Hob dimensions

A hob is an attribute that is becoming increasingly popular in modern kitchens.

Choosing a panel, you need to pay attention not only to its model, functions and capabilities. Dimensions are important. Let’s clarify what sizes different types of modern hob have.

Why know the sizes

If you want to buy new furniture in the kitchen or update household appliances, then you need this information. After all, it is important to figure out which cooking surface of what dimensions will be combined with the interior of your kitchen, will fit into the interior design.

The hob is classified as built-in appliances. So you have to take care of a specific place for her. Manufacturers of kitchen furniture should not know the approximate, but the most accurate dimensions. After all, if the countertop is too large a hole, it will not be possible to hold your panel.

And if the acquisition of the surface does not coincide with the installation of the kitchen, information about the dimensions will also be important. When the decision is made to replace the surface, you will choose one that matches the size of the existing hole. It may be possible to increase it if there is a lot of free space nearby. But to make a cutout for equipment less will not work. Therefore, when buying, think about how the equipment will be installed.

What is included in the dimensions of the surfaces

Studying the panel data, you will see that each of them has several data. These include:

• width;
• depth;
• thickness.

Width

This is the distance that is determined between extreme points located on the right and on the left. Moreover, regardless of what form the device has. Both for rectangular, and for non-standard figured products. On the rectangles, the width of the front line closest to you will be equal to its back line.

Depth

If the width is determined in most cases from the front edge of the panel, then the depth is measured along its side. This parameter shows distance from the surface point closest to you to the farthest.

The depth of the surface cannot be greater than the width that the countertop has.

reference: standard dimensions for the depth of the hob is about 60 cm.

The specific size depends on the shape of the product. It may be slightly smaller than the specified parameter.

Thickness

The last parameter of the panel is its thickness. This is "Rdistance between upper and lower planes devices. Measured along the side edge.

Reference: standard panel thicknesses range from 45 to 100 mm.

The exact details of each model are indicated in the product passport.

Sizes of rectangular hobs

Regardless of what type of panel you decide to purchase (gas, electric, combined), it will relate to one of three overall standards:

• medium;
• less than medium - narrow;
• more than average - wide.

Consider what exactly are the parameters of each type.

Medium surfaces

This group includes devices with a width of 45-60 cm.

For a small headset, panels with 3 or 4 rings are suitable.

• 3-burner panels are 45 cm wide.
• With 4 burners - 60 cm.

Medium Models

• Brand Options Nardi have the top of the "triangle". She looks to the left, while the control panel knobs are in a vertical position (for some options in a horizontal position).
• Electric models have the same arrangement of burners. For example, 3 burner hob Foster perfect for those people who appreciate the design in technology and can purchase a large work surface. The width of this model is 52 cm.
• Embedded Independent Models Frank made of tempered glass, the number of burners is 5 gas, one with an integrated column - TC, the power of the device is 3600, 3x1750 / 1000, dimensions for installation - 560x480 mm.
• Gas equipped with 1 powerful burner, two ordinary, one economical. Automatic electric ignition, thermoelectric protection installed against gas leakage. Devices have steel gratings. The thickness of the device is 30 mm, the number of burners is 4, installation parameters (WxD) - 560x480 mm.
• These devices are released 60 cm wide. Gas surfaces of this width are 4 burners. The devices are arranged in the form of a rectangle, rhombus, trapezoid. The unconventional position of the appliances on the tile looks unusual. It is recommended to choose a surface convenient for cooking. The larger the device is, the more diverse the design.

An electric hob with a width of 60 cm is often created original design. Burners are placed in the shape of a rhombus, a rectangle. Original design differ Kaiser, Gorenje, the devices are made in a light shade.

If you require a 5-burner hob, it may have 68 cm wide. They are located 1 in the center, 4 around the perimeter. Even if the surface model has 5, in this case there may be no quick heating ring.

Non-standard colors of the models are green, dark blue. In these models, the handles are arranged according to the location of their burners. Devices with 5 rings can be divided into different types in width 61-80.

If the tile has a width of 80 cm, then the number of burners can be up to 6. Hotpoint-ariston has 6 rings and a width of 75 to 87 cm.

Narrow surfaces

Narrow surfaces are installed in small rooms. Using them you can save space. Built-in appliances differ in configuration, the base is elongated, placed on it 1 to 3 burners. You can install the device along the wall or across the countertop.

The minimum width is 30 cm. Gas hobs are offered with 1, 2 burners. The front has a small power, the rear is more powerful. And also pay attention to the grill. If it closes two burners at once, it is convenient and provides a stable position for any dishes. The function of quick heating is available only in some options.

Reference. Narrow panels do not differ in characteristics from devices having the maximum number of burners.

Narrow surfaces have black or white colors that fit perfectly into the interior of a small kitchen.

For a small kitchen have been developed narrow electrical appliances. With the help of narrow surfaces it turns out to organize efficiently and comfortably limited space of the kitchen. Electrical options can be installed in any room, they are reliable in operation, easy maintenance.

Wide surfaces

If desired, you can find products that impress with their size. Their width more than 60 cm.

• Gas surface in different models Smeg It has from 90 to 116 cm. It has up to 4 types of burners.
• Electrical devices having a width 61-80 cmare equipped with 4-5 rings. The number of expansion zones does not depend on their number. Usually it is 1 oval, 1 radial. In models Siemens 5-burner is proposed, in which 4 expansion zones, 3 radial, 1 oval.
• Electrical surfaces 80-90 cm wide equipped with 4-5 heating elements, have two areas of expansion, radial, oval.
• Stamps Bosh, Smeg offer 4 zones, surface width 91.6 cm.

Important! The functionality of gas or electric devices does not depend on their size.

When selecting tiles for a kitchen room, it is recommended to pay attention to the number of burners for quick heating, on the gas control function. In electrical, attention should be paid to the existence of the expansion zone, the shape of the products.