Gas Hobs

[fastwunz]

Hi all,

Im in the market for a new gas hob.

4 burners and either AEG, Bosch or Neff - im getting it from John Lewis and the wife has a voucher which will help towards installation costs (£100).

Now, i assume getting them to install it is best from a safety and practicality aspect?

Also, i do NOT want stainless steel - it scratches no matter how hard i try not to and the current one i have (AEG) has only been used for 4 years and the black AEG logo and associated markings on the controls are wearinmg off which is really annoying. Also one of the controls has completely seized and i cant move it - it literally happened over night and ill be damned if i know why - my hob is pristine!

Can you folks let me know if you have any experiences with black hobs, glass hobs etc? Im basically looking for quality and durability and want to avopid scratching at all costs.

Any recommendations also welcome - £350 max ish.

Cheers

 

[thezappa]

Hi all,

Im in the market for a new gas hob.

Can you folks let me know if you have any experiences with black hobs, glass hobs etc? Im basically looking for quality and durability and want to avopid scratching at all costs.

Any recommendations also welcome - £350 max ish.

Cheers

So do you want a glass hob or a gas one because I don’t think they exist as the same thing, admittedly I haven’t looked.

Also I have a black glass induction hob and it’s lasted well, it has 1 maybe 2 scratches but I put that down to carelessness and sliding metal trays on to it from the oven and not using a trivet otherwise it’s really good and has lasted very well.

 

[fastwunz]

So do you want a glass hob or a gas one because I don’t think they exist as the same thing, admittedly I haven’t looked.

Also I have a black glass induction hob and it’s lasted well, it has 1 maybe 2 scratches but I put that down to carelessness and sliding metal trays on to it from the oven and not using a trivet otherwise it’s really good and has lasted very well.

It has to be gas and not stainless steel basically - primarily because I’ve spent the last 4 years actively trying to avoid using anything other than kittens to clean my stainless hob as it scratches so easily

 

[jpaul]

folks have a scratched stainless bosch

maybe whirlpool + ixelium coating works - https://www.whirlpool.co.uk/applian...t-in-gas-hob-in-stainless-steel/852440438000/ ?

or the kitchen aid variant https://www.kitchenaid.co.uk/hobs/gas/gas-hob-75-cm-khgd5-77510/851349038000 - ka ones are nearly flush - nice ?

 

[planty]

We installed a Bosch black glass gas hob a couple of years ago. I don't remember the model number but this one looks similar:
https://ao.com/product/ppp6a6b90-bo...N=MDA Genie - Hobs - Bosch&WT.z_AG=Brand Type

The base is glass but the area surrounding the burner is not glass, I think it's some sort of enamel. In 2 years we don't have any scratches on it, we clean it with normal kitchen spray, kitchen roll and glass cleaner and a cloth. It is a bit of a pain to keep it looking clean though!

 

[fastwunz]

We installed a Bosch black glass gas hob a couple of years ago. I don't remember the model number but this one looks similar:
https://ao.com/product/ppp6a6b90-bosch-serie-6-gas-hob-black-47711-41.aspx?gclid=CjwKCAjw27jnBRBuEiwAdjQXDAax-n4okqwj_ki4fKjPjEudUNkMku2dkZiYX9scdWxaFrehh9pjYhoCzsgQAvD_BwE&&WT.z_PT=MDA&WT.z_AT=gas hob&WT.z_MT=Search&WT.z_MAT=Bosch&WT.z_FT=Built In&WT.z_PC=PPP6A6B90_BK&WT.srch=1&WT.z_KW=PPP6A6B90_BK&WT.z_DT=m&WT.z_RTM=PLA&ef_id=CjwKCAjw27jnBRBuEiwAdjQXDAax-n4okqwj_ki4fKjPjEudUNkMku2dkZiYX9scdWxaFrehh9pjYhoCzsgQAvD_BwE:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!8149!3!285222874007!!!g!321138451185!&&WT.z_CN=MDA Genie - Hobs - Bosch&WT.z_AG=Brand Type

The base is glass but the area surrounding the burner is not glass, I think it's some sort of enamel. In 2 years we don't have any scratches on it, we clean it with normal kitchen spray, kitchen roll and glass cleaner and a cloth. It is a bit of a pain to keep it looking clean though!

Thank for this - I wouldn’t go whirlpool for quality reasons although I do like the sound of that protection stuff.

The kitchen aid one does look good but the space I have is for a 4 burner hob and I don’t need bigger.

Thanks again!

