The pros and cons of the oven at the top

Wardrobe: how to choose an electric oven

If you read the recipe and understand that to fulfill the order “Heat the oven to 180 degrees, bake exactly 35 minutes in convection mode, and at the end add grill” Your oven cannot, it is time to change it. We tell you that modern electric oven and what, except for modes, can pay attention to when choosing the main assistant in the kitchen.

It is worth starting not with functions, but with the choice of a place for the oven: the type of model will depend on this. The oven can be:

• independent and placed anywhere, without forming a couple with a hob;
• dependent. this should be strictly under a certain hob, with which it has a common control panel.

The advantage of an independent oven is the ability to install it in a kitchen set anywhere, including at chest level: it is more convenient to put and take dishes, as well as monitor their preparation. You will have to bend down to the dependent oven installed under the hob, and it can only be changed to a similar one in order to maintain the possibility of controlling the hob. Either change her and oven.

If you have a gas hob, but you decide to buy electric admiration, it is important to understand that it will not be possible to simply include it in the outlet: for the power of the oven (and this is from 2.3 to 4 kW), you will need a dedicated power fishing line for a trimmer with a ground and a special outlet.

Dimensions and liters

The width of the standard built.in oven 60 cm, increased. 90 cm, but there are narrow models with a width of only 45 cm.

The standard oven has a litigation of 50-60 liters, but now the tendency to increase the volume is obvious and have more and more models have the volume of the working chamber from 65 to 76-77 liters. This makes it possible not only to prepare large portions, but also to make unusual holiday dishes. for example, bake the turkey completely. And it’s just more convenient to use a large oven.

Built.in oven. species and subspecies

Building cabinets of a built.in type can work on gas or from electricity, and some models perfectly combine both the first and second heating method, which significantly expands the capabilities and efficiency of such a device. All types of ovens have their advantages and their own characteristics, and they must be taken into account when choosing an oven, and then just the gadget settled in your kitchen as you need.

Undoubtedly, the main advantage of both built.in and ordinary gas ovens is that they can work regardless of whether there is electricity or not, so no emergency shutdowns with planned repair work will not be terrible. the meat will be prepared, and the pie will be prepared. Yes, of course, gas models of wind cabinets, which are equipped with all kinds of electric massacre-grill, convection or what else useful, but, alas, depending on the electricity with the function, of course, they will be loaded if they suddenly be de-energized, but their main gas burners will not stop working so that the disaster will not happen.

Pros of built.in gas oven:

Energy independence. gas models are not afraid of poor wiring in old houses, interruptions with power supply and other “horror stories” for electrical appliances.

Economics. gas is still cheaper than electricity. Well, at least for now.

Simplicity of management and reliability. you will get a familiar set of functions for which you do not need to study and remember all modes and settings. And there is nothing complicated in servicing such an oven. it is quite easy to clean and rarely breaks. Let’s say more. you also need to try well to break the gas oven.

Cons of built.in gas oven:

The lack of bells and whistles-inexpensive models of gas ovens will not be able to please you with special functions and will not replace the microwave, but still they can do something. For example, if convection is not in all gas ovens, then the function of electric lights, grill, timer and other pleasant little things can be found even in the most inexpensive models.

Uneven distribution of heat. you can’t argue here, the advantage of electrical models of wind cabinets is obvious. The gas oven is baked stronger from below, while the upper part of the dish that is being prepared in such an oven does not receive heat due to the lack of convection.

Slow warming up-after turning on the gas oven, you have to wait for some time, while the temperature inside reaches the level you need, but the electric models are “dispersed”, of course, not instantly, but really very quickly.

Temperature accuracy is another “disease” of gas ovens. If electrical models allow you to immediately set the temperature mode you need (the temperature step can be up to 5 degrees) and perfectly support it, then the gas ovens to this, alas, are not adapted, so the hostess will have to control what is happening inside the oven and regulate the gas supply intensity, to raise or reduce heat in time.

