INVISIBLE INDUCTION

What is an invisible stovetop? As the name suggests, an invisible stovetop isn’t obvious to the eye. It’s fitted directly under your kitchen countertop to blend in with its surroundings. They’re typically sold with one, two, or four burners, and require a specific countertop material to function — granite or porcelain.

Invisible stovetops use induction burners to heat, which gives you the instant response you’d expect from gas, combined with the ease of cleaning you get from ceramic. Induction burners use an electromagnetic field to heat up magnetized pots and pans. That means only the pan will heat, rather than the surface itself. It also means it will only work when it detects a pan on top, which is an added safety feature.

What are the benefits of invisible stovetops?  

1. Saves space — First of all, the big plus point of invisible stovetops is that they save space. By incorporating a stove into your counter, the surface becomes multifunctional. This is particularly ideal if you’re tight for space in your kitchen.  

2. Improves aesthetics — Secondly, an invisible stovetop does improve the overall look of your kitchen. It will streamline the surfaces and remove the eyesore of a black stove. The finish of the required countertop material also looks premium, whether granite or porcelain. So there’s no doubt that it’s a pretty addition.  

3. Upgrades your stove — If you’re already using a ceramic stove, induction can be a nice step up. Induction is more responsive than ceramic, as well as faster and more energy efficient. The induction method is ultimately safer as well because it only heats the pan rather than the whole surface and won’t heat without contact.  

4. Easier to clean than gas — If you’re thinking of swapping from gas to induction, there are benefits to be had here as well. Gas stoves can be a nightmare to clean if you don’t know how to clean cast iron stove grates. Whereas, induction offers a flat, plain surface to wipe down. Induction can also offer the same precision in cooking that users have come to expect from gas stoves. If you’re making the change, remember you will need to hire an electrician to cap the existing gas line.

5. Wi-Fi connectivity — Invisacook’s stoves also come with Wi-Fi connectivity, which adds an element of safety to its design. You can check whether the stove is switched off via the app, or pre-heat the appropriate pans before cooking.

Is it for you? 

Ultimately, this decision depends on how much you value your space and aesthetics, as well as how deep your pockets are. This is indeed an innovation you’d expect to find in the kitchen of the future, but it could require a considerable amount of effort and investment to install. 

Personally, I’d love to have it in my kitchen, but I don’t think I could warrant tearing everything out for the sake of added convenience. But, who knows. If you love the latest tech and you’re planning on remodeling your kitchen anyway, or you happen to have the right countertop material, an invisible stovetop might be in your best interest.  

SOURCE: https://www.tomsguide.com/news/invisible-stovetops