Sizes of gas hobs

Gas stoves remain invariably in demand in the kitchen equipment market. Their surfaces are equipped with switches and extremely simple controls, and the heat treatment of products on such a panel allows you to save most of the nutrients and vitamins. Moreover, all the taste qualities of the products are preserved. We will figure out how to choose the sizes of gas hobs that will suit you both in design and in functionality.

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Gas surfaces and new technologies

Many of the new developments of the technologists are related to safety, because one way or another, and the gas environment as the only energy source of the hob in the kitchen is by no means entertainment.

Therefore, when choosing, pay attention to more advanced models that have such features:

• Electric ignition function. Therefore, you can forget about lighters and matches.
• Useful gas control function. If the flame goes out, the gas supply automatically stops.

Important! Of course, such design differences are not a complete guarantee of your safety - the rules imposed by the manufacturer should still be respected, but the quality of your protection will definitely be an order of magnitude higher if such options are available.

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Materials of manufacture

The material of any hob largely determines its durability, strength and beauty. To date, the following gas hobs are available in all sizes:

• Enamel. Reliable and fairly inexpensive option. Products are durable, reliable. There are many color schemes.

Important! Enamelled surfaces also have disadvantages: difficulty in maintaining, susceptibility to scratches and chips.

• Stainless steel. The material can be matte or polished. Caring for steel surfaces is rather difficult. Special cleaning agents are needed.

Important! It is easier to wash a clean steel plate than an enamelled one, but it is rather difficult to maintain a “radiant” look.

• Cast iron. The cast-iron surface is durable and resistant to wear, but it is difficult to care for it, since the material has an uneven structure.

Important! Lattices for cooking surfaces are made of cast iron, which will become the optimal solution for different plates from other materials.

• Glass ceramic. The cost of such surfaces is quite high. But this drawback is offset by ease of use and a beautiful appearance. The glass ceramic surface is even and smooth. The material is very durable and reliable.

Important! There is a minus associated with the acquisition of special types of dishes.

• Strained glass. The glass surface is easy to wash and clean, it looks very nice. However, the glass surface for cooking requires careful handling, as all damage will be noticeable.

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Control Panel Location Options

The control panel may be located on the side or front of the surface. Each of the options has its advantages:

• The front location of the control panel is more familiar.
• If it is located on the side, it is not so polluted.

Important! When installing a gas stove, oven, as well as a water heater, it makes sense to put an individual flow meter so as not to overpay for utility bills.Learn more about how to choose a gas meter in an apartment.

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Number of burners

In different models, hobs different in number and power are installed. Their number is 2-5, depending on the size of the surface itself.

Important! The more burners, the larger the size of the hob in the kitchen.

The following types are distinguished.

• Standard (one row of flame).
• “Double crown” (two rows of flame).
• “Triple crown” (three rows of flame).

Helpful hints:

• Burners with two and three rows of flame have greater power compared to single-row. Thanks to this, dishes are prepared faster, and their quality is improved due to the uniform heating of the dishes.
• In addition to conventional burners, the stove can be equipped with devices for cooking “grill” dishes and under a wok pan.

But all these nuances affect the size of gas hobs, and this must be taken into account.

Important! Hotplate switches can be touch and rotary. More expensive models are equipped with recessed switches, which have a more aesthetic appearance and greatly simplify surface care. The most expensive modifications are equipped with touch switches that allow you to choose the heating power.

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We integrate the panel into the kitchen

So, there are an almost unlimited number of cooking surface options - both in size and in functionality. The most important point for the hob is the dimensions. This is especially true for owners of small kitchens. Sometimes you have to find a compromise between the free space on the countertop and the large size of the plate. Consider the possible dimensions for built-in appliances.

Width

As a rule, it varies from 30 to 90 cm (in some models 100 cm). The most common gas hobs are 50-60 cm in size, which combine ergonomics and relatively small sizes.

Important! On such a surface, large pans and pans will fit quite comfortably.

Depth and height

The standard depth is 50-60 cm. Panels with a depth indicator of 60 cm are more common.

Important! The height of the device varies between 3 and 10 cm.

We do the calculation

Let's try to calculate the size of the hob for the kitchen, which is suitable for your kitchen set. The worktop provides two working areas:

• From sink to stove.
• From the stove to the end of the kitchen.

Important trivia:

• It is desirable that the length of the zone from the sink to the stove be in the range of 0.6-1.0 m. In any case, it should be convenient for you to place a cutting board there and there is no risk of getting burned on the stove. Too much space is also undesirable - going back and forth is tiring.
• It is also necessary to provide a certain distance from the stove to the edge of the countertop. A distance of 0.3 m is enough to have a place to put pots removed from the stove.

So, measuring the length of the wall along which the kitchen appliances will be located, subtract from the obtained value:

• The width of the washing.
• The distance between the sink and stove.
• The distance between the stove and the edge of the countertop.

