Built-in gas stoves: types and subtleties of choice

Among gas stoves, a special place is occupied by structures that organically fit into the interior of the kitchen. The advantage of such devices is that they, having excellent functionality, look modern and aesthetically pleasing. Gas units have a number of undeniable advantages that make them the bestsellers all over the world.

The built-in gas stove is remarkable in that it is easy to use and functional. Complete furniture sets can be created from these gas units. Their peculiarity lies in the fact that they can be used almost everywhere. Gas can be used not only through the burners, but also with the gas grill, which is located at the top of the panel. The hob is differentiated into two types.

• Dependent. This type is part of the design of the oven, it is a single complex. The functional elements are located on the front of the oven. Such gas devices should only be from one manufacturer.
• Independent. This type of stove is more democratic. It can be mounted in different corners of the same room.

There are a great variety of hobs, you can always find a suitable option. For small kitchens of 6–12 square meters, stoves with two burners are often used, for a family of 3 this is quite enough. Plates are reliable, economical, easy to work with, and inexpensive. The hob is easy to install, the source of fuel supply can be a standard cylinder or main gas pipeline.

The main advantage of stoves that are "powered" by blue fuel is their long service life, it can reach 50 years. Cooking on such a stove is much easier, and the dish turns out to be of higher quality. The cooking speed is also faster. Gas stoves are much cheaper. In addition to automatic ignition, modern gas stoves are equipped with an option: boiling in automatic mode. A similar function allows you to work in a given mode or switch to it in an automatic mode.

Freestanding two-burner stoves have LED indicators that control the intensity of the gas flow, which has a positive effect on the economical consumption of blue fuel. And also a similar function allows you to create an optimal temperature regime for the preparation of various dishes. It is useful to have more powerful burners, which make it possible to quickly heat various foods. It is not uncommon for such devices to have multiple rings of fire. It is also useful to combine electric burners with gas appliances.

Any technique has its own undoubted advantages and disadvantages. This postulate is directly related to slabs. The following advantages are worth noting:

• dishes that are cooked on a gas surface burn less;
• cooking time takes noticeably less;
• it is easy to regulate the intensity of combustion;
• heating is evenly distributed;
• a stove that runs on gas is more economical;
• functionality of modern gas units - child protection, automatic ignition, gas control and so on;
• the gas appliance can organically "fit" into any set, which makes it possible to save a lot of money resources;
• aesthetic appeal - the slab becomes an organic element of the overall design concept;
• a large amount of energy is saved compared to electric heating stoves;
• has convenient functionality - you can adjust the intensity of gas combustion in a matter of seconds.

There are also such problems when using built-in gas appliances, such as:

• the block is more expensive when compared with a separate stove;
• the need for a separate hood;
• the need for a separate cylinder to supply the stove with fuel.

The number of burners is directly proportional to the number of residents living in a given living space. If the family consists of two people, then a two-burner stove is the best choice. If the family is more numerous, then it is difficult to do without 4 burners. The hotplates can be arranged in squares. There are plates with a quadrangular elongated configuration, as well as two-burner ones. There are units in which a combined type is present, namely:

• half of the burners are gas powered;
• half of the cooking zones are powered by electricity.

In recent years, the brewing unit has become more and more popular, on which there are up to 5 burners. Four devices are standard and the fifth is a triple crown burner that has a triple ring of fire. And there can also be a concave device, which is made in accordance with the innovative WOK technology. The dimensions of the hob can be quite impressive, you can place a lot of dishes on them. Width is an important parameter to keep in mind when choosing the right machine.

Another indicator is important - this is depth. This indicator affects how much space the panel stove with an oven will take in the kitchen, as well as the oven. If the apartment is small, then it is better to buy a unit that has 2 burners. If we talk about the color scheme, then they traditionally prefer the color white or black. Recently, slabs with various colors have been somewhat popular, namely:

• yellow;
• Red;
• blue;
• green.

Ovens vary considerably in volume. The smallest are the 28-liter ovens that come with gas stoves. Standard cookers have ovens ranging from 42 to 59 liters. Such devices can work from gas and electricity. Usually, the units are equipped with a grill, a spit, and a ventilation system. The best ovens are those where there are several layers of glass (2-3), which creates additional protection against high temperatures.

Also important is the “self-cleaning” function, which is highly valued by consumers. There are three types of automatic cleaning:

• catalytic - this is when the enamel surface interacts with fats;
• hydrolysis - in this case, water is poured onto the pallet, then the surface cleaning mode is turned on;
• pyrolytic - when all organic compounds evaporate from high temperature.

It is worth considering the ranking of the best stoves.

This model has the following standard feature set:

• timer;
• grill;
• the maximum temperature is +277 degrees;
• convenient control levers.

This equipment has the following dimensions:

• 599 mm high;
• 597 mm wide;
• 566 mm deep.

