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Types of Hob and Oven Hobs and ovens are a common fixture in kitchens. They come in many different styles. You can mix different types, like gas and electric to meet your requirements. Safety features such as child and position controls can be added to a hob. These features can stop children from accidentally altering the heat setting or touching the stove. Types In the heart of every kitchen, the hob is at the center of the room and can play a huge part in how your cooking comes out. However, there are many different kinds of hobs and the one you pick will depend on what your particular cooking requirements are. Gas hobs are a popular option. They are quick to heat up and respond instantly to temperature changes. They are a popular choice for professional chefs as they are precise in their control. They are not as easy as other hobs to clean and may require more maintenance. Electric hobs feature a flat ceramic surface and heated elements beneath. They come in different sizes and with four to six cooking zones. Each zone has its own heating element which can be controlled separately by you. You can boil potatoes on one ring, while cooking sausages on a different. This type of hob is quicker to warm up than gas, and it offers a safer alternative for children since the cooking area gets hot only when you put an oven on it. Traditional ceramic hobs are a very convenient alternative to electric and gas and are a elegant choice. They have an even and smooth surface that is easy to clean. However they aren't as quick to respond to temperature fluctuations or cool down as other hobs. Domino hobs are a space-saving alternative to gas and electric hobs that have ovens underneath the cooking surface. They are perfect for kitchens with small space. They can also be used in kitchenettes and flats. They tend to be less expensive than standard hobs and can be energy-efficient, but they are also prone to breaking and require more frequent maintenance. Gas A gas hob is a cooktop with burners that can be incorporated in kitchen countertops to create a seamless look. They are usually powered by natural or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) but they can also be powered by propane gas. They feature a modern and sleek design that can give a sophisticated touch to your modular kitchen. A traditional gas stove is fitted with a variety of burners. Usually there are four, but there can be up to six. The burners can be ignited with a match or knob. The flames are then controlled by a series of valves which can be adjusted to control the temperature. Modern built-in gas stoves, on the other hand, have burners with multiple flames. This allows you to control both the outer and inner rings for each burner, so that you can precisely control the cooking. These burners are much faster and more reliable than earlier models. Traditionally, it was important to keep a gas stove lit constantly to ensure the burners were always hot and fueled. This was to avoid accidents, for example, accidentally turning on an oven while the stove is still lit by a match or pilot light. Modern cookers are designed with safety as a top priority. They are equipped with a device to stop the flame which shuts down the burners when the pilot light fails to work. Gas stoves and hobs need to be cleaned, checked, and maintained regularly. To do this, you should arrange a visit with an Gas Safe registered engineer. They will not only make sure that your appliance functions properly, but also give you expert guidance on how to prevent any future issues. Electricity A quality hob is equally crucial when it comes to making the perfect kitchen. Refrigerators, worktops, freezers and ovens are always the first items that come to mind. The kind of hob you choose will affect the way your kitchen operates and how easy for you to clean it. Electric hobs feature heating elements under a smooth, glass surface. This is usually cleaned using a nonabrasive cleaner. The heating elements are activated when you turn on the hob and can be adjusted to various power levels by turning a knob. They may take longer to heat up than gas cookers, but once they are done, they tend to offer more consistent temperature control. They have built-in indicators that inform you if a zone is hot or not. Typically, they are available in a range of four to six sizes of rings that can be cranked up to various levels of power. They are perfect for cookware with a flat base but aren't the best option for cast-iron pans because they can get hot. Some models (such as Belling BELCH602T) come with dual rings that allow you to cook sausages and boil water in the same ring. Certain models come with a Boost function that focuses high-temperature elements into one ring. This is helpful for stirring-frying, searing meat or boiling large pots. Induction hobs are different from regular electric models due to the fact that they utilize electromagnetic fields instead of traditional gas flames to heat your cookware. This allows them to achieve precise temperatures in a shorter space of time and makes them highly energy efficient. They feature a cool to the touch surface and flashing indicators that indicate that a ring has been used or is still hot. Ceramic Ceramic is a material which can be transformed into useful or decorative objects. It is made by mixing clay with earthen elements, powders, and water, and firing it in a high temperature oven, also known as a Kiln. After it's been made, it can be covered with paint-like or decorative substances to add colour and texture. Ceramic hobs are a beautiful blend of form and function and can be found in any modern kitchen. Radiant heating technology is employed to heat the ceramic hobs by passing an electrical current through coiled elements that are hidden under the black glass surface. When activated, hob and oven generate heat, which is then transferred to the pan via an infrared heating system. You can adjust the level of heating by turning the knobs or touch controls. 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 get hobs with booster burners which produce high-powered heat quickly, great for searing meat or bringing pans of boiling water to the boil quickly. Compared to other types of hobs, ceramic cooktops take a little longer to heat up and alter temperature however, once they're done they're generally more energy-efficient. You can also opt for vented hobs, which integrate an air-conditioning system that is integrated into the cooktop made of ceramic. This ensures that steam, smoke, and cooking smells do not remain in your home. Induction Induction hobs are equipped with heating elements made up of copper wire coils. These coils generate electromagnets, which make the pans hot on the top of them. The coils stir the free electrons in the base metal of your pan which then transfer heat evenly to your food. The surface of the hob is never hot, and when you take off your pan the cooking zones switch off automatically. Induction hobs are typically more expensive than other models, but they're also faster to heat and consume 30-70% less energy than gas or ceramic hobs. Induction hobs are also simpler to clean since only the contents of the pan gets hot, not the surface. Certain manufacturers offer a specific induction model that comes with additional features, such as a pause function that shuts off the power to your cooker when you step away from it, or link up two cooking rings at the same power level for additional flexibility. They are commonly called FlexInduction hobs. They are more expensive than traditional models, however they're worth a look if you like to multitask. This induction hob is our top pick. It comes with four cooking zones, a Bridge function, and nine power settings, which gives you a variety of options for ambitious cooks. It did well in our test with a fast heating speed and precise control when making pancakes. The cooker also comes with an integrated dishwasher as well as an automatic pan detection feature to make cleaning a lot simpler. There's a limited range of pans that are compatible it cannot be used for cooking with appliances that have magnetic bases. It could be a problem if have a lot of cookware that is not compatible, or only a small portion of it is compatible with induction cooktops.