A Guide to Hob and Oven Cooktops

Ovens and hobs are essential in the kitchen, but there are a variety of models on the market. We've created a quick guide to the most popular hob cooktops:

Solid plate hobs are simple to use durable and long-lasting. They also heat up metal plates that are able to heat your pans. The solid plate hobs are economical to run, however they can take some time to heat up or cool down.

Gas

Gas stoves and hobs have many features but are very different. While traditional stoves have a freestanding physical appearance, hobs are integrated into the kitchen countertop and offer a more sleek appearance to your kitchen. Modern hobs are more secure to use due to a cutting-edge flame failure system that shuts off gas if it detects low flames on the burner.

A gas hob comes with multiple burners, which allows you to cook in various ways. You can control the heat intensity for any recipe, from boiling water to cooking. The burners can be turned individually off or on to maximize your energy consumption.

Gas stoves feature a projecting design and a pipe to connect them to an LPG cylinder. Hobs are sleek and built-in and sit at the same level as your kitchen platform. As such, you won't have to worry about moving the cooker should you decide to alter your kitchen layout in the future unlike an open-air stove.

Furthermore, gas stoves require an additional gas line and ventilation system, which can increase the cost of installation. This kind of hob is more likely to have an increased utility cost than induction models or electric models, depending on the energy rates in your area and consumption habits.

With a gas stove, natural gas is piped to the burners through an outlet on the back of the appliance. When you turn the control knob on a gas hob the valve regulator is activated, allowing gas to flow in. Once the burners are activated, they're ready to be used.

Gas hobs, in addition to being more user-friendly and more convenient, are also easier to clean than gas ranges. A gas stove that is conventional can have a number of crevices in which food spills can collect. A modern hob has flat glass surfaces that solves this issue and is easy to clean. The unique gas hobs from FUJIOH are also easy to maintain as you can remove the aluminium alloy burner and venturi parts for thorough cleaning.

Electric

A hob is a key component of any fitted kitchen. It can be either an electric or gas hob. A solid plate cooker is also an option. They're ideal for flat-based kitchen items like pans, and they're easy to use. They can be a little expensive to operate as they take longer to get hot and cool than other options, but the good thing is, they're very durable and can be easily wiped clean too.

Ceramic electric hobs are the perfect choice if you are looking for something modern. They're stylish and sleek, with a wipe clean fascia. The cooking rings are independently controlled and can be adjusted in size, allowing you to cook a variety of dishes at the same time. This is ideal for busy households. There are models that have a combination of electric and induction so you can get the best of both.

Gas induction hobs can be equipped with a stainless-steel finish to give a more traditional look. They are also more controllable and quicker to heat up than a standard gas stove. They use an induction heating element to heat your pans directly, preventing any heat from going to waste on the hob like you would with a gas cooker.

Induction hobs are more expensive to buy but they are also less expensive to run because they are more efficient at heating than gas and produce less heat residue. They also tend to be more consistent in their temperature, meaning that you're less likely to get hot spots on your hob.

Plate hobs are a basic option that's not as efficient as other models, but they're more affordable to purchase. They are a great choice for beginners as they are simple and easy to operate. They're not recommended for people with children, however, because they're very easy to burn yourself on if you're not careful. Also, they are not suitable for heavy cast-iron pots or woks because they can warp.

Induction

Unlike traditional gas or electric hobs, induction cooktops do not make the ring hot