Electric oven cabinets

First of all, the electric oven in use is very convenient in that it can boast of a certain independence. You can immediately choose almost all the product preparation parameters you need, set the time, mode and temperature of the baking, and the device sits for you to complete the work cycle and readiness of the dish.

But here, too, there were no nuances without some. Firstly, the electric oven is quite gluttonous, and they consume electricity with excellent appetite. And secondly, they are very demanding on the quality of the wiring-in old houses, for example, where the light “knocks out” while turning on the electric kettle with a washing machine, it is simply impossible to install such a technique.

Pros of built.in electric oven:

Convection. electric oven in which a special fan is installed, just bake any dishes perfectly perfectly. It is thanks to convection that the maximum uniform heat treatment of products placed in the oven is ensured and a delightful brown crust is created.

Multitasking. static electric artists, in which only the upper and lower Tenas and grill (and not a fact) are installed can offer their owners the necessary minimum functions with a small number of variations. But multifunctional oven cabinets with a smart panel of administrations and all kinds of belldings are capable of, if not for miracles, then on something close to them. Multifunctional ovens can steam, quite effectively replacing a double boiler, defrost products, work in microwave mode, etc.D.

Cooking several dishes. oven with additional heating elements on the sides and on the back wall in combination with convection can provide uniform baking at the same time several dishes. Just arrange the forms and baking sheet at free levels. the oven will cope.

Cons of built.in electric oven:

Features of connection. a special separate socket with grounding, good voltage and high.quality reinforced wiring is required.

Economic. electric oven “wind up” a lot of electricity, so you cannot call such a technique economical, especially if you often use a oven cabinet. A little to save the situation can choose the correct class of energy consumption of the device. energy.saving equipment has more modest appetites.

Parameters and functions of built.in ovens

Dependent and independent oven. Oven can be completely autonomous, and can work in a bunch with certain models of hobs. In this case, the control panel of a connected hob is usually taken to the oven body.

Volumes. When choosing an oven, both gas and electric, you need to pay attention to the volume and size of such a technique, because the functionality and convenience of the oven largely depends on them. Manufacturers offer models with volumes, on average, from 50 to 80 liters. these are full.sized built.in oven. Small.sized ovens can have a volume of 30 to 45 liters.

The size. The dimensions of the oven are usually approximately the same in depth (about 55 cm) and height (about 60 cm), which allows you to embed such a technique into almost any kitchen “wall”, and the difference in volumes and dimensions lies in the width of the oven. Compact models of the ovens are quite narrow (about 45 cm wide), which allows them to be placed in small kitchens without prejudice to free space. Universal oven of medium widths (60 cm) are most common, they are optimally suitable for frequent use and will perfectly fit both in large and in the middle kitchen. Large ovens can reach almost a meter in width and require the appropriate amount of free space, so that it is rational to install them only in spacious kitchens and only if the family is really large. otherwise such a cool multifunctional gadget simply will not be used for its intended purpose.

Backlight. One of the simplest, but at the same time most popular functions in the ovens. It allows you to easily look inside the oven, without opening the door and not risking getting burned while pulling a hot and heavy shape from a hot oven. A simple press on the backlight button will allow you to see through the glass door, which happens inside.

Guides in the oven. There are three types of guides. These are stationary guides, that is, ordinary horizontal excavations on the side walls of the oven, removable, which are special metal plates, along which the grille or baking sheet, and telescopic are the advanced runners, on which the baking sheet “leaves” from the oven if you pull it slightly For its edge.

Door opening system. The built.in oven can be equipped with an ordinary folding door (gas and electric models), drawn up or hinged (electric oven). Everyone is familiar with the first option. the loops are attached at the bottom of the oven, and the handle is located at the top of the door, while in some models of oven cabinets you can completely remove the door for more convenient cleaning of the internal surfaces. The hinged doors of the oven open to the side. as, for example, in refrigerators and microwaves. The sliding door is convenient in that you slightly pulling the handle, you completely take out all the lattices and installed containers (the same principle works as with drawers in lockers). But here lies one drawback. any such opening significantly drops the temperature inside the oven, which slows down the speed of cooking and increases energy consumption.

