What Is The UK’s Best Gas Hob?
If you’re in the market for a new gas hob, there are plenty of great options to choose from. But which will be the best for your home? Here’s a look at some of the best gas hobs on the market, along with a guide of what to look out for. Whether you’re looking for a powerful model with multiple burners or something smaller and more efficient, you’ve come to the right place!
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Gas Hobs Buyer’s Guide
It’s the appliance you’ll cook most of your meals on, boil water, or even make your preserves. But, how do you choose from all the models available?
All the available options can be overwhelming; how many burners? Square or diamond layout? Glass or stainless steel base? What about specialty burners, and what about the trivets, should they be cast iron or steel?
In this guide, we’ll discuss a lot of these features, but the following points are worth remembering when it comes to narrowing your field of options.
Design
Whether you want four or five burners, consider how they’ll be configured. A square layout has been traditional, yet this can be frustrating as it limits where larger pots and pans can be placed without compromising other burners. Equally, fancy dedicated burners may look attractive, but will they really be used, or will they also make other burners unavailable?
Control Settings
There’s a fine line between cooking the perfect line, and a culinary disaster, this line is controlled by the heat settings. Look for gas hobs that have detailed and accurate control. The better the control, the more you’ll be able to select the perfect temperature, and prevent over heating or costly delays.
Ignition
Smooth and efficient ignition is a must for all modern hobs. Ignitions should spark quickly, within 3 ‘clicks’, and should ignite the gas without the gas flooding the burner ring – this will cause a flash when the spark eventually lights.
Safety
Look for gas hobs that have flame safety devices on each burner, this will the burner from leaking gas into your kitchen in the even that the flame is extinguished for any reason.
How to Clean Gas Hob Racks & Burner Caps
Cleaning gas hobs is a straightforward process. Most hobs will clean easily with a sponge and warm-soapy water, but this should always be checked with manufacturers recommendations. If you hob is stainless steel, a proprietary cleaner may be recommended.