Built-in Hobs

A built-in hob is a cooktop that sits flush inside your kitchen counter instead of resting on top of it. The Kaff range covers 2, 3, 4, and 5 burner models, in widths from a compact 30 cm up to a large 100 cm. There is a size and burner count to suit most kitchens and cooking habits. 

A built-in hob suits a modular or fitted kitchen, where it sits as part of the worktop next to the sink and under the chimney. These hobs run on gas, with full brass burners and a toughened glass top, and Kaff makes built-in induction hobs as a separate range. The right choice comes down to your gas connection, your counter size, and how many pans you cook at once. 

What a Built-in Hob Is 

A built-in hob drops into a cut-out in your countertop and sits level with the surface. You see the burners, the pan supports, and the control knobs on top, while the working parts stay hidden below. The top is usually toughened glass or stainless steel. 

The flush fit is the main reason people choose one. A free-standing stove sits on the counter and leaves a gap underneath where oil and crumbs collect. A built-in hob removes that gap, so the area around the burners stays easy to wipe. 

A built-in hob is fixed in place, so you plan its position once, when the kitchen is being made. It usually pairs with a chimney above it and, in many kitchens, an oven in the cabinet below. 

The look is part of the appeal. A black glass top, frosted or a brushed steel surface sits level with the counter and lines up with the chimney and cabinets. The cooking area then reads as one clean piece rather than a stove parked on the worktop. 

Built-in Hob vs a Regular Gas Stove 

The main difference is how each one sits in the kitchen. A regular stove is portable, so you can place it on the counter and move it later. A built-in hob is fixed into the counter and becomes part of the layout. 

That difference leads to a few practical points: 

• A built-in hob gives a flatter, more integrated look that suits a modular kitchen. 
• The area around the burners is quicker to clean, with no gap to trap grime. 
• A free-standing stove costs less and needs no carpentry, which suits a rented home. 

The cooking itself is the same on both. If you are building or redoing a kitchen, a built-in hob is usually worth the extra planning. If you are not touching the counter, a free-standing stove may suit you better. 

Gas or Induction 

Kaff makes built-in hobs in two cooking methods, and the right one depends on your kitchen and how you cook: 

• A gas hob runs on an LPG cylinder or piped gas and gives a live flame you adjust by eye. It suits a slow simmer or a high tadka flame, works with round kadhais and pressure cookers, and keeps cooking during a power cut. 
• An induction hob has no flame and heats the pan through a magnetic field. The glass surface stays cooler, there is nothing to light, and cleaning is quick. It needs flat, induction-ready cookware and a steady power supply. 

This collection covers the gas hobs, which is where the widest selection sits and what most Indian homes choose. The built-in induction hobs are a separate Kaff range, so you can pick by the cooking method you prefer and still keep the finish consistent across your kitchen. 

How Many Burners You Need 

The simplest way to decide is to count how many pans you run at once on a busy day, then add one. As a rough guide: 

• A 2 burner hob suits a small household, a compact kitchen, or a utility area. 
• A 3 burner hob fits a couple or a small family who rarely run more than two pans together. 
• A 4 burner hob is the popular choice for most families, with room to run rice, a gravy, and chapatis together. 
• A 5 burner hob suits large families, frequent hosts, and several big vessels at once. 

More burners need more counter width, so the burner count and the hob size go together. Pick the burner count first, then check that the matching width fits your counter. 

Choosing the Right Size for Your Counter 

Hob width is measured in centimetres, usually from 60 cm up to 90 cm, with compact 30 cm units for tight spaces. The figure is the overall width of the top, not the cut-out, so always work from the maker's cut-out dimensions. 

A quick size guide: 

• A 60 cm hob is the everyday size and pairs with a 60 cm oven below. 
• A 75 cm to 78 cm hob gives the burners more room for wide kadhais and pressure cookers. 
• A 90 cm hob suits larger kitchens and most 5 burner models. 

Before you order, measure the counter length and leave a margin from the edge and any wall. Confirm the cut-out size on the product page. A hob that is slightly too large is a problem you only find after the counter is cut, so check it twice. 

Features Worth Checking 

A few features affect how a hob cooks, how safe it is, and how long it lasts: 

• Full brass burners hold heat well, spread the flame evenly, and last for years without warping. 
• A flame failure device cuts the gas to a burner if the flame goes out, for example after a spill, which matters most in homes with children. 
• Auto-ignition lights the burner from the knob, with no matchstick or lighter. 
• 8 mm toughened glass top resists scratches and wipes clean in seconds. 
• Heavy cast-iron pan supports hold a full pressure cooker or kadhai steady. 
• Easy-grip knobs keep flame control smooth even when your hands are busy, and they make setting a low simmer easier. 

It also helps to look at the mix of burner sizes rather than the count alone. A small burner suits slow jobs like warming milk, while a large or high-efficiency burner boils water faster. A triple-ring burner spreads a wider flame for big kadhais. 

