Modern kitchen interior includes built-in furniture. A separate structure in the form of a kitchen stove running on gas or electricity does not fit into this ensemble. It was replaced by household appliances that can be easily inserted into the tabletop without disturbing its harmonious design. The cooking panel has become more convenient and practical.
Types of hobs
Today there are two types of hobs on the market. These are gas and electric. There are also combined ones. Let's figure out which hob is better.
The gas panel works by burning gas. Therefore, there is a possibility of its leakage, which can cause poisoning or provoke an explosion, even if a gas control system is installed. The presence of an open flame is also dangerous.
In this sense, a hob powered by electricity is safer. They do not require the installation of additional equipment; a separate three-phase socket is sufficient. The burner is heated in different ways.
Traditional representatives of this kitchen equipment come with an open spiral or cast iron burner. Current models have a glass-ceramic surface. They heat food using radiant, halogen, HiLight or electromagnetic induction technology.
Number of burners and shape
Consumers often buy a range or cooktop with four burners. But this amount is not always necessary. For a family of two or three people, 2 burners are often sufficient.
A stove with 3 or more burners is necessary for a family of four or more people. The wider the panel, the more interesting its design. Cooking surfaces can have a round, five-pointed, trapezoidal, or elongated shape.
You can buy a semicircular one and place it in the corner of the headset.
There are also combined options - with gas and electric burners.
More details about choosing a gas panel in the video:
Width
If your kitchen cabinet width (about 60 cm) and countertop thickness (28-38 mm) are standard, then you won’t have any problems with the choice, because... Most options on the market are sized within furniture standards. The most common option is a square panel with 4 burners.
There is also a parameter - the width of the installation, which determines the size of the niche cut out for the panel in the countertop.
Depth
1. The standard and most common size in accordance with the depth of the cabinet is 50-60 cm. The installation depth here should also be taken into account in order to accurately install the equipment into the niche prepared in the countertop.
2. Another option is often found - the burners are located in one line in width. In this case, the depth is small 35-40 cm, and the width is from 60 cm, usually 70-85 cm.
Height (thickness)
Varies between 40-50 mm.
For hobs with non-standard shapes and locations, with a single heating zone, there may be other width and depth parameters. The most convenient way is to choose a panel in an online store, where, knowing the parameters of the headset, you can filter models by size.
Ways to control the hob
Control can be mechanical or touch.
Also, all hobs are divided into dependent and independent. For those who like to cook, a panel combined with an oven is suitable.
If the kitchen design involves a separate location of the hob and oven, or its absence, then you can choose an independent panel.
Comfortable cooking equipment
When choosing an electric stove, the question arises: which is better - a traditional electrical appliance or its current alternative - an induction hob? We analyzed both options and evaluated them.
A hob with a heating element or cast iron burner consumes a lot of electricity, takes a long time to heat up and is difficult to clean. The only plus is their low cost. But glass-ceramic surfaces have another advantage: they are more durable and will last longer.
Induction cooktops heat cookware by induced eddy currents created by a magnetic field.
This stove differs from a traditional electrical installation in a number of advantages:
- fast heating - efficiency about 90%;
- safety - the surface heats up only when there is a dish with a magnetic bottom on it;
- energy saving.
The only drawback is that not every cookware is suitable for cooking on such a stove. It must be magnetized, otherwise the hob will not work.
The best models of built-in gas hobs at the beginning of 2020
Having decided on the type of surface and the set of desired functions, it is useful to familiarize yourself with the manufacturers and models of surfaces that have gained the most popularity.
Hob with 5 burners
Hotpoint-Ariston PC 750 T (AN) R - Italian-made gas surface, enameled (black and white). Five burners: four standard, of different diameters and a fifth with three flame contours. Lattice made of three separate elements.
Convenient location of the handles, high-quality enamel coating, excellent price/quality ratio. There were no complaints from buyers, only positive reviews.
Hob with 2 burners
Bosch PSB326B21E is a compact gas hob with 2 burners of different diameters. Two separate cast iron grates, stylish design, automatic electric ignition. Possible power supply from gas cylinders.
Hob with enamel coating
Electrolux GPE 263 FW is a classic gas hob with two grates, 3 standard burners and one with accelerated cooking. Ergonomic design, high quality, reasonable price.
Stainless steel hob
BOSCH PGP6B5B80 - 4 burners (2 standard, 1 reinforced, 1 economy), two-piece grate. Unusual location of the burners: on the right side, in an area difficult for children to reach.
Tempered glass hob
Asko HG1615AB is a stylish gas hob with a glass ceramic coating. It has a slightly enlarged panel, which must be taken into account during installation. Unusual (trapezoidal) arrangement of 4 burners: 2 standard, 1 reinforced and 1 economy.
The listed models have received the largest number of positive reviews from customers, but other manufacturers’ data panels also deserve attention.
Filontsev Viktor Nikolaevich
On the website: Author and editor of articles on the website pobetony.ru Education and work experience: Higher technical education. 12 years of experience in various industries and construction sites, 8 of which were abroad. Other skills and abilities: Has the 4th group of electrical safety clearance. Perform calculations using large data sets. Current employment: For the last 4 years he has been acting as an independent consultant for a number of construction companies.