 

[fastwunz]

We installed a Bosch black glass gas hob a couple of years ago. I don't remember the model number but this one looks similar:
https://ao.com/product/ppp6a6b90-bosch-serie-6-gas-hob-black-47711-41.aspx?gclid=CjwKCAjw27jnBRBuEiwAdjQXDAax-n4okqwj_ki4fKjPjEudUNkMku2dkZiYX9scdWxaFrehh9pjYhoCzsgQAvD_BwE&&WT.z_PT=MDA&WT.z_AT=gas hob&WT.z_MT=Search&WT.z_MAT=Bosch&WT.z_FT=Built In&WT.z_PC=PPP6A6B90_BK&WT.srch=1&WT.z_KW=PPP6A6B90_BK&WT.z_DT=m&WT.z_RTM=PLA&ef_id=CjwKCAjw27jnBRBuEiwAdjQXDAax-n4okqwj_ki4fKjPjEudUNkMku2dkZiYX9scdWxaFrehh9pjYhoCzsgQAvD_BwE:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!8149!3!285222874007!!!g!321138451185!&&WT.z_CN=MDA Genie - Hobs - Bosch&WT.z_AG=Brand Type

The base is glass but the area surrounding the burner is not glass, I think it's some sort of enamel. In 2 years we don't have any scratches on it, we clean it with normal kitchen spray, kitchen roll and glass cleaner and a cloth. It is a bit of a pain to keep it looking clean though!

Did you install it yourself?

 

[the-evaluator]

We've got a Neff T69S76NO which is a doddle to clean. The pan rests go in the dishwasher and anything that's stubborn on the glass gets a quick scrape with a window scraper and with the glass being glass it doesn't scratch.

I know you're looking for a 4 burner hob so I think the Neff glass ones are worth a look.

 

[Mercenary Keyboard Warrior]

I thought gas hobs had to be installed by an approved gas safe fitter?

 

[bremen1874]

They do, the same as any other gas appliance.

 

[Relentless81]

Cannon Carrick here, black gas hob. 6 months old and no marks

Might want to ignore, mine is an all in one unit I've just realised you're only looking for the hob

 

[200sols]

They do, the same as any other gas appliance.

Legislation doesnt specify that, you can do it yourself if your competent, but you need tools to test for leaks etc and most DIY would not have those. If your accepting payment for the job you must be gas safe registered.

 

[bremen1874]

How do you prove that you're competent without being Gas Safe registered?

 

[Mercenary Keyboard Warrior]

How do you prove that you're competent without being Gas Safe registered?

Light a match by the device?
I mean if your not competent its going to be obvious right?

 

[jpaul]

or the kitchen aid variant

they have 4 burner ones with the stainless coating http://jmmpr.co.uk/whirlpool’s-new-pos-for-ixelium-gas-hobs/

Tests carried out at the laboratories of TÜV Rheinland in Italy have given the durability of iXelium an emphatic endorsement. The surface of iXelium stainless steel always stays shiny and flawless over time, resisting abrasions and high temperatures.
The tests showed that the resistance of iXelium to corrosion is six times higher than that of a traditional steel hob, as well as 15 levels higher for being more scratch resistant. iXelium is also six times better at resisting the yellowing that comes from high cooking temperatures over a long period.

black stuff look sombre too (... and wouldn't match our sink/hood)

 

[200sols]

How do you prove that you're competent without being Gas Safe registered?

You dont need to prove it, until your house blows up then its kind of obvious you are not competent...

 

[planty]

Did you install it yourself?

We were re-doing the kitchen and replacing the boiler all at the same time so they guy that was doing our boiler fitted it for us.

Glad to help.

 

[fastwunz]

thanks for the help guys - im thinking black glass might be the way to go

 

[NickK]

Bosch SS gas job (5 burner 75cm), I know what you mean about scratches - the Mrs is careful.

The nice thing (an neff have it too) is the selecting of the flame is digital. So you get the same flame if you select the same number.

 

[jpaul]

One of the tv cook shows is using kitchen aid induction hobs - they look pretty cool,
https://www.kitchenaid.co.uk/major-...b-flush-installation-khimf-66500/859991548750

Moreover, they use the same resistant coating they have on their stainless gas hobs ... so they must believe in it

This 65cm GOURMET induction hob with flush installation is part of our Premium line. The hob has a minimalist aesthetic, with Ixelium on-glass treatment for everlasting beauty, easy cleaning and resistance to scratches. You can achieve professional results and enjoy freedom and flexibility with more space, dynamic surface and sensors. This model has 6 cooking zones (4 of which are independent) and French plaque with different intensities of heat. Sous chef functions help you to manage common functions and multi-task: 8 SOUS CHEF FUNCTIONS Melting Simmering Keep Warm Boiling Moka Griddle Pan Fry Deep Frying The user interface features text display and touch slider.