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A hob (known as stove top in North America) is a cooking appliance that heats pans by using electricity or flames. There are a variety of hobs available, so you can pick one that fits your style and kitchen.
Induction hobs feature flat cooking surfaces made of ceramic and include four or five zones to heat your pans. Modern touch-operated designs are sleek and stylish, and easy to clean.
Ceramic hobs
Ceramic hobs uk can give your kitchen a modern and sleek appearance. They have a flat glass ceramic surface that's easy to clean, which means spills and splatters can be quickly cleaned. They are quick to heat up and are energy-efficient which means they can cut down on your electricity bill. Ceramic hobs can be slow when changing temperature settings. This can be a problem when you are cooking something that requires quick decrease or an increase in the heat.
Electric hobs are comprised of a solid surface that is heated from below by electric elements. The elements can be controlled individually by rotary knobs and nipped up to the power level you require. You can also use the boost feature to increase the heat of a single zone. Ceramic hobs also have extremely high degree of heat retention, so they'll remain hot to the touch even after being shut off. It is essential to place ceramic hobs in a location that is safe from any flammable objects and out of reach of children.
The advantage of this type of hob is that it can be installed on a variety of worktops such as laminate or solid wood, as well as granite. It's also quite affordable and can be a great option for those looking to replace your stove without spending a lot. However, like all appliances they need to be installed correctly and connected to the mains, and we recommend hiring a professional electrician to ensure your new hobs are safe to use.
A downside of this type of hob is that it's extremely sensitive to the size of the pan as well as its shape. You'll need to buy cookware that matches the element exactly or fits comfortably in each of the heating zones. If the cookware doesn't match the element, it will not recognise it and won't start to heat the base of the pan. This can lead to uneven cooking results and make the hob less energy efficient.
Gas on glass hobs
Gas on glass hobs offer an elegant, modern look. While they be more expensive than electric models and require professional installation, they typically take less time to heat up - it's not uncommon for a full pan of water to be boiling within four minutes or less. This type of hob also works well for cooks who want to control the amount of heat that is generated. However, it must be noted that a glass hob can be more vulnerable to damage than stainless steel ones and may need to be cleaned more often, since the build-up of grease and residue tends to remain instead of sliding off.
This Bertazzoni hob is a great example of gas on glass. It features four monobloc burners that are matte black with metal control knobs for a stylish, sophisticated finish. The wok ring is 4kW for additional versatility, and the pan supports are dishwasher-proof.
This Bosch gas hob is a highly recommended model. It combines a fashionable piece of toughened glass and cutting-edge cooking technology. The dual ring design to the left of the gas hob has two burners inside to improve the distribution of heat and increase the speed of cooking. It also comes with an excellent power level indicator that helps to regulate the precise temperature of your flame. You can select from nine pre-set settings, like a high setting to sear steaks and a lower one for scrambled egg.
Our test subjects also appreciated the controls because they were simple and intuitive. There are a few minor disadvantages, for instance, you must press the controls nine times to reach the highest heating level and that the glass can make it difficult to discern what the burners are doing.
Some of the top gas-on-glass hobs are available at an affordable price like this Neff model. While it's unlikely to win any design awards but it can do the job well and can be a fantastic addition to your kitchen for less than PS120.
Electric hobs
There are a number of electric hobs that are ideal for modern homes. They're not just elegant and stylish, but they are also more efficient, safer and more efficient than their predecessors.
Ceramic glass hobs are among the most well-known electric stoves. These hobs are designed with sleek glazed finishes, and have an easy surface to clean and resistant to scratches. They're also usually fitted with a power boost feature which lets you increase the temperature of your stove for a brief period of time.
Another electric hob that is perfect for modern homes is an induction hob. Induction hobs cook your food directly using electromagnetic fields, unlike traditional electric plates and gas stoves. They are therefore more energy efficient and offer precise temperature control. They require a particular type of pan and could be expensive to put in.
Hobs made of glass that are gas-powered are a different option for modern homes. It features a burner beneath the glass, which is flat, similar to a standard gas stove. However the glass is heatproof and shatterproof, so it's much easier to clean than the typical tempered glass. A lot of these hobs include a 'hot-surface indicator' that warns you when the oven hob is hot.
Gas hobs remain a preferred choice for a lot of home cooks However, they can be noisy and difficult to clean. They can take a long time to heat up and cool down and their flames can be difficult to manage. However, electric hobs are more energy-efficient and simpler to clean.
There are electric stoves that can be used with LPG gas. You can switch between a variety of fuels, allowing you the flexibility to fit your lifestyle. It is important to remember that these hobs require the installation of an accredited gas safe engineer. They also require a separate cable of 6mm in your kitchen. These hobs are not suitable for those with pacemakers as the electromagnetic field may interfere with them.
Hobs with induction
Copper coils create an alternating electric current under the glass surface of an induction hob. When an induction-compatible pan is placed on a stove, the coils generate magnetic fields that generate heat directly within the pan, rather than heating the surface of the worktop (gas) or a heated plate (electric). Induction hobs are very efficient in terms of energy efficiency, since they don't use any heat.
There are a myriad of models of induction stoves starting with the basic models with a single zone labelled by rings, to more sophisticated multi-zoned induction stoves that have up to 6 zones and allow for multiple pots to be cooked simultaneously in one flex space. Certain models have a touch slider control that resembles to the way you operate on an iPhone. Simply slide your finger across the power bar located in the middle to select the desired temperature, left to right increases the heat and right to left reduces it. Certain models can even be programmed with settings for specific recipes or food types which can save you time and effort in the kitchen.
Induction hobs do tend to be more expensive than ceramic hobs, but they are considered to be more efficient in the long run since they heat up faster and have a smaller surface to heat up which could help lower your energy costs. They also cool faster and have a more secure design without hot plates, making them ideal for families with young children or elderly persons who live in the house. However, they create magnetic fields that could cause interference with medical devices like pacemakers therefore it is essential to center your pans over the burner and avoid placing small pans on large burners.
As with all electric hobs, you'll have to keep your induction hob clean since food particles and other debris can accumulate over time. You can use an oven cleaner, or opt for a specialist product to keep your hob shiny and in good condition for a longer time. Make sure you don't use scrubbers or pads to scour your induction hob as they could scratch the surface.