A hob that delivers fast heat and responsive control combined with an efficient extractor that will also play its part in the design of the room is the dream team no kitchen should be without.

The biggest news in hobs is undoubtedly induction, which after 30 odd years in the market has finally come of age thanks to new developments that have reduced prices and ironed out glitches. Sleek and stylish, induction hobs have many benefits that overcome the perceived drawback of the need for special pans. Because the surface of the hob does not get hot, spills don’t burn on. Induction is fast and efficient, and offers ultimate temperature control. Higher spec hobs have anti overheat functions to prevent pans from boiling over. Technology like this is simply not available on either gas or conventional electric hobs.