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Types of HobsA hob (known as stove top in North America) is a cooking appliance that heats up pans with flame or electricity. There are many different types of hobs. You can choose the one that best fits your kitchen and your style.Induction hobs feature a flat ceramic cooking surface and include four or five zones to heat your pans. Modern touch-operated designs are sleek and fashionable, and are easy to clean.Ceramic hobsCeramic hobs provide modern and sleek design which can greatly enhance the overall appearance of your kitchen. They have a flat glass ceramic surface that's easy to clean, which means spills and splatters are quickly wiped away. They heat up quickly and are energy-efficient and can lower your electric bill. Ceramic hobs can be slow in changing temperature settings. This can be frustrating when you need to cook something that requires quick reduction or an increase in temperature.Electric hobs utilize an uncooked plate that is heated by electric elements beneath. The power of each element can be adjusted through rotating knobs. oven uk can even utilize the boost feature to boost the heat of a single zone. Ceramic hobs hold heat extremely well, so even after they have been turned off, they'll be hot to the touch. This can be a challenge if you have children, so it's best to only install them in a location that is well away from flammable objects and away from young 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 is also relatively affordable and can be a great alternative if you're looking to replace your old hobs without spending a lot of money. However, just like any other appliance, they do need to be properly installed and connected to the mains power supply, so we recommend hiring an electrician professional to ensure that the new hobs are safe for use.This type of hob is sensitive to pan shapes and sizes. You'll need to buy cookware that is either exactly the same size as the element or that will fit comfortably inside the heating zones on the hob. If the cookware doesn't fit, then the element won't recognize it and will not begin to heat up the bottom of the pan. This could lead to inconsistent cooking results and will make the stove less efficient.Gas on glass hobsGas on glass hobs are sleek and contemporary in look. They can be more expensive than electric models and require professional installation. However, they heat up faster as an entire pot of water can typically boil in less than four minutes. This kind of hob is also a great option for cooks who prefer to limit the amount of heat being produced. Glass hobs are more susceptible to damage and require frequent cleaning as they tend to build up grease and sludge.This Bertazzoni hob is an excellent example of gas on glass. It has four monobloc burners in matt black, with control knobs made of metal to give it a chic, sophisticated finish. It also has a 4kW wok ring for added versatility, plus dishwasher-proof pan supports that are easy to clean.This Bosch gas hob is another highly recommended model. It combines a stylish piece of toughened glass with advanced cooking technology. The dual ring design at the left side of the gas hob provides an inner burner that doubles to increase heat distribution and speed up cooking. It also features a handy power indicator that helps you to control the exact temperature of the flame. You can choose from nine pre-set settings, like the highest setting for sear steaks and a lower one for scrambled eggs.Our test subjects also appreciated the controls because they were easy to use and intuitive. Some minor issues include the fact that you need to physically press the controls nine times to get to the highest temperature and it may be difficult to discern the status of the burners through the glass.This Neff model is among the top gas-on glass hobs that are available at a low cost. While it's unlikely to win any design awards but it can do the job well and can be an ideal addition to your kitchen for less than PS120.Electric hobsThere are many electric hobs that are perfect for modern homes. They're not only sleek and stylish, they are also faster, safer and more energy efficient than their predecessors.One of the most popular electric hobs is a ceramic glass hob. These hobs have sleek glazed finishes, and feature a surface that is easy to clean and resistant to scratches. They also come with a power booster feature which allows you to boost your heat for a short duration.Another electric hob that is suitable for modern homes is an induction hob. Induction hobs heat cookware directly by using electromagnetic fields, unlike traditional electric and gas plates. They are therefore more energy efficient and offer precise temperature control. However they require a particular type of pan to function and can be costly to set up.A gas on glass hob is a second option that's a great option for modern homes. Similar to a standard gas hob, it features a burner beneath the glass is a flat layer. However the glass is shatterproof and heatproof, so it's much easier to clean than tempered glass. A lot of these hobs are equipped with the "hot surface indicator" which alerts you to the temperature.While gas hobs are still an option that is popular with home cooks but they can be noisy and difficult to clean. They also take time to heat up and cool down, and their flame can be difficult to control. In contrast, electric hobs are more efficient in energy use and easier to clean.There are electric stoves that work with LPG gas. This allows you to switch between different fuel sources, meaning you'll have the flexibility to adapt to your lifestyle. It's important to note that these stoves will need to be installed by a registered gas safe engineer and will require an appropriate cable of 6mm to be installed in your kitchen. They're also not suitable for those with pacemakers, since the electromagnetic field can interfere with them.Induction hobsCopper coils create an alternating electric current under the glass surface of an induction hob. When an induction-compatible plate is placed on the hob, the coils produce magnetic fields which directly heat the pan rather than heating a surface of the worktop or heated plate. This makes induction hobs very efficient from a energy point of view because there's no leftover heat that is wasted.There are a variety of models of induction stoves from the basic entry-level ones with a single zone labelled by rings up to more advanced multi-zoned induction stoves with up to 6 zones that allow multiple pots to be cooked on one flex area. Some of these premium models feature an adjustable slider control similar to the iPhone. You can choose the desired temperature by swiping your finger from left to right over the power bar located in the middle. Some models even have pre-programmed settings for certain 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 thought to be more energy efficient in the long run since they heat up quicker and have a smaller surface to heat up which could help lower your energy costs. They also cool faster and have a safer design that doesn't have hot plates, making them perfect for families with young children or elderly persons who live in the house. However, they can create magnetic fields that can affect medical devices like pacemakers therefore it is essential to center your pans on the burner and avoid placing small pans on large burners.As with all electric hobs you will need to clean your induction hob frequently, since food particles and other debris can build up over time. You can use a regular oven cleaner, or you can purchase a specialist cleaner to keep your stove clean and in good shape for longer. Just be sure to never use the abrasive cleaning pads or scouring pads on your induction cooker as they can scratch the surface.