Gas-fired built-in hob

Today on sale you can find a variety of built-in panels, they are based on electrical options, and the gas hob is already considered almost the rudiment of a modern kitchen, although it is present not only in combined forms, but less often. Blue fuel is the cheapest energy, so there are gas pipelines in all cities and urban-type settlements.

There are many models - domestic and foreign manufacturers produce gas panels specifically for the Russian consumer, because in the West many have long used induction products. It is difficult to choose among a wide range, but after reading this article, you will learn all the advantages and disadvantages, features, as well as the individual nuances of gas models for installation in kitchen furniture.

Features

The gas panel has individual features, compared with other products of this class:

1. Its cost is much lower than similar devices with an electrical connection, consumers who do not use ovens buy such a panel or the kitchen already has a separate oven.
2. Before choosing a product, you need to make sure that its dimensions correspond to the dimensions of the countertop - the built-in stove is quite easy to integrate into the kitchen, introducing a certain charm into the interior.
3. With the presence of a new panel in the kitchen, the space previously occupied by a standard stove is freed up, all furniture is installed more densely along the wall, since there is no thermal effect and large gaps must not be observed. Some models suggest a corner placement option.
4. The control of such panels is the most modern and high-tech, which facilitates the cooking process, on expensive models there is programming of some operations.

Compared with the stand-alone gas stoves of older models, the hob is more sophisticated, as well as a variety of protection against sudden flame attenuation, as well as the intervention of young cooks.

Advantages and disadvantages

The positive qualities of gas stoves and panels are quite relevant today, although more than 190 years have passed since the invention of a similar product:

1. Fast heating and the same cooling.
2. No special utensils needed.
3. Lower cost compared to electric models.
4. Substantial savings.

Of course, there are disadvantages:

• a large concentration of combustion products, oxygen burns out in the room, so powerful ventilation is needed;
• it is necessary to strictly observe safety rules, because a fire is possible with improper use of open flame;
• burners with cast-iron grills make it difficult to care for the hob, although manufacturers use modern coatings - glass ceramics or tempered glass;
• no timer for each burner.

When connecting your home to the gas main, you can use the combination panel, where two burners are gas and two are electric. In this case, you can really make a comparison and find out which of the presented options prepares better and faster, and also check their efficiency.

Selection specifics

Today, it’s quite difficult for consumers to choose the model of an embedded gas panel: there are so many options for every taste and color perception. To make the right choice, you need to know certain nuances for all the criteria below.

Number of burners

This is probably the most basic parameter, since in everyday life we ​​do not use all heaters at the same time, so we should choose based on the composition of the family:

1. Two-burner panels are ideal for a single pair of senior citizens, but the Domino version is also available, where each knuckle represents a two-burner version, and together they make up a full-size cooker. The user himself determines their relative position.
2. The best option for the average family is three heating zones, just what is needed for cooking dinner at the same time with the participation of a standard set of dishes, and the whole set of rings will be involved.
3. Four is a classic of the genre, it justifies itself in the case when users quite often cook a lot, but in small-sized kitchens they can be placed normally only with the angular version.
4. Five are quite large and convenient for daily cooking panel surfaces where high-power burners with two or three rows of perforations in the divider are used. Ideal for spacious kitchens and large families.

Some manufacturers produce models with burners up to 7 pieces, but this is for industrial use or by order of a very large family.

Surface material

If the user unsuccessfully chose a work surface, his mood will be spoiled in the first week of using the new product, regardless of its functionality and beautiful design.

Enamel

It is considered by specialists to be the cheapest material, but it has a wide range of colors. The only drawback is the cleavage of the coating from the fall of a heavy sharp object, for example, a cutting knife, from which the grill does not protect. Repair will cost the careless user a round sum.

Stainless steel

Despite the luxurious appearance, such a coating after the first preparation requires careful care - greasy spots, traces of escaped broth do not add to its attractiveness. Use only liquid care products that do not contain solid abrasive particles.

Glass ceramic

This modern type of hob is in increasing demand from customers every year - such a stove is installed not only on the electric version of the panels, but also on gas models. The installation has two design options:

1. Standard - gas burners located on a glass-ceramic panel.
2. Unique technologies - gas under glass, the peculiarity is that the dividers are hidden under a transparent plate of black tinting. The view is quite bewitching.

The second option has unique properties: heating occurs only in the marked area, as in induction cookers, and next to the panel the ordinary room temperature is maintained. Skeptics argue that from temperature extremes, the coating may crack during prolonged use, but the company guarantees the opposite.

