results of your cooking. However, there are a number of different types of hob and the one you select will be based on what your specific cooking needs are. Gas hobs are a popular option. They are quick to heat up and react instantly to temperature changes. Professional chefs favor them because they provide precise control. They aren't as easy to clean as other hobs and may require more maintenance. Electric hobs are flat ceramic surface that has heated elements beneath. They can come in various sizes, with between four and six cooking zones. Each zone has a separate heating element that you can control separately. You can boil potatoes in one ring while cooking sausages on another. This type of hob can be quicker to heat than gas and provides an option for children to be safe because the cooking zone only becomes hot when you place a pan on it. Traditional ceramic hobs are an extremely convenient alternative to gas and electric and are a fashionable option. They are smooth and durable. surface that is easy to clean but aren't as responsive to temperature fluctuations as other hobs and are slower to cool down. Domino hobs are an alternative to gas and electric hobs that incorporate ovens beneath the cooking surface. They can be incorporated into smaller kitchens that have small installation space and work well in kitchenettes and flats. They are often less expensive than conventional hobs and can be energy efficient, but they are also susceptible to damage and require greater maintenance. Gas A gas hob is a cooktop with burners that can be installed on kitchen countertops to give a seamless look. They are typically used with natural or liquid petroleum gas (LPG) however they can be powered by propane gas. They are modern and sleek design that can add a touch of sophistication to your modular kitchen. A traditional gas stove is fitted with a variety of burners. There are usually four burners, however it can be as many as six. The burners can be ignited with a match or knob. The flames are controlled by a set of valves which can be adjusted to regulate temperature. In contrast, most modern gas hobs with built-in gas are equipped with multi-flame burners that let you regulate the outer and inner ring of each burner to control your cooking. These kinds of burners provide quicker heat up times and are more reliable than the traditional ones. In the past, it was necessary for the gas stove to be lit at all times to ensure that the burners remained hot and well-fueled. This was a security feature to prevent any accidents like accidentally turning on the oven while the stove was still lit by a match or pilot flame. Modern cookers are made with safety in mind as a priority. They come equipped with a device to stop the flame that shuts off the burners when the pilot light fails to work. Gas stoves and hobs must be checked, cleaned and maintained regularly. To achieve this, it is recommended to make an appointment with a Gas Safe registered engineer. Not only will they be able check your appliance is operating properly and safely, but they will also offer professional advice and guidance on how to prevent any problems in the near future. Electricity A good hob is equally important in making the perfect kitchen. Worktops, refrigerators freezers and ovens are always the first things that pop up to your mind. The type of hob that you select will impact the way your kitchen functions and also how easy it is to clean. Electric hobs feature heating elements set beneath a smooth glass surface. This is usually cleaned using a nonabrasive cleaner. These elements switch on when you turn on the hob and can be adjusted to a variety of power levels by turning or clicking on a knob. It can take them some time to heat up but once they've done so, they have a tendency to offer more stable and reliable temperature control. They have built-in indicators that inform you if a zone is hot or not. They are available in four to six sizes and can be notch-up to different power levels. They are perfect for cookware with a flat base but aren't the best option for cast iron pans as they can overheat. Some models come with dual-ring designs (such as the Belling BEL CH602T) that allow boiling water on one ring and sauté sausages on the other. Some models come with a 'boost' feature that concentrates the power of high-powered heat into one ring for stir fry cooking sauteing meat, or boiling large pots of water. Induction hobs differ from normal electric models because they employ electromagnetic fields to directly heat your cookware instead of the traditional method of gas flames. This enables them to achieve precise temperatures in a smaller time frame, which makes 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 Ceramic is a material that 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, also known as Kiln. Once it's been made it can be decorated or covered with decorative materials to add texture and color. Ceramic hobs are a beautiful blend of form and function, sitting comfortably in any modern kitchen. They operate using radiant heating technology, which passes an electric current through coiled components hidden beneath the black glass surface of the hob. When they are activated, they produce heat, which is then transferred to the pan through an infrared system. You can alter the intensity of this heating by controlling the controls via knobs or buttons. Certain ceramic hobs feature dual rings, with one smaller and one with a larger cooking area. This lets you choose the appropriate size for your pan. You can also find hobs equipped with booster burners that produce high-powered heat quickly, great for searing meat or bringing pots of water to the 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 choose vented hobs, which integrate ventilation systems with the cooktop made of ceramic. This ensures that steam, smoke, and cooking smells do not remain in your home. Induction The heating elements in induction hobs consist of a set of copper wire coils that are placed beneath the surface. They generate electromagnets to heat pans that sit on them. The coils stir up the free electrons in the base of your pan, which then transmits heat uniformly and directly to your food. The surface of the stove is never hot, and the cooking zones are automatically shut off as soon as your pan is removed. Induction hobs tend to be more expensive, however they also are more efficient in heating and consume 30-70% lower energy than gas or other kinds. Induction hobs are also easier to clean because only the contents of the pan heat up and not the surface. Some manufacturers offer a special induction model that comes with additional features such as the ability to pause that cuts off the power to your stove whenever you move away from it, or link up two cooking rings at the same power level to provide additional flexibility. These are often called FlexInduction hob s. They are more expensive than traditional induction models, but they're worth a look if you prefer to multitask. This induction hob is our top pick. It has four large cooking zones as well as a Bridge function and nine power settings, offering you a variety of options for ambitious cooks. It performed well during our test with fast heating and precise control when making pancakes. The oven comes with dishwasher built-in, as well as automatic pan detection, which makes cleaning much easier. The only problem is that there are only a few compatible pans that can use it to cook with utensils with magnetic bases. This can be a problem in the event that you have a large amount of cookware that isn't compatible or some of it is suitable for use on induction hobs.