Glass in the door of the oven. Here is one rule, and it is very simple. the more glass plates in the door of the oven, the lower the temperature of the front panel, respectively, the less the risk of getting burned during cooking, for example, just by accidenting the doors of the working oven, and the weaker the kitchen will warm up (the weaker This moment is especially felt in the summer, as you understand). The minimum amount is one glass, the maximum is four glass plates.

Convection. A special fan, the work of which provides uniform circulation of hot air inside the oven.

Grill. Can be gas or electric (usually depends on the type of oven). There can also be several types in ovens, the most common are Tennovic grills and infrared. The former consume more electricity, the latter is more economical to use.

Turned. If you like juicy baked meat or barbecue, then the oven with a shed will allow you to enjoy magnificent meat treats at any time of the year, simply preparing them at home in the oven. By the way, in some models of ovens, the spinning is installed diagonally, so its size will be large than in oven with the usual way of placing.

Functions of double boiler and microwave. Electric built.in oven with a double boiler or microwave function are very convenient for small.sized kitchens, since they can significantly save free space. a multifunctional oven can replace several types of kitchen appliances.

Cooking modes. Advanced ovens may provide for already programmed cooking modes adapted for different types of products.

Children protection function. Such functionality allows you to completely block the door and control panel of the oven, so that even the most curious baby will not be able to open or turn on the oven independently.

Choose a good built.in oven and enjoy your own cooking masterpieces!

Determine with dimensions and capacity

Dimensions of the standard oven. 60x60x56 cm (external dimensions). In such a closet, you can cook a large dish for 5-6 servings-what is needed for the average kitchen and a family of 3-5 people. However, in some cases, the oven should have a non-standard width and/or height (the depth of all models is approximately the same- 60 cm (- 5 cm)).

Narrow ovens in the interior of a small kitchen in Khrushchevka

• A large oven 90 cm wide is ideal for Spacious kitchens, Families of 5-7 people and fans of cooking.
• Low models 38-55 cm high usually have a microwave function and help out when there is a lack of space in the kitchen.
• A high oven 90 cm high is usually double, it has one full.size camera and one smaller. This option is designed for large families and hospitable cooks.

Instead of focusing on the “useful volumes” declared by the manufacturer, take with you your largest baking shape to the store to make sure that the size of the oven is suitable for you.

We decide whether the function of convection is needed

The convection function in electrical ovens is carried out at the expense of the fan.built chamber built into the posterior wall. It circulates hot air and helps to cook the product faster, bake the pies evenly, create a delicious crust or cook several dishes at once on different baking sheets. Some models in convection mode can even defrost a frozen product.

On the other hand, this function is not always needed and not for everyone. Some dishes, for example, baking from yeast dough, low.fat meat and chicken in convection mode can be dry. If you rarely cook the grill and often bake a loaf, rolls and pies, then you can save on the fan.

• But if you like to cook in grill mode, often bake biscuits and cakes, like to bake meat, fish or chicken in the sleeve, then the convection function in your oven will be useful.

Dimensions and spaciousness

The dimensions of the ovens are different, so finding the unit suitable for your kitchen will not be difficult. But it must be borne in mind that the smaller the dimensions, the lower the capacity, which means the smaller volume of products can be prepared.

According to the dimensions, the devices are customary to classify on:

Full.size. suitable for premises in which there are no problems with the area, or if you need a large volume of the working chamber: 55. 75 liters. The width varies between 60. 90 cm, depth. 55. 60 cm, height. 60 cm.

Narrow. perfectly fit into a small kitchen, while maintaining the decent size of the camera: 37. 45 liters. Their dimensions are standard, with the exception of the width: it is 45. 60 cm.

Compact. suitable for loners and those who rarely use the stove or if there is not enough space even for a narrow oven. Such an apparatus is built.in or desktop. Their volume does not exceed 45. 50 liters, and the dimensions are approximately: height. 45 cm, width. 60 cm, depth. 55 cm.

