Turn Up The Heat When It Comes To Your Oven

Turn Up The Heat When It Comes To Your Oven

What is it that makes a kitchen practical? Is it the layout? The materials used in the build? The quality of the appliances? The fact is, it’s a mix of all of these factors.

Creating your perfect kitchen means looking at your needs and adding in little details to meet those needs. But, perhaps the number one way to get functionality into your kitchen is the appliances you buy for it. And the two most important appliances are your oven and your hob.

The engine room of your kitchen

Very often, owners will make the oven the centrepiece of the kitchen. An old Aga, for example, might look quaint and traditional, but if you’re not going to be in your kitchen much, it won’t be very practical. If you’re a hard working mum with kids, or a single person who works late and eats out frequently, then you’re going to need a cooking appliance that does the job effectively and efficiently.

The good news is that the technology is out there to make that happen. And it doesn’t have to stand out like a sore thumb. If you take a look through the My Beautiful Kitchen range of kitchens, you’ll see that many of our hobs and ovens are integrated into the units. Having said that, if you want to make a feature of your new oven, we can do that too.

What’s cooking?

Before you select an oven or hob, think about the sort of cooking you’re going to be doing. You might be limited when it comes to power sources. Some properties are electric only, while in others you’ll have a choice between electric in gas. If you use a wok frequently, for example, gas is a good choice. But, when it comes to efficiency, nothing comes close to an electric induction hob, which has the added advantage of being very easy to clean and will fit into most kitchens plans without being particularly noticeable. It’s worth pointing out here too, that electric cooking appliances tend to work out cheaper to install than their gas counterparts, but are more expensive to run.

Bringing it all together

Another aspect you might want to think about is where you situate your cooking appliances. Many modern kitchens will integrate a grill, microwave and oven into the cupboard layout, while leaving the hob separate, perhaps with storage underneath for pots and pans. Furthermore, a hob and oven integrated into an island unit looks up-to-date and can be convenient when it comes to operation. Just remember to factor your extractor fan in, as this can mean installing extra electrics and piping across the ceiling.

Think about what type of oven you need too. Fan assisted ovens are more efficient and can be cheaper to run. However, many people believe that fan assisted, or convection ovens, are more difficult to control. Today, many ovens have both functionalities built in, so you get to choose which cooking method is fit for purpose.

Who’s for dinner?

Finally, consider how many people you’re going to be cooking for. If you live alone and don’t entertain much, then a 24 inch oven will be more than enough. Some individuals will even get by with a combination microwave instead of an oven, but a family household will require a 27 or 30 inch oven to meet their needs.

For more information about the right type of oven, or for advice on any kitchen needs, give My Beautiful Kitchen a call on 0141 771 3640.