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Types of Hobs
A hob (known as a stove top in North America) is a cooking appliance that heats up pans using electricity or flames. There are many different types of hobs. You can choose the one that is best suited to your kitchen and design.
Induction hobs feature an elongated ceramic cooking surface and have five or four zones for heating your pans. Modern touch-operated designs are elegant and fashionable, and they are easy to clean.
Ceramic hobs
Ceramic hobs have a sleek and modern look that can enhance the overall appearance of your kitchen. The flat glass-ceramic surfaces are easy to clean and can easily be wiped down when spills or splatters happen. They also heat up quickly and are energy efficient and can help reduce your energy bills. Ceramic hobs can be slow in changing the temperature settings. This can be frustrating when you need to cook something that requires quick reduction or an increase in temperature.
Electric hobs are made of plates that are heated by electric elements underneath. The elements can be controlled separately using rotary knobs and notched up to the power level you require. You can utilize the Boost feature to raise the temperature of a particular area. Ceramic hobs are able to hold heat well, so even after they have been turned off, they'll be hot to the touch. It's important to install ceramic hobs in a place that is far from items that could ignite and away from children's reach.
The benefit of this type of hob is that it can be set up in a variety of worktops, including laminate, solid wood and granite. It is also relatively inexpensive and can be an excellent alternative if you are looking to replace your stove without spending a large amount of money. However, like all appliances they need to be installed correctly and connected to the mains, so we would recommend hiring an electrician who is experienced to ensure that the new hobs are safe for use.
A downside of this type of hob is that it's sensitive to pan size and shape. It is necessary to purchase cookware that is either the exact same size as the element or that is able to fit in each heating zone on the hob. If the cookware isn't compatible the element, it will not recognise it and won't start to heat up the base of the pan. This could lead to inconsistent cooking results and will make the hob less efficient.
Gas on glass hobs
Glass hobs made of gas have a sleek and modern design. Although they may be more expensive than electric models and may require professional installation, they typically take less time to heat up. It's not uncommon for a full pan of water to boil in four minutes or less. This kind of hob is ideal for cooks who wish to limit the amount of heat is generated. Glass hobs are more susceptible to damage and require frequent cleaning as they tend to build up grease and sludge.
This Bertazzoni hob is a fantastic example of gas on glass. It has four monobloc burners finished in matt black, with control knobs made of metal for a stylish, sophisticated appearance. It also includes the wok ring that has 4kW for added versatility, plus pan supports that are dishwasher-safe, making them easy to clean.
Another highly recommended model is this Bosch gas hob, which combines an attractive slab of toughened glass and advanced cooking technology. The dual ring design on the left of the gas hob features an inner burner that doubles to increase the distribution of heat and increase the speed of cooking. It also has an excellent power level indicator, which helps to regulate the exact temperature of your flame. You can select from nine pre-defined settings including the highest setting for searing steaks and a low setting for scrambled eggs.
Our test participants also liked the controls as they were simple and intuitive. Some minor issues are the fact that you need to physically press the controls nine times to reach the highest heating level, and that it can be difficult to determine the state of the burners through the glass.
This Neff model is among the best gas-on-glass hobs available at an affordable price. It's not going to win any design prizes, but it will do the job and can be a great addition to your kitchen for just over 120 pounds.
Electric hobs
Electric hobs are ideal for modern homes. They not only offer an elegant design that fits in with the rest of your kitchen, but they also provide modern technology that is safer, more efficient and efficient in energy use than their predecessors.
Ceramic glass hobs are among the most sought-after electric stoves. These hobs are designed with sleek glazed finishes, and have a surface that is easy to clean and resistant to scratches. They also come with a power booster function that lets you increase your heat for a short period of time.
Induction hobs are another electric hob perfect for modern homes. Induction hobs heat your cookware directly using electromagnetic fields, unlike traditional electric and gas plates. This means they are more energy-efficient and have precise temperature control. However they require a certain type of pan to work with them and can be costly to install.
A gas on glass hob is a different option that is a good option for modern homes. hob uk is equipped with a burner under an unidirectional glass layer like a traditional gas stove. However the glass is shatterproof and heatproof, so it's easier to clean than glass that is tempered. Many of these hobs also come with a 'hot surface indicator' that warns you when the hob is heated.
Although gas hobs are an option that is popular with home cooks, they can be noisy and difficult to clean. The flame can also be difficult to control and takes an extended time to heat up and cool off. Electric hobs, on other side, are more efficient in energy and easy to clean.
You can even find electric stoves that are compatible LPG gas. This allows you to switch between different fuel sources, so you'll have the flexibility to suit your lifestyle. It's important to note that these hobs will need to be installed by an accredited gas safe engineer and will require a separate cable of 6mm in your kitchen. hobs uk are also not suitable for those who have pacemakers because the electromagnetic field could interfere with them.
Hobs with induction
On the glass surface of induction hobs sit copper coils that generate an alternating electrical current. When an induction-compatible dish is placed on a hob the coils produce magnetic fields that produce heat directly within the pan rather than heating the surface of the worktop (gas) or a heated plate (electric). This makes induction hobs extremely efficient from an energy perspective because there's no leftover heat that is wasted.
There are a myriad of models of induction stoves, starting with the basic models with a single zone identified by rings up to more advanced multi zoned induction stoves that can have up to 6 zones that allow multiple pots to be cooked simultaneously within a flex area. Certain models come with a touch slider control that looks very similar to the way you operate on an iPhone. Simply slide your finger across the power bar located in the middle to select the desired level of heat left to right increases the heat and right to left reduces it. Some models have pre-programmed settings for specific recipes or food types that can help you save time and effort in the kitchen.
Induction hobs are more expensive than ceramic hobs. However they are also more efficient in the long run. They are more efficient in heating and have a smaller heating area which could reduce your energy bills. They also cool quicker and feature a safer design without hot plates, which makes them perfect for families with children or elderly people who live in the house. They do, however, produce a magnetic force that could affect certain medical devices such as pacemakers. It is therefore important to center pans and avoid using smaller pans on bigger burners.
As with all electric hobs, you'll need to keep your induction hob clean regularly as food and debris can accumulate over time. You can either make use of a basic oven cleaner or purchase a specialist one to keep your oven in good shape and shiny for a longer time. You should never use the abrasive cleaning products or the a scouring pad on your stove as they may scratch the surface.