Enlarged. suitable for spacious kitchens when preparing large portions. Their capacity is about 110 liters, and some have two cameras: more and smaller.

The width of such devices reaches 90 cm.

Type of execution

Dependent cabinets are delivered along with the hob. They have a control panel with the burners and are installed together. As a rule, the hob is mounted above the oven. Such devices are cheaper, but in the case of a breakdown of one of the parts of the replacement, the whole structure is subject to.

Independent furnaces are completely autonomous. They are in no way connected with burners and can be installed at any distance from them. This is very convenient if it is planned, for example, to install a double.grade plate, and the oven is needed full.size. Finding such a dependent device is very difficult.

Two independent devices will cost more, if you count in total the cost of the hob and oven. But you can choose products from different companies, if suddenly something does not suit you.

Functions and additional opportunities

The simplest gas oven has only a heating element (burner) located in the bottom of the device. Budget electric. upper, lower, combined (upper lower) heating and grill mode.

Additional opportunities and functions open up access to new recipes and cooking modes, however, they can significantly increase the cost of the device. Let’s see what additional modes and opportunities can be found at the oven and what they allow you to cook.

The most popular is the convection regime (mixing air inside the chamber), which is carried out using the built.in fan. In electric ovens, an additional heating element can be located near the fan. Mixing hot air allows you to evenly bake products from all sides, and if you turn on the fan without heating, then this mode is useful for careful thawing products.

Grill mode is ideal for baking small, delicate pieces of meat on the upper shelf of the camera. When working with grill, a rotating spit is often used. So if you like chicken on a spit and other similar dishes, you should pay attention to the models that have a special motor for rotation. However, since now convection is firmly entrenched even in models of the average price range, and in terms of functionality it partially intersects with the skewer, many manufacturers have now completely refused from the vertel.

The presence of mobile telescopic guides for baking sheets allows you to put forward a baking sheet from the oven. In this case, you should pay attention to how it is allowed to put forward it. Most ovens allow you to put forward a baking sheet from the oven by about 2/3, however, there are models that allow it to push it completely. this, of course, is more convenient.

The presence of an probe-termometer is useful for those who often cook meat or poultry in large pieces. With it, you can track the temperature inside the product and the degree of its readiness. The most advanced models will even automatically turn off the heating at the right time, so as not to overdose or not overcrow the meat.

Some models of the ovens in combination can perform the function of the microwave oven. This decision, although significantly affect the cost of the device, in the future will save a place in the kitchen. over: such an oven-microwave can be used in combined mode for accelerated preparation of the product.

The most modern ovens allow steam processing of the product in the preparation process. In simple models, for this, a special container with water is used, evaporating during the preparation process. advanced devices will inject hot steam at the right time (in accordance with the rules of the established program). The steam processing along the preparation can improve the final result, make the dish tastier, juicier, etc. D. On sale you can find oven cabinets, the design of the steam generator in which allows them to be used as classic built.in double boots. Such models usually belong to the premium class, which affects the price.

Built.in programs can greatly simplify the life of a not too experienced cook. To prepare simple dishes in such wind cabinets, only the type of product (meat/fish/poultry, etc. P.) and the desired result, after which the device will automatically select the desired temperature regime and choose the right time of cooking. Well, if the oven allows you to maintain its own “recipes” or allows for updating recipes on the Internet. it will be completely wonderful.

Finally, it makes sense to mention another novelty. an oven with a separator that allows you to turn one working chamber into two, which makes it possible to prepare two different dishes at the same time. each with its own temperature regime. Two mini-followed instead of one big-isn’t it fine? And if there are few products, you can use only half of the large oven.

Modern Samsung oven allow you to prepare two dishes at the same time. each at its own temperature

It is worth noting that all these innovative functions can only be found in electrical ovens. Gas devices will turn out to be significantly poorer in functionality: in them you can find a convection fan, a rotating spin, upper grill (gas or electric). That’s perhaps all.

