“Choosing a cooktop is a matter of personal preference. We must think before making this decision. What type of cook are you? What will be most important to you once the new stove is installed in your kitchen? Says Bob Park of GE Appliances.

Here he explains some of the differences between the various cooking styles:

• Gas cooking Speed

  ​​And precision are the key benefits of a gas stove. In addition to the heat level which is visible when the burner is lit, the temperature settings are essentially instantaneous. It is therefore no longer necessary to wait for the burner to heat up. Gas stoves give the kitchen a professional look, even if the most complex recipes you prepare in your kitchen require you to bring water to a boil. Of course, a gas stove requires a gas connection in your kitchen, and you will have to take this into account in planning.

• There are several styles

  Electric cooktops on the market, but smooth tops that have radiant elements under a glass ceramic layer are by far the most popular. Park explains that electric cooktops provide even cooking and easily maintain a constant temperature, which is especially useful for casseroles. In addition, electric ranges are easy to clean. GE Appliances continuous cooktops, for example, contain no silicone or cracks where crumbs can collect, and clean up like a charm.