Can you have a hob on a kitchen island?
Yes you can!
A kitchen island is essentially a free-standing cabinet which not only creates a focal point and hub, but it can be used as storage for your pots & pans and kitchen appliances. You can also create a sociable seating area for guests by way of a breakfast bar with bar stools.
A kitchen island unit cleverly adds counter space just where you need it – the pivot point between your cooking, cleaning and food prep areas. Plus, there are options to arrange your island; some clients choose to put a sink on the island and some like to have an induction hob.
But what about having an extractor fan? Can an induction hob really work on a kitchen island – aesthetically and practically? The answer is yes!
The practical solution for having a hob on a kitchen island – Siemens iQ700 Induction hob with integrated ventilation system (EX877LX67E)
This innovative hob has an integrated extractor fan, eliminating the need for a cumbersome fan above your island.
We love this hob because:
flexInduction – Smart cooking zone that adapts to your cookware.
With flexInduction, the flexible cooking zone automatically extends to accommodate extra-large cookware (up to 24 cm) in diameter. If one zone is not big enough for your cookware, your hob takes control and activates more inductors for even heating. It’s also an excellent option for using teppanyakis or griddle plates up to 40 cm long.
Dual light slider – Just touch and slide to control your hob.
Neatly arranged dual light sliders make it simple to select cooking zones on each side of your cooktop. Just tap and slide to control your hob. And when the hob is switched off, the interface disappears to leave you with a sleek and minimalist black glass surface.
climateControl Sensor – Monitors steam and smells, adjusts the power level automatically.
Never too high or low, and never louder than necessary. The climateControl Sensor measures steam intensity and detects cooking fumes to optimise the air circulation automatically. Keep the air in your kitchen fresh and your mind free to focus on the cooking.
Easy to clean – Minimal cleaning effort for your built-in extractor.
With inductionAir, there’s a triple overflow protection system that helps prevents liquids or other spills from entering the hob. If anything does spill into the unit, you can simply pop the dishwasher-safe grease filters into your dishwasher for easy cleaning.
Home Connect: Information about your cooktop, no matter where you are via smartphone or tablet.
The world of technological innovation constantly progresses. Step by step, more appliances become more connected and intelligent. With Wi-Fi-enabled Siemens home appliances and Home Connect, this development finally makes its way into your home.
The synergy of Wi-Fi-enabled appliances, intelligent software and an intuitive app offers a wide range of options. While some ease the workload and some open up completely new possibilities, all of them make everyday life as efficient and comfortable as never before. And you can spend more time on the things you like.
Thatcham Kitchens – your local Siemens dealer
If you’d like to find out more or would like a current price for this hob, call us on 01635 863853 or email info@thatchamkitchendesigns.co.uk