Self.cleaning function

The issue of caring for the oven is one of the most relevant for those who are going to cook a lot and often, but they often forget about it at the stage of choosing a device. To date, there are several different cleaning methods. pyrolytic, catalytic and steam (hydrolysis). The simplest (steam) system is suitable for those who use the oven not too often (once a week or less). The catalytic cleaning system is suitable for “medium” users, but those who are going to cook a lot and often pay attention to cleaning using pyrolysis.

Let’s briefly say about each of these systems. Pyrolytic self.cleaning implies a high heating of the furnace (up to temperatures about 500 ° C). Fat splashes and other pollution during such cleaning turn into ash, which is enough to simply remove with wet fabric. All kinds of guides and the door will have to be cleaned manually. In the process of pyrolytic cleaning, a significant heating of not only the oven itself is inevitable, but also the air in the room. It can also be accompanied by an unpleasant odor. The whole process, as a rule, takes 1.5-2.5 hours.

The result of the work of pyrolytic cleaning in the Gorenje oven

Catalytic self.cleaning implies that the side walls of the oven are covered with special enamel, which absorbs and breaks down the plaque of fat directly during baking dishes at a temperature of 140 degrees. The bottom and door of such an oven will have to be washed in the oldest, and a special coating wears out over time and may require replacement after a few years of active use of the device.

The simplest steam cleaning (hydrolysis) does not remove, but only weakens the plaque of fat, soil and the appearance of stains of dirt. To clean the oven in this way, you just need to fill the baking sheet with water and start an automatic one.hour cycle that heats the oven to 70–90 ° C. As soon as the cycle is completed, you will have to try to wipe the pollution manually. This method of cleaning, as it is easy to guess, will be the cheapest, but the opinion of its effectiveness among users has a very contradictory.

Steam cleaning, as in the case of Samsung FQ115T002. the easiest of the available options

Speaking about the care of the oven, it will not be superfluous to remember the door attachment. Since the door will have to be washed manually not only from the inside, but also outside, you should ask in advance whether it can be removed and washed in more suitable conditions (for example, in a bath under a stream of water). We also advise paying attention to the number of glasses: the more there are in the door, the better the thermal insulation will be. Today on sale you can find models with the number of glasses from 2 to 4.

Self.cleaning function

The issue of caring for the oven is one of the most relevant for those who are going to cook a lot and often, but they often forget about it at the stage of choosing a device. To date, there are several different cleaning methods. pyrolytic, catalytic and steam (hydrolysis). The simplest (steam) system is suitable for those who use the oven not too often (once a week or less). The catalytic cleaning system is suitable for “medium” users, but those who are going to cook a lot and often pay attention to cleaning using pyrolysis.

Let’s briefly say about each of these systems. Pyrolytic self.cleaning implies a high heating of the furnace (up to temperatures about 500 ° C). Fat splashes and other pollution during such cleaning turn into ash, which is enough to simply remove with wet fabric. All kinds of guides and the door will have to be cleaned manually. In the process of pyrolytic cleaning, a significant heating of not only the oven itself is inevitable, but also the air in the room. It can also be accompanied by an unpleasant odor. The whole process, as a rule, takes 1.5-2.5 hours.

The result of the work of pyrolytic cleaning in the Gorenje oven

Catalytic self.cleaning implies that the side walls of the oven are covered with special enamel, which absorbs and breaks down the plaque of fat directly during baking dishes at a temperature of 140 degrees. The bottom and door of such an oven will have to be washed in the oldest, and a special coating wears out over time and may require replacement after a few years of active use of the device.

The simplest steam cleaning (hydrolysis) does not remove, but only weakens the plaque of fat, soil and the appearance of stains of dirt. To clean the oven in this way, you just need to fill the baking sheet with water and start an automatic one.hour cycle that heats the oven to 70–90 ° C. As soon as the cycle is completed, you will have to try to wipe the pollution manually. This method of cleaning, as it is easy to guess, will be the cheapest, but the opinion of its effectiveness among users has a very contradictory.

