What Is The Secret Life Of Hobs

A Guide to Ovens and Hobs

Ovens and hobs add a sleek, modern feel to any kitchen and can be easily integrated into your worktops and kitchen units. Shop our full oven and hob collection today.

Electric hobs heat up using various ‘cooking ring’ designs that have between four and six different power levels. It can take some time for them to heat up and cool down.

Types of hobs

Every home should have an oven, kitchen hob cooker, or stovetop (the latter is a complete cooking appliance in which you can bake and roast food). It is used to prepare all manner of meals, and as such, it’s important that you select the appropriate hob for your cooking style. There’s a type of hob for everyone, no matter if you’re a master cook who is a perfectionist or a busy home cook who wants speed.

Induction and electric ceramic stoves are flat and frameless and add to the sleek design of any kitchen. Each of the four or five zones can be controlled by a separate dial. This gives you the option of boiling potatoes on one ring while sauteing sausages on another which is ideal for busy families. They also are quick to heat up and have a smooth surfaces that make them easy to clean. However, they can be more expensive than gas hobs, and they may take longer to heat up and cool down.

Gas hobs are popular among chefs due to their instant heat, and allow precise control. They are also safe with built-in flame failure safety systems that cut off the gas supply in case there’s an issue with the gas. However, they’re less efficient than induction or electric hobs, and are more difficult to clean because of the burners and pan supports.

Plate hobs have been around for decades. They have a flat, smooth surface with electric or gas rings that heat up when you turn the dial. They are affordable, but not ideal for cooking with cast-iron as they don’t evenly distribute heat across the entire surface.

Induction hobs utilize an electromagnetic field to heat your pan – instead of heating the surface like traditional hobs. They are safer as there is no open flame. They are also easy to clean. They are also more expensive and take longer to heat and cool than electric or gas hobs.

Gas hobs

A gas stove is a popular choice for home cooks due to its speedy heating functionality and easy control. You will typically find models with between two and six burners. Some models have a wok-burner designed for stir-fry cooking. Some stoves have a visible indicator that lets you know if the burner is on or not.

They are faster at heating food than induction or electric models, which makes them perfect for kitchens that are busy. They are also cheaper to operate than electric hobs, provided you get electricity from a provider that produces renewable energy sources.

There are freestanding gas hobs or built-in models. The former are the better choice if you’re planning to remodel your kitchen because you can easily relocate them later. They aren’t easy to install and might require you to cut into the finished carpentry. This isn’t the best choice for every home.

They have a smooth and flat surface, which makes them easier to clean. They typically have elegant, stainless steel trims, which can be incorporated into many kitchen designs. Some models even come with touch-sensitive controls as well as the power boost feature allows you to boost the intensity of a specific burner by up to 50%, so you can bring a pan of water to the boil in no time.

Certain gas hobs are equipped with a safety system that automatically shuts off the gas supply when the flame goes out. This means that you don’t have to worry about accidentally starting a fire. Gas hobs can be cheaper to run than some electric ones, and permit precise temperature control.

Gas hobs emit carbon dioxide when they burn. This could be an issue for eco-conscious consumers. There are, however, models that don’t release any CO2 whatsoever when they’re in use. These ‘zero-emission gas hobs or eco-friendly gas stoves’, have all the features of a standard gas stove, but emits no CO2.

Electric hobs

A popular option for kitchens of all styles electric hobs provide a range of advantages over other types of cooker. For starters, they tend to heat up and cool down faster than gas hobs. This means less heat remains behind after the cookware is removed. They also heat more consistently and are less prone to hot spots than gas models. Electric models are also simpler to maintain and cost less to run than gas models.

Most often used in modern kitchens, ceramic or glass electric hobs provide a sleek and elegant appearance that is both easy to clean and safe to touch. Their flat surface makes them a favorite choice for parents with children, since they’re unlikely to be damaged or crushed by heavy pans. They’re also fairly inexpensive to run and are easily replaced when damaged.

Unlike traditional plate hobs, that make use of coils to generate heat that is transferred to the cookware, ceramic hobs employ an induction system to heat directly the pan. This means that they heat up and cool down quicker, and can be used with any kind of cookware. They’re typically more expensive than electric plate hobs, but they’ll save you money on energy costs in the long run because of their high efficiency and the way they convert almost all the electrical energy into usable heat.

Despite their simplicity in design, it is important to regularly maintain your ceramic or glass hob to avoid any issues. For instance cleaning the cooktop with a non-abrasive cleaning solution is recommended as well as replacing or checking the heating controls and regularly clearing out burner caps and grates. It’s also important to keep an eye for any indications of gas odour since this could be a sign of an issue with the gas lines or a gas leak. It’s best to call an experienced gas technician for assistance if you suspect there is an issue. Always ensure that the stove has cooled completely before cleaning to avoid any severe damage. This will also help to stop any accidental spills or fires!

Hobs with induction

The modern alternative to traditional electric and gas hobs, induction cookers utilize magnetic fields to heat the pan rather than the cooktop. They are more efficient than other stoves, and can help you save energy over the course of time. The cooktop surface is cool to the touch, and a lot of models come with safety features such as automatic shutoff to prevent accidents.

Most induction hobs have a glass or ceramic top and are powered by an alternating current which creates a magnetic field for heating. A pan that is induction-compatible must be flat on the bottom and an iron or steel core, and the magnetic field is activated when the pan is placed in the cooking zone. Most hobs have a “bridging zone” that allows two zones to be joined to accommodate larger pans.

Induction hobs have a reputation for their efficiency. Many report a reduction in their energy usage when they switch to one. They are also considered to be safer as the cooktop’s surface remains cool to the edge, reducing the risk of burns. Additionally, it only heating the pan and its contents. This makes them more child-friendly than gas or electric hobs which can become extremely hot and create a burn risk.

Most induction hobs come with various control options that are the simplest being the simple power bar or touch mark on the surface of the hob, or a fully functional TFT display which displays all options and allows you to alter the power levels, set timers and more. Induction hobs that are more sophisticated feature many copper coils of varying sizes that are placed tightly together beneath the cooktop. The magnet beneath each coil detects the time when the pan is placed. The coil is activated when it is appropriate for the pan size and shape.

All of our hobs and ovens are available as freestanding models or are seamlessly integrated into kitchen units and worktop for an elegant, seamless appearance. Our range of products ranges from sleek stainless steel and black finishes to contemporary ceramic and copper. Be sure to look over our other appliances, too such as dishwashers, refrigerator freezers, and washing machines, to make sure that your whole kitchen working as it should.