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Types of Hob and Oven A hob and oven is an essential part of many kitchens and can come in many different styles. You can also mix different varieties like domino, electric and gas to fit your cooking needs. Safety features such as child and position controls can be added to the hob. These are designed to prevent children from touching the hob and stop them changing the heat settings in error. Types The hob is the focal point of any kitchen and can have a significant impact on the final outcome of your cooking. There are many kinds of hobs, and which one you choose depends on the cooking requirements you have. Gas hobs are the classic choice and offer a fast heat-up function and instant reaction to temperature fluctuations. They are a popular choice for chefs who are professional as they provide precise control. However, they aren't as easy to clean as other hobs and could require more maintenance. Electric hobs are made of ceramic with a flat surface and heated elements beneath. They can be found in a variety of sizes and come with four to six cooking zones. Each zone includes its own heating element which can be controlled separately by you. This lets you boil potatoes on one ring while cooking sausages in another. This type of hob is able to be faster to heat than gas and is a child-safe alternative since the cooking area is only heated when you put a pan on it. Traditional ceramic hobs are an extremely convenient alternative to gas and electric and are also a stylish option. They have an extremely smooth and durable surface that is easy to clean. However they aren't as quick to respond to temperature changes or cool down as other hobs. Domino hobs are an alternative to gas and electric hobs that have ovens underneath the cooking surface. They can be fitted into smaller kitchens with little space for installation and are ideal for kitchenettes and apartments. They tend to be cheaper than conventional hobs and can be energy-efficient, but they are also susceptible to damage and require more maintenance. Gas A gas hob is a cooktop that has burners that can be installed into kitchen countertops for a seamless look. They are usually powered by natural or the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) however they can be powered by propane gas. The modern, sleek design can enhance your modular cooking space. A traditional gas stove has a range of burners, usually 4 but sometimes as many as 6. They are ignited by either an igniter or by turning a knob. The flames are then controlled by a set of valves which can be adjusted to regulate the temperature. Modern built-in gas stoves on the other hand, have burners with multiple flames. This lets you control both the outer and the inner rings for each burner, to allow you to precisely control the cooking. They are also much more efficient and more reliable than older models. In the past, it was essential to keep a gas stove lit constantly to ensure that the burners were constantly fueled and hot. This was a safety measure to prevent any accidents like having the oven turned on when the stove was lit by a match or pilot flame. Modern cookers are designed with safety in mind. They have a built-in flame failure device that shuts off the burners automatically if the pilot light fail. Gas stoves and hobs must be checked, cleaned and maintained on a regular basis. To accomplish this, you must make an appointment with an Gas Safe registered engineer. They will not only to ensure that your appliance is operating properly, but also give you expert advice on how to avoid any future problems. Electric A quality hob is just as crucial when it comes to making the perfect kitchen. Refrigerators, worktops, freezers and ovens are the first items that come to the mind. The type of hob you select will influence the way your kitchen works and also how easy it is for you to clean it. Electric hobs have heating elements that are placed on a smooth glass surface that's typically cleaned using a non-abrasive cleaning agent. The heating elements are activated when you turn on the hob and can be adjusted to various power levels with a knob. It can take them some time to heat up, but once they have they are in place, they provide better and more consistent temperature control. They also have built-in indicators that let you know that a zone is in use or still hot from cooking. These rings are available in four to six sizes and can be notch-up up to various power levels. They are great for flat-based cookware but not for cast iron pans, because they could overheat. Some models have dual-ring designs (such as the Belling BEL CH602T) that allow boiling water on one ring while you sauté sausages on the other. Some models include a boost function which concentrates high-powered heat onto one ring to stir fry cooking, searing meat or boiling large pots of water. Induction hobs are distinct from conventional electric hobs because they make use of electromagnetic fields instead of traditional gas flames to heat your cookware. This allows them to reach precise temperatures in a short period of time, making them highly energy efficient. They have a cool to the touch surface as well as flashing indicators that inform you that a ring has been used or is still hot. Ceramic Ceramics 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 called Kiln. Once it's been made it can be coated or painted with decorative materials to give it texture and color. Ceramic hobs are a stunning combination of form and function and can be found in any modern kitchen. They operate using radiant heating technology, which passes an electric current through coiled elements hidden beneath the black glass surface of the hob. When activated, they generate heat that is then transferred to your pan by an infrared system. You can adjust the intensity of this heating by adjusting 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 generate high-powered heat rapidly ideal for searing meat or bringing pots of water to a boil in a short time. Ceramic cooktops are more energy efficient than other kinds of hobs because they take longer to heat up and change temperatures. You can also find vented hobs that integrate a ventilation system into the cooktop's ceramic surface, making sure smoke, steam and cooking smells don't stay within your home. Induction The heating elements of the induction hobs are a series of copper wire coils beneath the surface that create electromagnets that heat the pans sat on them. The coils stir up the free electrons in the base metal of your pan, which then transfers heat evenly to your food. The surface of the stove is never hot and the cooking zones automatically turn off when the pan is removed. Induction hobs are usually more expensive than other types, but they're also faster to heat and use 30-70 percent less energy than ceramic or gas hobs. Induction hobs are also simpler to clean because only the contents of the pan are heated, not the surface. Certain manufacturers offer an induction model with extra features like a pause feature, which cuts power to your hob when you leave it, or link up two cooking rings at the same power level to provide 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. This induction hob is our top pick. It comes with four large cooking zones as well as a Bridge function and nine power settings, which gives you a variety of options for cooks who want to be more adventurous. In our tests, it did well with precise control and rapid heating when making pancakes. The hob has dishwasher built-in and automatic pan detection, which makes cleaning much easier. There's a small selection of pans that are compatible, and it can't be used to cook using appliances that have magnetic bases. It can be a problem when you have a lot of cookware that is not compatible or the smallest portion is compatible with induction cooktops.