Steam cleaning, as in the case of Samsung FQ115T002. the easiest of the available options

Speaking about the care of the oven, it will not be superfluous to remember the door attachment. Since the door will have to be washed manually not only from the inside, but also outside, you should ask in advance whether it can be removed and washed in more suitable conditions (for example, in a bath under a stream of water). We also advise paying attention to the number of glasses: the more there are in the door, the better the thermal insulation will be. Today on sale you can find models with the number of glasses from 2 to 4.

Upgrade

Unlike hobs, oven allow quite wide modification opportunities after purchase. For example, telescopic retractable holders for bastards can often be purchased and installed later, separately. The same applies to other accessories. all kinds of pizza stones, catalytic panels, additional bastards of different types, and t.P. It is especially useful to remember the possibility of an upcoming upgrade in cases where the budget is limited, but I do not want to buy an oven below the oven below.

Finally, speaking of ovens, we must not forget about the safety rules: after all, the temperatures inside the oven can reach quite large values, and both children and elderly people can be in the house.

In a modern oven, the presence of auto shutdown is mandatory when overheating. To protect against children, it is worthwhile to ask the presence of a control system system. In many ovens, a cooling system is used, which removes excess heat from the cavities (housing) of the oven using a fan.

As for electrical devices, the requirements are standard: the presence of grounding and the “zero” wire in the apartment.

And, of course, do not neglect the rules for installing (installation) of the oven: after all, not only the effectiveness of its work depends on this, but also fire safety. In particular, this applies to indications relative to the minimum distance to the walls and other household appliances.

Roster device

Standard Roster is made in the form of a metal case with a glass door. Having opened the door, you can see one or more electrical heating elements that can turn on both at the same time and independently of each other. To install a pallet or heat.resistant shape, a mesh stand is used (in the same way as in an ordinary oven). In general, visually Roster looks almost the same as an ordinary electric oven, except that its dimensions will be significantly less: on the market you can find models with a chamber volume of only 3 liters. However, the most popular (judging by the number of sentences) are models with a camera volume from 30 to 40 liters, which will allow you to cook, for example, a whole chicken.

The volume of the camera

As we just mentioned, the volume of the working chamber is one of the key characteristics of the Roster. Choosing a compact oven, the user is faced with a non.standard choice: on the one hand, the main task is to save a place in the kitchen (that is, to purchase the most compact device), on the other, do not “overdo it” and not buy a too miniature device in which it will not work really To cook anything.

The chicken feels more than free in a 38 liter chamber

In our subjective opinion, the optimal size of the compact oven is determined by the ability to bake the entire chicken of standard sizes, which approximately corresponds to a volume of 30-38 liters (and more). It makes sense to look at more compact models only if you are sure that you want to save a little more space and you know exactly that the selected volume will be enough to complete your tasks.

The number of hets

The vast majority of modern compact ovens are equipped with two heating elements located above and below the camera, respectively. They can work both at the same time and independently of each other. This format is a kind of standard, so other options are better not to consider.

Power and temperature range

The performance of the compact oven is largely determined by the power of heating elements. The instructions usually indicate the total power of both hets, which allows us to obtain a completely adequate idea of ​​what this or that model is capable of.

An additional indication of the capabilities of the oven is the range of permissible temperatures indicated in the instructions. As a rule, it is from 30 to 250 ° C. Note that if the lower temperature limit is at the mark of about 90 ° C, then in practice this means that it is unlikely that you can defrost the products in such an oven. The upper range does not play such a big role: 230 or 250 ° C does not have a big difference, but to meet an oven in the store, which is not able to heat the air to 230 ° C. the task is not from simple. However, if you are going to regularly cook in Roster, for example, a real Italian pizza, you may be worth looking for models that can even more: for example, 300 ° C (a pizza we tested 370 ° C, and the pizza cooking temperature in the wood. about 450 ° C).

