If you're considering replacing your old range, you may be interested in learning more about the benefits of a dual fuel range. These are available in several sizes and offer the kitchen a beautiful, professional-style. In this article, we're taking a closer look at the benefits of a dual fuel range so you can make a more informed decision regarding your next purchase. Benefits of a Dual Fuel Range So you are in the market for a range – and any range won’t do, will it? That’s right – you have style, class, and the desire for something that will give your food perfection each and every time. Well, while technology cannot provide you with a self-cooking range just yet, it can give you something that is sure to surpass your expectations: a dual fuel range. Here are some of the benefits of a dual fuel range for your consideration ... What Exactly is a Dual Fuel Range? Perhaps we got you excited about this range option for your kitchen before you had time to even really wonder what it is! Well, let’s explain. A dual fuel range is exactly as its name suggests – it uses two types of fuel, both electric and gas (your choice of propane or natural gas). Why two types of fuel? It may seem odd that a range would offer you two types of fueling your cooking. After all, for years, a range was either gas or electric, right? There was never any talk of combining the two. There shouldn’t be a need to. After all, they both heat and cook – and that is what a range is for. Except for one thing: those who are either professionals or semi-homemade professionals in the kitchen know that there is a great difference when cooking with each type of heat. One is great for the stove, the other for the oven. Therefore, a dual fuel range was designed to bring the best of both worlds together. The Best Fuel for Oven Baking When it comes to baking in the oven, the best fuel to get the job done is electric. It doesn’t matter if you are baking chicken or brownies. An electric oven will give you the best result. Here’s why. See, gas ovens provide you with heat, but it is not a continuous heat. As the oven reaches the desired temperature, the pilot light goes out as does the flame. The heat remains in the oven until it starts to lose the temp, at which moment the heat kicks back on again. This cycle continues the entire time you are baking. Think of an ebb and flow effect of heat – it doesn’t provide very thorough results. In fact, those with gas ovens will tell you that to get the same baked result, you often need to rotate your pan. Electric heat is much different. It does not turn off and back on – and it does not have an ebb and flow effect of heat. Instead, it is a steady stream of heat that gives thorough, even baking every single time. The Best Fuel for Stove Top Cooking When it comes to cooking on the stove, is electric heat ideal? It will do the trick, but won’t offer you the best level of perfection. In fact, electric stoves often lead to food being overcooked thanks to the residual heat from the burners. Oh, and did we mention that they also take longer to heat up? Things are much, much different when you switch that electric stove to a gas stove. Using gas means you get a direct line of heat straight to the pan. This speeds up the cooking process, allowing your food to heat up faster. In addition, when you are done cooking, you can turn the stove off and – guess what? Yes – the heat stops! This means your food won’t continue to cook. Save Energy Every time you use your range, you are using energy. If you want to do your part and conserve resources, then you need something that will cook efficiently – with no waste. And, you will find that with a dual fuel range. Stovetop burners heat up quickly and turn off directly allowing you to reduce your cooking time. The residual heat from electric stoves can make your kitchen hot – causing your cooling system to have to work harder and waste more energy. Cut cooling costs with a gas stovetop. Gas ovens constantly have to light and re-light. This uses energy. Investing in an electric oven reduces the need for wasted energy. Besides, dual fuel ranges are newer to the market and made with the best and latest technology – stamped with the energy seal. Designed with You in Mind Finally, dual fuel ranges are designed with you in mind – especially those manufactured by Thor Kitchen. Their pro-style ranges offer a durable quality that is unmatched by other household ranges. They are built as though they should find their way to a commercial kitchen but have the aesthetic appeal that would fit delightfully in any residential kitchen. You don’t have to be a professional chef to benefit from a dual fuel range. Instead, when you cook for your family and your friends, you can always provide delectable nourishment that is cooked to perfection every time. In other words, a dual fuel range just makes cooking easier. Most Popular and Convenient Features Dual fuel ranges come in all sorts of sizes and with many different features. There is no doubt that you will find the perfect one for your kitchen. As you make your decision, however, keep these popular features in mind: Multiple incredibly durable burners made of continuous cast-iron grates. Extra-low simmer function to keep food hot without burning. Stovetop griddle with thermostat controls. Electronically controlled oven. Convection fan in the oven for thorough and even baking. Stainless steel construction offers durable, long-lasting – and shining – surfaces. Energy-efficient LED lighting. And, that’s just a few. Conclusion If you want a new range that will serve you well and give you everything you could ask for in an appliance, then you will definitely not want to overlook Thor Kitchen’s dual fuel range selection. With the ability to find one that fits your space, you will gain cooking perfection as you’ve never had before – thanks to the power of both electric and gas. It is like bringing the best of both worlds together in your kitchen!