This option has at least 5 heating modes, there is also a grill. It is compact and powerful. It costs about 30 thousand rubles. The oven offers the following additional functions:

• gas supply control system;
• there is an automatic spit;
• strained glass;
• there is a cooling mode.

This unit attracts attention with the following features:

• heating function (4 types);
• grill;
• timer;
• automatic ignition.

MGOG 673W differs in economical gas consumption and can be easily cleaned from contamination. The volume of the unit is 69 liters. The cost is 38,000 rubles.

This is a modern oven with a volume of 55 liters. It has the following dimensions: 593x595x562 mm. The model has such features as:

• standard switches, three types of heating;
• automatic ignition;
• grill with large skewers;
• timer that controls the supply of blue fuel.

This is a good device from the well-known manufacturer Indesit. It features reliable performance and excellent functionality. Volume - 72 liters. Its dimensions are 597 x 597 x 554 mm. It has a traditional control, there is a grill and a timer that makes a sound. This technique is relatively inexpensive, up to 20 thousand rubles. The model has a beautiful silver color.

This is one of the best models from the renowned manufacturer Bosch. The display is touch-sensitive, there is an electronic control system. It is worth noting such most notable advantages as:

• timer;
• electrical ignition;
• gas control;
• special thermal probe;
• several heating modes (up to 5 pcs.);
• grill;
• you can use a skewer;
• the cost is high - 47,000 rubles.

This is one of the best models, because for little money you can purchase a universal unit that will work flawlessly for a long time. This model has the following features:

• 4 burners;
• standard switches;
• automatic ignition;
• the device is made of stainless steel, color - silver;
• the price is just over 6,000 rubles.

This model is made of stainless steel. The PGA 45 Tordo hob has small dimensions - 432x492 mm. The grates are made of cast iron. Two powerful burners of a traditional configuration, with one triple burner. There is a gas control system. Regulators are standard. There is ignition in automatic mode. This model costs 13,200 rubles, significant discounts are possible during sales.

This is one of the finest German cookers. Schaub Lorenz is known on all five continents, has a well-deserved reputation as a manufacturer of quality products. The company produces models that have affordable prices, rich functionality and reliability in operation. Model SLK GS4010 is made of stainless steel, which does not contain toxins. There are three cooking zones. There is an ignition machine, standard switches. The dimensions are compact - 412x492 mm. The cost is surprisingly low for German technology, only 9,200 rubles.

This unit has durable glass, a cast iron lattice structure is based on it. There are four hotplates, one of them works on the triple crown principle, which allows you to efficiently and quickly heat any kind of cookware. The gas control function provides another protection. The unit features excellent assembly and reliability in operation. You can fix the dishes to the wire racks. Cost - no more than 21 thousand rubles.

This 4-burner unit has a large working area - 554 x 474 mm. It is not cheap and has a good build quality. The panel has a beige color scheme and costs about 24,000 rubles. There are four burners, one of which has a triple crown. There is an automatic ignition, a system that turns off the gas supply in automatic mode.

When choosing the necessary panels (gas under the glass), you should pay close attention to the presence of rubberized tips on the grilles, they protect various surfaces from damage. The functionality is realized using standard controls that are mounted on the hob, and their presence on the surface of the oven is also possible. Recently, touch panels have come into vogue, when an indicator appears on the screen showing the development of the combustion process.

It is very important to consider when choosing a slab what material it is made of.

• Enamelled surfaces are most often used.that are reliable and functional. They are not afraid of mechanical damage and temperature changes. There are sides that delay the "escape" of the boiling substance. Of the minuses, it is worth noting that enamel is a fragile material that is capable of chipping over time.
• Stainless steel Is a functional material that fits well into a high-tech kitchen interior. Stainless steel is not afraid of aggressive chemical compounds. She perfectly tolerates mechanical stress. It is not recommended to clean this material with abrasives.
• Strained glass always looks stylish. It is free of toxins, easy to care for, and durable. This material cannot be cleaned with abrasives. The glass is regularly wiped with a cloth soaked in soapy water.
• Ceramics always look fresh. This material "does not like" molten plastic, it should not fall on the surface.

When buying, close attention should be paid to the grates and burners. The grates should be made of refractory metal. Cast iron or refractory alloy products are usually commercially available. The grill should rest on the edge of the hob, which gives stability to the structure. When choosing a stove, it is also recommended to pay attention to the location of the burners. It is imperative that two burners have increased power, which will save time when cooking.

All freestanding gas stoves have an additional device - gas control. If there is no gas in the burners, the automatic relay will cut off the blue fuel supply. Even small-sized stoves now have electric ignition, the spark is "cut out" automatically, just turn the knob slightly. The hotplate can burn with 3-4 rings of flame, which greatly speeds up the preparation of a variety of dishes.

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