Convection

The presence of convection (fan that provides uniform mixing of air) can significantly affect the quality of finished dishes.

The convection mode allows you to more effectively bake large pieces of meat, bake ruddy pies and large pies and even just dry grass, citrus zest or crackers. Small heating with convection allows you to quickly defrost meat or vegetables from the freezer. Finally, the convection mode allows you to use the entire volume of the oven as efficiently as possible, without fear that products located at the angles of the baking sheet will not bake quite well. As a rule, convection is used in dishes where it is necessary to achieve a crisp, dry a large amount of juice released, or bake a large cake or bird well well.

A rotating spit

Like full.sized, compact ovens may have a built.in motor for rotation. Using such a device, you can evenly bake a whole chicken or a large piece of meat.

We would say that the utility is directly dependent on the volume of the camera: the larger it is, the more relevant the more relevant, the less. the less. However, manufacturers of nerders, it seems, know this rule no worse than us: as a rule, there is a spin in large ovens, but in the small ones it may easily not be.

The number of grate level installation levels

Like ordinary oven, compact furnaces allow the installation of a lattice or a baking sheet to a different height. The presence of 3-4 different levels for installing the lattice will allow you to configure the distance between the products and the heater, and therefore ensure the best temperature regime for the preparation of a particular dish.

The material of the internal chamber

The internal chamber of a roster can be made of stainless steel, which is very durable, although not the easiest option to care (burnt drops of fat or juice will not be so simple). You can also find enameled chambers that are washed much easier (but more severely subject to mechanical damage). expensive devices have a biocramic surface, which is very well wiped off from the burning.

Standard type of interior of the working chamber

The presence of backlight

With backlighting is better than without it. Perhaps this is all you need to know about backlighting in compact oven. Despite the fact that for most models the presence of a built.in light bulb is a prerequisite, sometimes models come across without such. Therefore, it is better to verify the presence of the backlight in advance.

Control features and automatic preparation programs

Compact oven are controlled using a mechanical or electronic system, which can be either relatively simple and rather complicated.

A simple mechanical system will allow you to turn on/disconnect the heating of the heating elements, mechanically adjust the heating temperature (more/less), and also use a mechanical timing timer. serious systems include accurate control over heating (the ability to set the heating temperature of heating heating with an accuracy of 5-10 degrees), an electronic timer, etc. P.

Unusual engineering solutions

Some manufacturers are trying to find unusual combinations from various household appliances. As for compact ovens, we happened to see oven with built.in hobs (there are one or two electric heating “pancakes” above the oven, which can be used together with a bucket, pots or a pan).

Such a device clearly claims the role of the “center for cooking everything” in a small cottage, or, for example, in a removable studio not equipped with food equipment.

A little big exotic. an open surface for the grill, also located above the operating camera of the oven. We investigated one such model and came to the conclusion that, subject to quality execution, this hybrid is quite viable and has the right to exist.

In general, you can integrate anything with anything. For example, a Roster with a coffee maker. We can’t take such decisions seriously, but if someone has a desire to acquire such a hybrid device, we will not dissuade. Unless, we will warn that in such cases it is very large to get a very average result in all parameters.

Hybrid models in our market are practically not represented

At what height to build an oven?

We focus on the oven control panel located above the furnace camera. The most convenient ovens are built so that the control panel is higher than the belt of the person who will cook on it, but not higher than the level of his eyes.

What height to place the oven? No higher level of eye level

Oven under the countertop

Many prefer a more familiar option, embedding the oven under the countertop of the kitchen set. As a rule, the oven is placed under the hob, but this is not mandatory. If the location of the stove is more convenient in another place, you should not give up this idea.

The oven can be shifted relative to the hob

Installation of the oven under the countertop is the most acceptable if there are few working surfaces in the kitchen. In a compact room, high-channel cabinets (or cabinets) are impractical. After all, the smaller the kitchen set, the sharper the shortage of the place for work is felt. It is better to integrate the oven not in the penalty spot, but in a standard cabinet. so an additional working area will appear in the kitchen.

