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Types of Hobs A hob (known as stove top in North America) is a cooking appliance that heats pans by using electricity or flames. There are many different types of hobs. You can pick the one that best suits your kitchen and style. Induction hobs feature a flat ceramic cooking surface and come with five or four zones for heating your pans. The modern touch-operated designs look sleek and elegant and are easy to clean. Ceramic hobs Ceramic hobs can give your kitchen a sleek, modern design. The flat glass-ceramic surfaces can be easy to clean and can easily be cleaned up if spills or splatters occur. They are fast 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 frustrating when you have to cook something that requires a rapid reduction or increase of heat. Electric hobs consist of a solid surface that is heated from below by electric elements. These elements can be controlled separately by rotary knobs and nipped to the power level you require. You can use the Boost feature to boost the temperature of a certain area. Ceramic hobs also have a very high heat retention, meaning they'll remain hot to the touch even after being shut off. It's important to install ceramic hobs in a place that is away from any flammable objects and away from children's reach. This kind of hob can be used on a variety of worktops such as laminate, solid hardwood and granite. It is also relatively affordable and is an excellent option for those looking to replace your old hobs without spending a lot of money. As with all appliances, they need to be properly installed and connected to the mains. We recommend hiring an electrician to ensure that your new hobs are safe to use. This type of hob is sensitive to pan shapes and sizes. You'll need to buy cookware that's exactly the same size as the element, or that will fit comfortably inside each of the heating zones on the hob. If the cookware isn't the same dimensions as the element, the element will not recognize it and won't heat the bottom of the pan. This can result in cooking that is uneven and make the hob less efficient. Gas on glass hobs Glass hobs with gas are a great choice for an elegant, modern look. While they can cost more than electric models and require professional installation, they often take less time to heat up – it's not uncommon for a full pan of water to come to a boil within four minutes or less. This kind of hob is a great choice for cooks who want to control the amount of heat that is generated. However, it should be noted that a glass hob is more susceptible to damage than stainless steel ones and may need to be cleaned more often, as grease and residue build up tends to stay on the surface 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 appearance. It also includes an oblong wok ring with 4kW for added versatility, plus pan supports that are dishwasher-safe and easier to keep clean. Another highly recommended model is this Bosch gas hob that combines an attractive slab of toughened glass with advanced cooking technology. The dual ring design on the left of the hob has the double inner flame to improve uniform heat distribution, which in turn speeds up cooking times. hobs and ovens has a handy power level indicator that allows you to control the precise temperature of your flame. You can choose from nine preset settings, including the highest setting for searing steaks and the low setting for scrambled eggs. Its simple yet easy-to-use controls were also loved by our test subjects who found them be very easy to use. A few minor issues are that you must press the controls a further nine times before reaching the maximum heating level and that the glass can make it difficult to discern the burners' actions. Some of the top gas on glass hobs can be found at affordable prices like this Neff model. While it's unlikely to be a winner of any design awards however, it serves the purpose well and can be a fantastic addition to your kitchen for less than 120 dollars. Electric hobs Electric hobs are perfect for modern homes. They're not only sleek and stylish, but they are also safer, faster and more energy efficient than their predecessors. Ceramic glass hobs are among the most well-known electric stoves. They're constructed with a sleek glazed finish and feature an easy-to-clean surface resistant to scratches or smudges. They're also typically equipped with a power boost feature that allows you to increase the heat of your hob for a short period of time. Induction hob s are another electric hob that is perfect for modern homes. Induction hobs cook your food directly using electromagnetic fields, unlike traditional gas and electric plates. This means that they are more energy efficient and offer precise temperature control. They require a specific type of pan and can be costly to install. A gas on glass hob is a different option that is a good option for modern homes. Similar to a standard gas hob, it features the burner underneath an underlying layer of flat glass. The glass is heatproof as well as shatterproof, making it much easier to clean than tempering glass. A majority of these hobs include a 'hot-surface indicator', which informs you when the hob is hot. Gas hobs remain a preferred choice for many home chefs, but they can be noisy and difficult to clean. The flame can also be difficult to control and takes a long time to get hot and cool off. On the other hand, electric hobs are more efficient in terms of energy consumption and are easier to clean. For the highest level of modern technology You can even find electric stoves that are compatible with LPG gas. This lets you switch between various fuel sources, so you'll be able to suit your lifestyle. But, it's important to remember that these hobs must be installed by a gas safe registered engineer and will require a specific 6mm cable to be installed in your kitchen. They are also not suitable for those with pacemakers because the electromagnetic field could interfere with them. Hobs with induction Copper coils conduct an alternating electric current under the glass surface of an induction hob. When an induction-compatible pan is placed on the hob, the coils produce magnetic fields that heat the pan directly instead of heating the surface of the worktop or a heated plate. Induction hobs are efficient in terms of energy efficiency, since they don't use any heat. There are a myriad of models of induction stoves, from the basic ones with a single zone marked by rings, to more sophisticated multi-zoned induction stoves that have up to 6 zones and allow for multiple pots to cook simultaneously on one flex area. Certain models come with a touch slider control that is very similar to the way you operate on an iPhone. Simply slide your finger across the power bar at the middle to choose the desired heat level left to right increases the heat and right to left decreases it. Certain models have preset settings that are specific to food items or recipes which can help you save time in the kitchen. Induction hobs are more expensive than ceramic hobs. However they are also more energy efficient over the long term. They heat up faster and have a smaller area for heating which can lower your energy costs. They cool quicker and also have a safer design without hot plates. This makes them perfect for families with children or elderly people. However, they do generate an electric force that could cause interference with certain medical devices such as pacemakers. It is therefore crucial to center the pans and avoid using smaller pans on bigger burners. Like all electric hobs, you will have to clean your electric hob regularly, as food particles and other debris may build up over time. You can employ a standard oven cleaner or invest in a specialist one to keep your stove in good condition and shining for a longer time. It is not recommended to use the abrasive cleaning products or the scouring pad on your induction stove, as they can scratch the surface.