Glass ceramic can withstand a decent load, but is afraid of point hits, so extreme caution is needed during cooking - otherwise you will have to change it, because it is impossible to make repairs. For care, it is advised to purchase a special silicone-based product that does not need to be washed off the surface - after drying, it creates a protective film from the ingress of solid components on it. For example, a grain of sugar falling on the heated part of the panel can cause the crack to crack, and salt crystals, if removed with a rag from the surface, can scratch it.

Glass

The hardened surface is not afraid of scratches, but for cleaning you need to use a soft fiber and chemically inactive detergents. Cleaning should be carried out more often, because on a dark surface, contaminants stand out, as on litmus paper. White-colored panels look much better, but they are less common.

Grating material

They are cast from cast iron or steel, can withstand a solid weight, but you need to pay attention to the design: is it convenient to put dishes with a small bottom diameter on it.

Sizes and color

When choosing a model, it is better to determine in advance the place of its installation in order to choose the appropriate dimensions of the plate. Depth varies between 510-550 mm, the width directly depends on the number of burners. To know which gas panel is best for the headset installed in the room, you need to familiarize yourself with the parameters of the proposed options:

• two burners - 306x546 mm;
• three - 450x510 mm;
• four in a row - 560x490 mm;
• five in two rows - 950-1000 by 520 mm.

The color of modern panels depends on the material of the hob: if it is enamel, then they choose the color scheme of kitchen furniture, stainless steel - only silver, and glass ceramics - dark tones, the exception is the white panel.

Controls

The location of the rotary switches and burners must be treated carefully: they should be located as far as possible from the powerful dividers so that the temperature of the open flame does not affect their design, especially when they are made of plastic. The best location is in front, convenient for left-handed and right-handed people.

Various options

Modern models are equipped with the latest technology:

• automatic ignition of electrical action;
• gas control system - a prerequisite for user safety;
• effective protection against children's curiosity;
• some models are equipped with automatic shutdown when liquid enters the work surface.

If you don’t have children yet, then protection from the excessive curiosity of the younger generation will come in handy after a while, because an expensive product is not purchased for one or two years.

The best models

Below is an overview of models from different manufacturers, but this is not a 2019 ranking, but a simple listing of their features.

2 burners

GEFEST 700-02

The average price is 1 700 ₽, a desktop version of a gas stove with brown enamel, dimensions 500x374x110 mm, weight 3.7 kg. The total power is 3.4 (2x1.7) kW, on low heat - 400 W, gas consumption 243 g / h, producer - Belarus.

Excellent value for money, lightweight, convenient for transportation, the kit includes a hose for connecting, I use it in the country, the gas consumption is very small, so it lasts a long time, and it’s not a problem to refill the bottle. Cooking fast, no complaints.

Craftswoman 1217 BN

The cost is from 1 460 rubles, tabletop, steel case, brown color, work surface - enamel, dimensions 500x300x75 mm, weight 3.5 kg, grill from enameled steel. Power 3.4 kW, can operate on natural and liquefied gas with a pressure of 2/3 thousand Pa, the set includes nozzles for main gas. Production Russia.

Small dimensions and weight contribute to excellent mobility, simple operation - two rotary switches, can be used during the repair of a stationary stove or in the country from liquefied bottled gas. Low consumption guarantees long use without refueling. Some users complain about the low location of the dividers - it is difficult to set fire to matches.

DARINA L NGM521 01 W

Price from 1 329 ₽, white enamel, dimensions 500x330x112 mm, weight 4.2 kg, power 3.8 (2x1.9) kW. Streamlined body made of fairly thick steel, mechanical control - convenient rotary switches made of composite material with a polished surface. Production Russia.

Domestic manufacturers make household appliances pretty high quality, the case is durable, the grille is high from enameled steel, convenient switches. Great appearance, no comments.

Title	GEFEST 700-02	Craftswoman 1217 BN	DARINA L NGM521 01 W
Installation	autonomous	autonomous	rotary
Dimensions (WxD)	50x37	50x30 cm	50x33 cm
Panel Material	enamel	enamel	enamel
Total burners	2	2	2
Switches	rotary	rotary	rotary
Price	from 1334 rub.	from 1450 rub.	from 1620 rub.

3 burners

Fornelli pga 45 tordo

The cost is from 11,490 rubles, the working surface is made of stainless steel, the general color is silver, dimensions 510x450x80 mm, weight 12 kg. The maximum power is 6.55 kW, the WOK burner is 3.8 kW, the economy is 1.0 and the standard is 1.75 kW, the gas flow with all included is 0.626 cubic meters. m / h and 477 g / h natural / balloon. Automatic ignition, production Italy.

