Hob FAQs
Can I keep a long, slow simmer going with a gas hob?
Almost all of our hobs have an economy burner with a maximum
output of 1kWh. This will give you excellent simmering results.
What's better, front controls or side controls?
Most of our new hobs have front controls - if you're left handed, or find it
difficult to reach, they should be easier to use. Several of our standard gas
and ceramic hobs have side controls, but all our ceramic touch controls are
positioned in the front.
If I buy an induction hob, will I have to buy new pans?
Not necessarily. You do need ferrous metal pans on an induction hob so that
when the zone is on, the heat can transfer directly from the hob to the pan.
There's an easy way to check your current pans to see if they will work. Simply
test the base with a magnet, if it sticks your pan should work.