Glass or Stainless Steel 

The top comes in toughened glass or stainless steel, and both wear well: 

• A black toughened glass top gives a modern look, wipes clean easily, and stands up to daily heat and weight. Keep grit off it and avoid dropping hard objects, and it stays scratch-free. 
• A stainless steel top is rugged and shrugs off knocks, though it shows fingerprints and water marks and needs a wipe to stay bright. 

Most buyers pick glass for the finish it gives a fitted kitchen. If your cooking is heavy and frequent, steel is a sensible, long-lasting option. 

LPG or PNG 

Gas hobs are set up for either LPG from a cylinder or PNG, the piped gas supplied to many homes. The two gases burn at different pressures, so the burner jets are sized differently for each. 

Most hobs come ready for LPG, and a technician can fit PNG jets where a piped line is in use. If your building has piped gas, check the gas type before you buy and have the hob set for it during installation. The wrong jet size gives a poor flame and wastes gas, so confirm it early. 

Installation and the Cut-out 

Fitting a built-in hob means cutting an opening in the countertop to the exact size the model needs. On granite or quartz, the fabricator or technician makes this cut, and it cannot be undone, so the position and size are fixed first. 

The hob then drops in and the technician seals the edges so water and oil cannot seep under it. The technician connects the gas line, wires the auto-ignition to a nearby power point, and checks each burner for a clean flame. 

A few placement tips: 

• Keep the hob clear of the sink and of anything tall that would block a pan. 
• Leave service access if an oven sits in the cabinet below. 
• Line up the hob with the chimney above it. 

Because the cut is permanent, a Kaff-authorised technician is the safer choice over a do-it-yourself job. 

Cleaning and Day-to-day Care 

Daily care is quick on a built-in hob. Wipe the top once it cools, and most spills come away with a soft cloth. Lift off the pan supports now and then to clean underneath. 

Once a month, give it a closer clean: 

• Soak the pan supports and burner caps in warm soapy water to lift baked-on grease. 
• Dry them fully before refitting them. 
• Clear any blocked flame port with a pin or a soft brush. 

A blocked port is the usual reason a single burner flame turns yellow, and clearing it brings back a clean blue flame. Avoid harsh scouring pads on the glass, which leave fine scratches over time. 

Gas Use and Efficiency 

A burner that runs clean also uses gas well, which counts when a cylinder has to last the month. High-efficiency brass burners put more of the flame into the pan instead of around the sides, so water boils sooner. A steady blue flame is the sign things are working. 

Two habits stretch a cylinder further: 

• Use a pan that roughly matches the burner size, so the flame is not wasted up the sides. 
• Keep a lid on while boiling or simmering to hold the heat in. 

Safety Around a Gas Hob 

A flame failure device covers the main risk, and a few habits keep things safe day to day: 

• Cook with some airflow, since a window or exhaust clears the smoke and gases. 
• Turn pan handles inward so they are not knocked off the burner. 
• Keep cloths, paper, and plastic away from a lit flame. 
• Check the gas pipe and regulator now and then, and call a technician if you smell gas. 

When you finish cooking, turn the knobs fully off, and close the cylinder regulator at night as a routine. 

Hob and Oven Together 

Many fitted kitchens place a built-in hob on the counter with a built-in oven in the cabinet directly below. The two are sized to line up, so a 60 cm hob sits neatly above a 60 cm oven. The result is a matched cooking column with a single, tidy look. 

If you might add an oven later, leave the cabinet space and a power point for it when the kitchen is built. A hob and oven from the same brand also keep the knobs, finish, and styling consistent across the cooking area. 

Matching Your Hob With a Chimney 

A hob and a chimney work as a pair. The hob makes the heat, steam, and smoke, and the chimney above pulls it away before it settles on your cabinets. Planning the two together gives a better result than adding one later. 

A simple rule on sizing: 

• Match the chimney width to the hob width, or go one size larger. 
• A 60 cm hob pairs with a 60 cm chimney, and a 90 cm hob with a 90 cm chimney. 
• Mount the chimney at the height the maker recommends above the cooktop. 

Because Kaff makes both hobs and chimneys, you can size the two from one range and keep the finish consistent. 

Buying a Built-in Hob From Kaff 

Kaff is an Indian kitchen-appliance brand, and the built-in hob range is designed for Indian kitchens and cooking, with full brass burners, flame failure devices, and toughened glass tops across the line. It spans 2 to 5 burners and widths up to 90 cm and beyond, in several design series. Warranty terms vary by model and are listed on each product page. 

Use the filters to narrow the range by burner count and size, then open a product page to compare finishes and price. A built-in hob is best fitted by an authorised technician, who sizes the cut-out, sets the correct gas jets, and checks the safety features before you cook. Customer care and an authorised service network back the range across India.