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+[Hobs and ovens](https://www.ovensandhobs.uk/) are common feature in most kitchens. They can be found in a variety of styles. You can mix different types of ovens, like gas and electric to meet your requirements.
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+Safety features like child and position controls could be integrated into a hob. These are designed to prevent children from touching the hob, and stop them changing the heat settings accidentally.
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+Types
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+In the center of every kitchen, the hob is the main focus and can play a huge role in the way your food comes out. There are many different types of hobs available, and which one you choose depends on the cooking requirements you have.
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+Gas hobs are the most popular option and provide a quick heating process and instant reaction to temperature changes. They are a popular choice for professional chefs as they provide precise control. However, they're not as easy to clean as other hobs, and they may require a higher degree of maintenance.
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+Electric hobs are made of ceramic with a flat surface and heated elements beneath. They come in various sizes and have four to six cooking zones. Each zone has its own heating element that you can control separately. You can boil potatoes in one ring while cooking sausages on another. This type of hob can be faster to heat than gas and offers a child-safe alternative as the cooking zone is only heated when you place a pot on it.
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+Traditional ceramic hobs are a convenient alternative to electric and gas and are also a very fashionable option. They have an even and smooth surface that is easy to clean. However, they are not as quick to react to temperature changes or cool down as other hobs.
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+The Domino hob is an alternative to electric and gas hobs. It combines ovens beneath the cooking surface. They can be installed in smaller kitchens that have limited installation space and work well in flats and kitchenettes. They are typically less expensive than a standard hob and can be extremely energy efficient however they are also fragile and require more attention than other types of cookers.
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+Gas
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+Gas hobs are cooktops equipped with burners that can be easily fitted into the kitchen countertop to create a seamless look. Gas hobs are usually powered by LPG or natural gas, but they can also be powered by propane gas. They are modern and sleek design that can give a sophisticated touch to your modular kitchen.
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+A traditional gas stove comes with various burners, usually 4, but sometimes as many as 6. The burners can be ignited with a match or knob. The flames can then be controlled by a set of valves which can be adjusted in temperature.
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+Contrary to this, modern gas hobs with built-in gas are equipped with multi-flame burners that allow you to manage the outer and inner ring of each burner to precisely manage your cooking. These types of burners provide faster heat up times and are more reliable than old-fashioned ones.
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+In the past, it was essential for the gas stove to be continuously lit to ensure that the burners were hot and fueled. This was to avoid accidents, like the mistake of turning on an oven when the stove is still lit with a match or pilot light. Modern cookers are designed with safety in mind and have a built-in flame failure device that shuts off the burners automatically should the pilot light fail.
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+Gas stoves and hobs must be checked, cleaned and maintained on a regular basis. The best way to ensure this is to arrange an appointment with a certified Gas Safe registered engineer. They will not only be able ensure that your appliance functions correctly, but they will also provide expert advice on how to avoid any future problems.
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+Electric
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+A good hob is just as important in creating the perfect kitchen. Worktops, refrigerators, freezers and ovens are the first items that come to the mind. The type of hob that you choose will affect the way your kitchen works and how easy for you to clean.
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+Electric hobs have heating elements underneath the glass surface, which is typically wiped down with a non-abrasive cleaner. These elements are activated when you turn on the hob and can be adjusted to various power levels using a control knob. They can take a little longer to heat up than a gas cooker but once they have done so, they usually provide more consistent temperature control. They also have built-in indicators to let you know that a zone is being used or hot from cooking.
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+They are available in a range of four to six sizes and can be notch-up up to different power levels. They are ideal for flat-based cookware but aren't the best option for cast-iron pans since they can overheat. Some models (such as Belling BELCH602T) have dual-ring designs that let you cook sausages and boil water in the same ring. Some even include a boost function that concentrates high-powered heat into a single ring for stir fry cooking, searing meat or boiling large pots of water.
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+Induction hobs are distinct from standard electric models because they use electromagnetic fields instead of traditional gas flames to heat your cookware. They can achieve precise temperatures more quickly and are more efficient in energy use. They also have a cool to the touch surface and flashing heat indicators to inform you that a ring is in use or still hot.
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+Ceramic
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+Ceramics can be used to make functional or decorative objects. It's formed by mixing earthen elements, clay, powders and water to the desired shape, then subsequently fired in a high-temperature oven called a kiln. Once made, it can be covered with paint-like or decorative materials to add colour and texture.
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+Ceramic hobs blend form and function to create an impressive piece of modern kitchen furniture. They operate by using radiant heating technology, which passes an electric current through coiled components hidden beneath the black glass surface of the hob. When they are activated, they create heat which is then transferred to your pan through an infrared system. You can alter the degree of heating by turning the knobs or touch controls.
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+Some ceramic hobs have dual rings, which have the smaller and the larger cooking zone. This allows you to choose the ideal size for your pan. You can also buy hobs that have boosters that create high-powered heat rapidly. This is ideal for searing food or bringing pans to boil fast.
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+Ceramic cooktops are more energy efficient than other kinds of hobs as they take longer to heat up and alter temperatures. You can also find vented hobs that integrate a ventilation system within the ceramic cooktop, ensuring steam, smoke and cooking smells don't linger within your home.
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+Induction
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+Induction hobs contain heating elements comprised of copper wire coils. The coils create electromagnets which heat the pans placed on the top of them. The coils stir the free electrons in the base metal of your pan, which then transfer heat evenly to your food. The surface of the stove is never hot, and the cooking zones automatically turn off as soon as your pan is removed.
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+Induction hobs are typically more expensive, but they also get hotter faster and use 30 to 70% less energy than gas or other types. They are also easier to clean, since the surface of the hob doesn't get hot and only the contents of the pan do.
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+Certain manufacturers offer an induction model with extra features like the ability to pause that cuts off the power to your stove when you leave it, or connect two cooking rings at the same power level to provide greater flexibility. They are commonly called FlexInduction hobs and can be more expensive than traditional induction models but they're worth a look if you like to multitask.
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+This induction hob is our top pick. It comes with four cooking zones with a Bridge function and nine power settings, offering you a variety of options for cooks who want to be more adventurous. It did well in our tests with fast heating and accurate control when making pancakes. The hob also has a built-in dishwasher and an automatic pan detection function to make cleaning even simpler. The only problem is that there are only a few compatible pans that can make use of it for cooking with utensils with magnetic bases. This can be a challenge when you have a lot of non-compatible cookware or only some of them are suitable for induction cooktops.