Once a gas hob, always a gas hob. But which factors should you bear in mind when it's time to buy a new one? To ensure you cover all the bases, our team of Bosch experts compiled a helpful list of 8 questions to ask yourself when buying a new gas hob. Explore them below!
Gas or induction hob? Get a Bosch gas hob and enjoy:
A 5-burner gas hob with a two-flame wok burner is both beautiful and functional. But a gas hob with either 3 burners or 4 burners might perfectly suit your needs. To determine the right number and types of burners, consider these key factors:
Pro tip: Want to regularly whip up elaborate meals, and have ample space at your disposal? You won't regret selecting a Bosch 5-ring gas hob.
Choices, choices! Glass on a gas hob is trending. An elegant black gas hob – in tempered glass or ceramic – adds a sophisticated note to the heart of your home. Meanwhile, a clean-cut white gas hob never goes out of style. For an industrial edge, there's stainless steel or black metal.
A hob is the visual centrepiece of your kitchen, so it's crucial to select one with eye appeal. After all, shouldn't your gas hob look as good as it cooks?
Pro tip: Visit a local Bosch retailer to see and touch the surfaces first-hand.
When it comes to gas hobs, there's no one-width-fits-all. Instead, you can choose from four widths: a 30-cm gas hob, 60-cm gas hob, 75-cm gas hob, and 90-cm gas hob. One benefit of an extra-wide, 90-cm gas hob: ample space to cook fish, boil pasta and steam broccoli at once. In the end, finding the right hob for you depends on factors like your cooking habits and the width of your lower kitchen cabinets.
Pro tip: Thinking about upgrading to a wider gas hob? Avoid disappointment by first verifying whether it fits the cutout of your kitchen cabinet. See question 7 for installation tips!
Adore cooking with gas but also want to benefit from induction? A gas and induction combination hob, also known as a hybrid hob or mixed fuel hob, might be a wise choice. Flexibly mix and match a 30-cm gas hob with a wok or two burners, with induction or electric burners to build a bespoke hob.
Most Bosch gas hobs today are designed to give you full control of the flame. The advantages? A consistently high temperature to sear your steak. Or a consistently low one to make the ultimate creamy scrambled eggs.
Making ratatouille? Medium heat always yields perfect results.
Bosch gas hobs with FlameSelect let you precisely regulate the flame: just select from nine pre-defined power levels. So you always know exactly how strong the flame is – even though you can't see it.
Curious? See how FlameSelect works.
Let's be honest: even the world's biggest gas hob fans wish there were an easier way to remove the traces of last night's lip-smacking osso buco. While we can't (yet) offer you a self-cleaning hob, we do have some tips:
Bear these tips in mind when selecting a new appliance for your kitchen.
When selecting a new appliance, you naturally want to know how to fit a gas hob in your kitchen. First and foremost, installing a gas hob is a task for an authorised professional. But you can help ensure seamless installation by:
Pro tip: Wondering how much it costs to install a gas hob if you contract out the work? We recommend always requesting a quote in advance.
Love making espresso on the hob? What about melting chocolate for a delectable chocolate mousse? Before purchasing a new gas hob, verify that the right accessories are available to maximise your cooking experience.
Pro tip: Bosch's accessory selection leaves you wanting for nothing. From pot supports to special rings, find exactly what you need for your daily kitchen endeavours.
Now that you're well informed about gas hobs, why not take the next step? First narrow down your choices. Then select a gas hob to love day after day. Year after year.
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Selected a gas hob? Great. Now discover our range of high-quality ovens and other home appliances. Together they take your daily cooking adventures to the next level.
Still deciding between a gas or induction hob? Browse our broad portfolio of high-quality, high-performance induction hobs for comparison. Whichever type you choose, you'll delight in cooking meal after delicious meal on your new Bosch hob.