Quite compact and comfortable model, burners for every taste, especially like Three crowns - a 5 liter pan quickly boils. It is easy to operate, it is convenient to clean an excellent work surface, but care must be taken so that there are no scratches. Thanks to the manufacturer for reliable equipment of very modest dimensions.

Schaub Lorenz SLK GS4010

The price in Moscow is from 8 490 ₽, dark enamel, durable cast iron grill, weight 6.7 kg, dimensions 440х510х100 mm. Burners: 55x1.0; 75x1.75 and 100x3.0 mm / kW, total power 5.75 kW. The control panel is located in front, electric ignition on each ring. Made in Turkey.

Compact, but powerful, high-quality assembly, the switches are conveniently placed and do not heat up when using the stove for a long time. The dishes are heated quickly, the design allows you to cook on all burners at the same time, which is very convenient. The grill is easy to remove and does not interfere with cleaning, the surface of excellent quality is easy to care for. No flaws were identified.

MAUNFELD MGHG 43 12W

The cost of 19.02 thousand rubles, a grid of cast iron, burners: 1.0; 1.75-3.0 and Three Crowns 2.5-3.8 kW. The hob is made of tempered glass of white color from the German company SCHOTT, dimensions 470х510х40 mm, weight 7 kg, electric ignition, gas control. 24 months warranty, made in Turkey under the license of an English company.

The stylish design fits any interior, good quality, convenient metal switches can be removed, cleaned, turned the knob, and the gas automatically ignites - very convenient and safe. Cooking with such splendor is a pleasure, they know how to do it when they want. No cons found.

Title	Fornelli pga 45 tordo	Schaub Lorenz SLK GS4010	MAUNFELD MGHG 43 12W
Installation	independent	independent	independent
Dimensions (WxD)	45 x 51 cm	44 x 51 cm	45 x 51 cm
Panel Material	stainless steel	enamel	strained glass
Total burners	3	3	3
Switches	rotary	rotary	rotary
Price	from 12700 rub.	from 8490 rub.	from 16990 rub.

4 burners

Gorenje GW 65 CLB

The average price is 19.5 thousand ₽, weight 12 kg, dimensions 580x510x100 mm, the coating of the working panel is enamel, the color is anthracite, the cast-iron grate is divided into three parts. The location of the burners is an inverted square: the house-keeper is closer to the wall 43 / 1.0; 67 / 1.75 in front; on the sides 97 / 3.0 and WOK 134.4 / 3.8 mm / kW. The product runs on trunk and liquefied gas, made in Slovenia.

Pluses: quality, design, color and functionality, a set of nozzles for gas. A rim is made around the perimeter, preventing spilled liquid from entering the tabletop or under it. Lattices can be washed in PMM, the surface is exactly the same, you can move the dishes without fear of turning them over. There are no major flaws.

Kuppersberg TS 62 X

The average cost of 11.5 thousand rubles, independent installation, stainless steel top, two cast iron grates, dimensions 580x510x45 mm, weight 10 kg, burners: 1x1.0; 2x1.75 and 1x3.0 kW. Management - rotary switches from steel. There is a gas control system, electric ignition. Manufacturer Germany.

Users note the convenient location of the control panel, the excellent quality of all materials, the injectors are bundled for supply from bottled gas. The coating is durable and good to clean; the WOK burner significantly reduces the preparation of bulky dishes - some positive emotions.

Bosch PCP615B90E

Cost from 12.8 thousand ₽, coating of a stainless steel working plate,

584x520x54 mm, two cast-iron grilles with rubberized legs, so as not to scratch the coating.Burners: 1x1.0; 2x1.75 and 1x3.0 kW, automatic ignition, gas control. Made in Spain factories.

The panel is very comfortable, the quality is excellent, the fringing around the entire perimeter protects the countertop from accidentally spilled liquid. Simple operation: turned the handle - the gas is on, there are maximum and minimum modes. Great modern design and silver color. No flaws were found.

Title	Gorenje GW 65 CLB	Kuppersberg TS 62 X	Bosch PCP615B90E
Installation	independent	independent	independent
Dimensions (WxD)	60 x 51 cm	58 x 51 cm	58 x 51 cm
Panel Material	enamel	stainless steel	stainless steel
Total burners	4	4	4
Switches	rotary	rotary	rotary
Price	from 18 790 rub.	from 14 690 rub.	from 15990 rub.

findings

Today it is quite simple to choose a gas panel for independent integration, the main thing is to determine in advance how many burners are suitable for you and with the place of its installation. Before going to the store, you need to find the best model on the Internet, familiarize yourself with its main indicators, so that the seller can give out a whole set of tactical and technical data, and not listen to his laudatory odes on expensive, out-of-demand goods. Have a nice shopping.