Written by Caitlin
Edited on
18 February 2025
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12:56
Advice on freestanding cooktops
Are you looking for a freestanding cooktop, but don't know what to keep in mind? We're happy to help you make the right choice. It's important to consider the number of cooking zones a cooktop has. Another thing to consider is the type of cooktop you want to cook with: gas, electric, ceramic, or induction.
Placement freestanding cooktop
If you don't have a lot of space in your kitchen, every square meter counts. You can easily create extra work space if you choose a gas cooktop with a cover. That way, the closed cover gives you some extra space to work with when you're not using the cooktop.
Different types of freestanding cooktops
Induction
An induction cooktop heats up the pan with a magnetic field. As a result, the cooktop itself doesn't get hot, but the bottom of the pan does. This heats up your food faster and you'll consume less energy this way.
Gas
If you cook on gas, you cook by feel. Thanks to the size of the flame, you can see exactly how high the heat is. Some cooktops have a wok burner. With this powerful burner, you can prepare food on high heat.
Ceramic
A ceramic cooktop heats up because of the heating element that turns red. Because there's no gas and fire, it's safer to cook with than with gas. The cooktop does stay hot longer and it takes a lot of time to heat up.
Article by Caitlin
Cooktop Expert.