What you got as a result, and there is a hob, the dimensions of which are suitable for you.

Important! If as a result of all the calculations you get a figure of 30-40 cm, you should not get upset, because usually no more than three rings are used at a time.

Helpful hints:

• When developing a kitchen design, keep in mind that it is not necessary to place a stove for cooking above the oven. The thickness of the countertops is much more important. If the hob is thicker than the countertop, then a false panel must be used to compensate for the lack of thickness.
• In case you place the hob above the dishwasher, you need to increase the thickness of the false panel by 5 cm in order to minimize heating of household appliances.

Important! Even if you plan to call a specialist for further work, read to have an understanding of the technical side, about connection of a gas stove and oven.

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Review of popular gas independent stove models

Description of the most common gas hobs will allow you to choose the option that suits you - both in size, in functionality, in price.

FRANKE Crystal FHCR 705

Built-in hob independent, with control module made of tempered glass. Main characteristics:

• Dimensions of gas hobs - 72 * 51 cm.
• The number of burners is 5 (one with a triple column).

Electrolux EHT 60435

Independent type cooking gas stove with tempered glass control panel. Only 4 rings:

• 1 - very high power.
• 2 - high power.
• 1 - medium power.

Important! There is a button for electric ignition. The design is equipped with a gas control function. If the flame goes out, the gas supply stops.

Dimensions:

• Dimensions: 59 * 52 cm.
• Built-in dimensions: 56 * 48 cm.

Bosch PCP 612B80E

Independent gas hob for installation. Management autonomous. Number of burners - 4:

• 1 - burner with high power.
• 2 - standard power.
• 1 - economical.

Important! Regarding security, the manufacturer has well thought out the device:

1. There is a function of automatic electric ignition.
2. The stove is equipped with thermoelectric protection against gas leakage.

Options and specifications:

• There is a grid for dishes made of steel.
• The device is designed for a minimum countertop thickness of 3 cm.
• Panel dimensions 5.2 * 58.2 * 52.0 cm.
• The size of the hob in the kitchen for embedding is 56.0 * 48.0 cm.

AEG FM 4300

Independent built-in gas stove. Made of VITRAMIC glass ceramic reinforced with corrugation.

Characteristics:

• The number of burners is 2.
• The burner power is 4.9 kW.
• Plate dimensions - 36.0 * 52.0 cm.

Nodor PGI 40

The panel from stainless steel from the Nodor company (Spain). Covers and grids of the burner are made of enameled material.

Characteristics:

• The number of burners is 4.
• Power of burners, kW: 1 - 3.0; 2 - 1.75; 1- 1.0.
• The total power is 7.5 kW.
• Plate dimensions - 57.7 * 50.0 cm.
• The dimensions of the gas hobs for embedding are 47.3 * 55.5 cm.

ILVE HAP95C

Laid on built-in stove for cooking from Italian masters, made of stainless steel. Cast-iron grates and burner covers.

Characteristics and dimensions of the gas hob of this model:

• The number of panels 5.
• Panel dimensions 52 * 89 cm.

Important! There is a cutout for gas and electricity.

Smeg PDXF116RS

Independent built-in cooker from the Italian company Smeg. Embedding on the same level as the countertop. The base is made of stainless steel. Cast-iron grates, burner covers made of enameled metal. Only 4 gas burners. Power:

• 1 - 1.05 kW.
• 1 - 2.3 kW.
• 2 - 1.8 kW.

Options:

• Dimensions - 116 * 5 cm.
• Dimensions for embedding - 114.1 * 33.1 cm.

Smeg SRV532GH3

Independent gas recessed panel from the Domino line. Made of stainless steel. Cast-iron grates. Steel handles and covers.

• The number of burners is 2.
• Power, kW - 3.30 and 1.05.
• Dimensions - 30.6 * 50.0 cm.
• The dimensions of the hob for embedding are 25.6 * 48.2 cm.

Important! If you could not choose the suitable option from the offered ones, you want to view other models to compare characteristics, pluses, minuses, click on the link with the article in which you will findgas stove rating.

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Electricity VS gas

The question of which is better - an electric or gas hob, excites many people who want to update household appliances. Compare these two types of cooking surfaces according to the main indicators.

Security:

• A gas stove cannot be called completely safe. Even a small gas leak can lead to tragedy.
• The electric surface for cooking, subject to the rules of connection and operation, is completely safe.

Ecological cleanliness:

• Gas combustion products settle on soot in the form of soot. In addition, gas actively burns oxygen in the room.
• The electric panel does not form soot and does not burn out oxygen in the room.

Cooking speed

In this regard, electric stoves are inferior to gas stoves, since gas heats cookware to higher temperatures.

Important! When choosing a gas or electric option, use our review of user-tested models from the article Hob rating.

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Stock footage

So, after reading the article, you have a basic understanding of the choice of the type and size of the hob and you can choose the best option for yourself in a regular or online store.