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Types of Hob and Oven Hobs and ovens are common fixture in kitchens. They come in a variety of designs. You can mix and match different varieties like domino, electric, and gas to suit your cooking needs. A hob may also have safety features like child and position controls. These features can stop children from accidentally altering the temperature setting or touching the hob. Types In every kitchen, the stove is at the center of the room and plays a significant part in how your cooking comes out. However, there are a number of different kinds of hobs and the one you select will depend on what your specific cooking requirements are. Gas hobs are a classic option and provide a quick heating function and instant response to temperature fluctuations. They are a favorite choice for professional chefs as they are precise in their control. However, they're not as clean as other hobs and could require more maintenance. Electric hobs are made of ceramic with a flat surface with heated elements underneath. They can be found in different sizes and with four to six cooking zones. Each zone is equipped with its own heating element which can be controlled separately by you. This allows you to boil potatoes on one ring and cooking sausages in a different. This type of hob is easier to start heating than gas, and is the safety of children since the cooking zone is heated only when you put an oven on it. Traditional ceramic hobs are a very user-friendly alternative to electric and gas and are a stylish option. 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. The Domino hob is an alternative to electric and gas hobs. It incorporates oven s under the cooking surface. They are perfect for kitchens that have limited space. They can also be used in kitchenettes and flats. They are often cheaper than standard hobs and are energy efficient however they can be brittle and require more attention than other types of cooker. Gas Gas hobs are cooktops that have burners that can easily be integrated into kitchen countertops for a seamless appearance. They are typically used with natural or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) but can also be powered by propane gas. The modern, sleek design can enhance your modular cooking space. A traditional gas stove comes with a range of burners, usually 4, but often as many as 6. 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. In contrast, most modern built-in gas hobs have multi-flame burners that allow you to manage the outer and inner ring of each burner to control your cooking. They are also much more efficient and more reliable than older models. In the past, it was essential to keep a gas burner lit constantly to ensure that the burners are always hot and fueled. This was done to avoid accidents, like the mistake of turning on an oven when the stove is still lit with a match or pilot light. Modern cookers have been made with safety in mind as a top priority. They come equipped with a fire failure device that shuts off the burners in the event that the pilot light fails. Gas stoves and hobs should be cleaned, checked and maintained regularly. To accomplish this, you must book a visit from an Gas Safe registered engineer. They will not only be able to ensure that your appliance is functioning properly and safely, but they will also offer professional advice and guidance on how to avoid problems in the near future. Electric When it comes time to design your perfect kitchen the countertops, fridge freezer and ovens will always get the most attention, however a quality hob is equally important. The type of hob you select will impact the way your kitchen works and how easy it is to clean. Electric hobs are equipped with heating elements set beneath a smooth, glass surface. The glass surface is typically cleaned with a nonabrasive cleaning product. These elements are activated when you turn on the hob and can be adjusted to various power levels by turning or pressing the control knob. They can take a little longer to heat up than a gas cooker but once they do they tend to offer better, constant temperature control. They also have built-in indicators to let you know when a space is being used or hot from cooking. Typically, they are available in four to six different sizes that can be notched up to various power levels. They are great for flat-based cookware, but not for cast iron pans, because they could overheat. Certain models come with dual-ring designs (such as the Belling BEL CH602T) that allow you to boil water on one ring while you saute sausages on a different. Some models come with a Boost feature that concentrates high heat into one ring. This is great for stir-frying, searing meat, or boiling large pots. Induction hobs differ from normal electric models because they employ electromagnetic fields to directly heat your cookware rather than the conventional method of gas flames. This enables them to achieve precise temperatures in a short time frame, which makes them extremely energy efficient. They also have a cool to the touch surface and flashing heat indicators to let you know that the ring is either in use or still hot. Ceramic Ceramics can be used to create decorative or functional objects. It is made by mixing clay with earthen elements, powders and water, before firing it in a hot oven known as Kiln. Once it's made, it can then be decorated or covered with decorative materials to add texture and colour. Ceramic hobs are a perfect blend of form and function to create an exquisite piece of contemporary kitchen furniture. Radiant heating technology is employed to heat the ceramic hobs by passing an electric current through coiled components which are hidden beneath the black glass surface. When they are activated, they produce heat which is then transferred to the pan via an infrared heating system. You can adjust the degree of heating by using the knobs or touch controls. Some ceramic hobs are dual ring designs that have one smaller and a larger cooking zone, allowing you to choose the most suitable size for your pan. You can also purchase hobs that have boosters that create high-powered heat quickly. This is great for cooking food and bringing pans to boil fast. Compared to other types of hobs ceramic cooktops take a little longer to heat up and change temperature however once they do, they are generally more efficient in energy use. You can also choose vented cooktops that have ventilation systems with the cooktop made of ceramic. This makes sure that smoke, steam, and cooking smells don't linger in your house. Induction The heating elements in hobs with induction are made up of a set of copper wire coils under the surface. They generate electromagnets to heat pans that sit on them. The coils stir the free electrons inside 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 tend to be more expensive, but they also get hotter faster and use 30 to 70% less energy than gas or other types. Induction hobs are also less difficult to clean because only the inside of the pan gets hot and not the surface. Certain manufacturers provide an induction model with extra features, such as a pause feature that shuts off power to the stove after you have left or link two cooking rings simultaneously at the same time for increased flexibility. These are often called FlexInduction hobs and can be more expensive than traditional models, however they're worth considering if you prefer to multitask. This induction hob is our favorite. It comes with four cooking zones, a Bridge function, and nine power settings, giving you a variety of options for ambitious cooks. In our tests, it performed very well with accurate control and fast heating when making pancakes. The hob also has an integrated dishwasher as well as an automatic pan detection feature to make cleaning even easier. The only problem is that there are only a handful of compatible pans that can use it to cook using appliances with magnetic bases. It can be a problem if have a lot of cookware that is not compatible or only the smallest portion is compatible with induction hobs.