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Types of Hobs A hob (known as stove top in North America) is a cooking appliance that heats up pans using electricity or flames. There are many different kinds of hobs, so you can pick one that fits your style and kitchen. Induction hobs come with a flat ceramic surface and four or five zones to heat your pans. Modern touch-operated designs look sleek and stylish and are easy to clean. Ceramic hobs Ceramic hobs can give your kitchen a sleek, modern look. The flat glass-ceramic surfaces are simple to clean and are able to be cleaned in the event of spills or splatters. They also heat up very quickly and are energy efficient and can help reduce your electricity bills. However, one drawback of ceramic hobs is that they may be slow to adjust temperatures and can be a hassle when cooking food that requires an instant reduction or increase in heat. Electric hobs are made of plates that are heated by electric elements beneath. These elements can be controlled separately with rotary knobs, and then tacked up to the level of power you require. You can use the Boost feature to raise the temperature of a certain area. Ceramic hobs also have a extremely high degree of heat retention, so they'll remain hot to the touch even after being turned off. It is essential to place ceramic hobs in a place that is far from items that could ignite and away from children's reach. The advantage of this type of hob is that it can be set up in a variety of worktops, including laminate, solid wood and granite. It's also fairly inexpensive and can be an excellent option for those looking to replace your stove without spending a lot of money. However, just like any other appliance, they need to be installed correctly and connected to the mains, so we would recommend hiring an electrician professional to ensure that the new hobs are safe to use. A downside of this type of hob is that it's very sensitive to pan size and shape. It is necessary to purchase cookware that's either the exact same size as the element or that can fit comfortably into each heating zone on the hob. If the cookware doesn't match, then the element will not recognize it and won't begin to heat up the bottom of the pan. This could result in inconsistent cooking results and make the hob less energy efficient. Gas on glass hobs Glass hobs with gas have a sleek and modern appearance. They can be more expensive than electric models and require professional installation. However, they heat up faster and a full pot of water can often boil in less than four minutes. This kind of hob is also a great choice for cooks who want to regulate the amount of heat being produced. However, it must be noted that a glass hob is more susceptible to damage than stainless steel ones and will need to be cleaned more frequently, as grease and residue build up tends to stay on the surface instead of sliding off. This Bertazzoni hob is a fantastic example of gas on glass. It features four monobloc burners finished in matt black, with control knobs made of metal for a stylish, sophisticated appearance. It also comes with the wok ring that has 4kW to increase versatility, and dishwasher-proof pan supports that are easier to keep clean. This Bosch gas hob is a highly recommended model. It combines a fashionable piece of toughened glass with cutting-edge cooking technology. The dual rings to the left of the hob features a double inner flame to ensure even heat distribution which speeds up cooking times. It also has an easy-to-read power indicator that helps you to control the exact temperature of the flame. You can choose from nine pre-defined settings, including the high setting for searing a steak and a low setting for scrambled eggs. The simple and intuitive controls were also well loved by our test subjects, who found them to be very simple to use. Some minor drawbacks are that you need to press the controls nine times before reaching the maximum heating level, and that the glass can make it difficult to discern the burners' actions. This Neff model is among the top gas-on-glass hobs that are that you can buy at a reasonable price. While it's unlikely to be a winner of any design awards, it does the job well and can be a fantastic addition to your kitchen for less than PS120. Electric hobs There are many electric hobs that are perfect for modern homes. They not only offer a sleek design that fits in with the rest of your kitchen, but they also provide advanced functionality that is safer, more efficient and efficient than their predecessors in terms of energy consumption. One of the most sought-after electric hobs is a ceramic glass hob. These hobs are designed with sleek glazed finishes, and feature an exterior that is easy to clean and resistant to scratches. They're also typically equipped with a power boost feature that allows you to increase the temperature of your stove for a short amount of time. Another electric hob that is perfect for modern homes is an induction hob. In contrast to traditional electric and gas plate hobs, induction hobs use electromagnetic fields to directly heat cookware. This means they are more energy efficient and have precise temperature control. However they require a certain type of pan to work and are costly to set up. A gas-on-glass hob is another option that's a great option for modern homes. Similar to a standard gas hob, it has an oven that is surrounded by a layer of flat glass. The glass is heatproof and shatterproof, making it much easier to clean than tempered glass. A lot of these hobs include a 'hot-surface indicator' that warns you when the oven is hot. Gas hobs are a popular choice for a lot of home cooks However, they can be noisy and difficult to clean. They also take a while to heat up and cool down and their flame can be difficult to control. In contrast, electric hobs are more efficient in terms of energy consumption and are easier to clean. For the highest level of modern efficiency You can also find electric hobs that are compatible with LPG gas. hyperlink can switch between various fuels, providing you with the flexibility to fit your lifestyle. It is important to note, however, that these stoves will need to be installed by an accredited gas safe engineer and require a separate cable of 6mm in your kitchen. They are also not suitable for people with pacemakers since the electromagnetic field can cause interference with them. Induction hobs Copper coils run an electric current that is alternating beneath the glass surface of an induction hob. When an induction compatible pan is placed on the hob, the coils create magnetic fields that heat the pan directly instead of heating the surface of the worktop or heated plate. Induction hobs are efficient in energy use, since they don't use any heat. There are a myriad of models of an induction hob that range from basic ones that have only one cooking zone that is marked with rings to more advanced multi-zoned induction hobs with up to six zones, allowing the cooking of multiple pots simultaneously on one flex zone. Certain models come with a slider control that is similar to the iPhone. You can select the desired temperature by moving your finger from left to right over the power bar located in the middle. 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 can be more expensive than ceramic hobs. However, they are thought to be more efficient over the long term as they heat up much quicker and use a smaller space to heat up, which can help lower your energy costs. They also cool down faster and have a more secure design without hot plates, which makes them ideal for families with children or elderly people living in the house. However, they do produce magnetic forces that can affect 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'll have to clean your electric hob frequently, since food particles and other debris may build up over time. You can make use of a basic oven cleaning product or purchase a specialist one to keep your oven in good condition and shining for longer. Just be sure to never use scrubbers or scouring pads on your induction hob since they can scratch the surface.