In a small kitchen, it is better to embed an oven under the countertop, without cluttering the space with foam and high cabins

Where to build an oven? There are no other options in a very small kitchen. only under the countertop

The oven for the hob is built in classic, vintage and country kitchens. It is believed that this adds traditional interior. In fact, the height of the ovens is not so important as its design. If the oven is made in retro style, then wherever it is built, it will be appropriate everywhere.

In the kitchen in the style of country oven, you can also integrate higher

Hob and oven: pluses compared to a solid plate

The ability to raise the oven higher

This has a positive effect on the level of ergonomics of the kitchen. It is much more convenient to use the oven located so that it does not have to bend or squat in front of it. This aspect is especially important if older people use the kitchen and with disabilities.

With a monolithic slab, the kitchen is devoid of this convenience.

By the way, the optimal height of the oven location is as follows: the upper edge of the device (usually the control panel is located here). at eye level or slightly lower. If the oven is higher, it is already becoming unsafe.

Many believe that the ability to mount the oven at the most acceptable height is the main advantage of separate solution.

Built.in and, as a result, the absence of gaps

Between the stove and nearby cabinets, even the minimum, but the distance that moisture, fat, particles of food can fall, often remains. So that the dirt does not accumulate there, the stove must be periodically put forward to clean the sidewalls and gender. With the built.in elements of such care.

The ability to vary the size of the components in accordance with individual needs

If in four burners there is no need, you can install a mini-panel of three, two or even one burner, thereby increasing the area of ​​the working surface. In this case, the oven can be full.size.

Or vice versa: if the family needs a lot of burners, and the oven from two or three compartments is not required-you can buy a large hob and a standard or even compact oven. This will take significantly less space in the kitchen compared to a whole multi.controversial plate.

The ability to smash the components in different zones of the kitchen

This nuance can be important if the kitchen is often prepared together. While one is at the hob, the second is on duty near the oven. This eliminates congestion and makes the kitchen more comfortable and ergonomic.

If the oven is rarely used. there is no need to have it in the “hot” zone (that is, where the main work takes place. where they cut, month, boil, fried, wash). You can send it away. to the low.powered angle.

Lack of thermal discomfort while cooking on the stove and in the oven

When something is baked in the oven of the plate, standing near the hob is not very nice. Legs in the immediate vicinity of a hot furnace. what’s good here? It is better if the hot oven is a little to the side. where they do not stand and do not sit for a long time.

Simplification of replacement or repair during breakdown

If something is out of order in the stove, you will have to change or take the entire structure to the service. This can complicate life or significantly hit the Separate devices are easier: if there is not a temporary hob, you can cook in the oven, and vice versa. And in the case of a fatal breakdown you will have to change one thing, and not all at once.

However, it is worth noting that technically replacing the plate is usually easier than the built.in component.

The ability to easily maintain the cleanliness of the oven in the presence of a self.cleaning function

Not all plates have catalytic and even more pyrolytic cleaning. And in separate electrical cabinets, such an option is usually present.

Alisten Kitchen slab: pluses

The combined option also has its advantages.

traditional species

This is important if the kitchen is decorated in retro, vintage, classic style.

Availability

As a rule, the plates have a lower cost compared to built.in components (within the same price category).

All cooking functions in one place

If mainly one prepares one, often using both the hob and oven at the same time, the closest arrangement of these elements can be more convenient as possible. No need to burst and run from one end of the kitchen to the other. I mixed here, looked here. everything is in sight and full control.

Saving on furniture

There is no need to order a special cabinet for the oven. No need to cut a piece in the countertop and have a cabinet under the hob.

Like it or not, but a separate slab has more pluses than a solid. However, traditional plates have many admirers. Because it is Oldskul, familiar, reliable and solid. By and large, the choice between the options under consideration is just a matter of taste. Choose what the soul lies to and you will not be mistaken.