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A Guide to the Best Hobs in the UK
A hob is a cook top that fits into an oven worktop. It is also separate from an oven. A cooker is a stand-alone unit that includes both a stove and an oven.
Hobs are playful, and sometimes malignant, sprites who live in the countryside. They were often mixed with Goblins to create the Hobgoblin.
Gas Hobs
A quality hob is a must in any modern kitchen. There's a range of hobs to fit any budget and style, whether you prefer ceramic, induction, or gas. A quality hob will heat quickly and evenly to cook your food quickly and adds an elegant appearance to your kitchen.
One of the major advantages of a gas cooker is the precise temperature control. It is quick to reach temperatures that are high which makes it ideal for searing meat, boiling water, and stir-frying veggies. Its ability to adjust its heat output quickly is ideal for delicate dishes or sauces that require the use of a lower temperature setting.
Gas hobs are also energy efficient. Gas is more affordable than electricity and can be used to power a hob. It also uses direct flames to heat your utensils. This means there is less energy wasted around the burner edges.
Modern gas hobs come with a sleek design to match any kitchen decor. You can find models with a shiny black or stainless steel finishes that blend in seamlessly and make your kitchen appear more modern. If you prefer, you can pick a glass ceramic model that is easy to clean and is highly durable.
Gas hobs have become the most popular choice in modern kitchens because of their flexibility and ease of use. They can also be a great complement to traditional kitchen designs, especially when you include a range cooker in your kitchen layout. It's important to remember that they can increase the risk of fire when compared to electric or induction stoves. This is because they don't come with the additional safety features like being able to be switched off instantly and having child-safety locks on the knobs that control the hob.
When it comes to choosing a gas hob you must think about the number of burners and cooking zones you require. There are models that have one, two or five cooking zones. A majority of models feature central woks, which is a powerful burner that can be used for rapid boiling and stir-frying. It is important to check the kind of ignition system that is used. Most gas hobs ignite the burners by using an electric spark or an ongoing electric pilot flame.
Hobs induction
Induction cookers have gained popularity due to their speed and effectiveness. Gas hobs remain a popular choice among home cooks. These flat glass-topped hobs use magnetism to heat the contents of a pan rather than heating the surface which makes them more efficient and also more secure since there isn't a flame underneath. Induction hobs come with a range of features. Our Good Housekeeping Institute experts found that certain features can be very useful.
One of them is the bridge function which lets you join two hob rings in order to fit larger pans. You can control the temperature for each ring individually using the touchscreen panel. This is a fantastic option for those who like to entertain. It can also be a lifesaver when you have guests with different dietary needs. Induction hobs are dangerous for people with pacemakers because they create electromagnetic fields that can interfere with the operation of their devices.
The British Heart Foundation recommends a minimum of 60cm separation between a power source and any active hob, if you are wearing a pacemaker. The magnetic field created by the hob may interact with other electrical devices, causing them to malfunction, therefore you should ensure that the device isn't in the vicinity of a hot plate or near a live cooking zone.
Another induction hob available is this model from CDA that has five hob zones and many functions, including melt and simmer which can be perfect for bain maries and slow-cooked stews. This hob was made with safety in mind, and so it has child locks and overheat and anti-overflow settings that protect against damage or accidents.
This induction hob has an elegant design compared to other models. This is evident in the sleek black finish that blends perfectly with the majority of kitchen designs. It comes with a range of features including a pause function, which allows you to temporarily shut off the oven without removing your pan as well as a boost feature which provides extra power to ensure quick heating up. It is also rated energy efficient and the touch-screen display is equipped with handy preset options for your favorite recipes.
LPG Hobs
Gas hobs are able to attain higher temperatures and provide instant control of heat. With options that are suitable for domestic and professional kitchens, they're a preferred option for those looking to create culinary masterpieces from scratch, or heat leftovers.
Our selection of LPG hobs comes in a range of sizes, ranging from 60cm with 4 burners, to 90cm when you have 5 or 6 burners. A large portion of these hobs could also be converted to natural gas by using an easy kit. This makes them the ideal solution for homes with mains connections.
All of our gas hobs come from reputable brands like Falcon, Imperial, and Lincat. They are available in different styles and finishes. From stainless steel to black glass, you're certain to find a model to fit your style and complement other appliances in your kitchen.
When selecting a gas stove, there are a variety of options to take into consideration. Some models offer automatic pan detection as an additional security feature. They allow the cooking zones to only activate when the required cookware is in place, thus preventing the heat from being wasted. Some hobs come with a mix of cooking zones that accommodate different sizes of pans. Some offer child locks to keep unintentional fingers away from the controls, while some have an auto switch off device that turns off the hob if it hasn't been used for a specified period of time.
Another great thing about LPG is that it's more accessible than electricity, which is often harder to find in rural areas. It's liquid form makes it easy to store and transport, making it the perfect for those who reside in remote areas or cater businesses that don't have access to gas mains.
Gas hobs are available in different models, and some have water boiling times as little as five minutes. This makes them perfect for cooking pasta or potatoes as well as other popular dishes in busy catering environments where time is of the essence. A majority of our hobs are equipped with flat cast iron pan supports to ensure durability, as well as a flame-failure safety device that guarantees the flame will never go out.
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The best hob can make an enormous difference when cooking with family or friends. Our kitchen experts will walk you through the four most popular types that will help you identify the cooker hob that is best suited to your cooking style and lifestyle.
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The word hob is an old English term, originally meaning "a grate or shelf in front of a fire'. It's an old-fashioned term that refers to the way we cooked at home many years ago, with huge fireplaces and shelves that were separate from where pots were placed to cook. Nowadays, kitchens are equipped with an oven, as well as a separate hob (stove top) that is either electric or gas.
Other countries may refer to the stove as a cooker, however the British refer to it as a hob. A hob is a distinct piece of equipment that has heating rings to heat saucepans as well as a cooker, which is a more substantial freestanding unit that includes oven and hob. A range cooker is an oven and a hob that are often built into one unit. On the Product Safety Report links above you will find more information about the gas stoves that are impacted. This includes safety descriptions and the product identifiers.