What kind of gas stove is better to buy is the question asked by the hostesses. The answer to this question is not so simple, because in order to make a choice, you need to know what characteristics they possess.
Currently, botanical stores offer a large selection of gas stoves with a variety of functions or without them. When choosing, the following characteristics should be considered.
Dimensions
This characteristic is necessary so that it fits perfectly into the interior of the kitchen. The overall dimensions of the plates differ, depending on the model and manufacturer. The standard dimensions are: height - 86 cm., Width - 50 cm., The distance between the rings - 26 cm.
Burners
They are an important element of a gas stove. The main role in the burners is played by nozzles that supply a gas-air mixture to the surface of the stove. Nozzles may vary in diameter and size.
Burners can vary in shape: oval and round. Most often, gas stoves with round burners are found.
Recently, gas stoves are equipped with one large burner, for faster cooking.
Oven
It is an important subject of a gas stove. Thanks to him, you can bake pies, bake chicken and cook delicious casseroles.
There are three types of ovens - gas, electric, gas with a grill. Uniform heating takes place in an electric oven and in a gas cabinet with a grill.
Type of control
There are two types of gas stove control: electronic and mechanical. The choice of control type depends on your preference. The first type is characterized by a relatively high price, as well as complexity in management, which consists in certain combinations of pressing the touch buttons.
Electronic ignition
Electric ignition is a device that ignites a gas stove with an electric spark. Today, almost all modern stoves have built-in electric ignition. It is of two types: automatic and mechanical.
Working surface
The working surface is the top of the stove on which the burners are located. They differ from each other not only in size, but also in the materials of which they are made. They are: enameled, glass-ceramic, steel.
The most common is an enameled surface. The most important advantages: relatively low price, high quality, a large selection of colors, strength. But, it is very difficult to maintain in its pure form, since scratches and traces of dirt immediately appear on it.
In electric stoves, mainly a glass-ceramic working surface is found. It is made of durable material, so it will serve for quite some time. The main disadvantage is the high price.
The working surfaces of gas stoves made of stainless steel can be matte or polished. They are quite durable, easy to wash and have an expensive appearance.
