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On 03 Apr 2004 18:20:14 GMT, (RMiller) wrote:

>>Subject: Question; Glass top cook stoves
>>From: Tony P.
>>Date: 4/3/2004 12:13 PM Central Standard Time
>>Message-id: >
>>
>>In article >, kilikini1
says...
>>
>>>
>>> I've always wanted a glass top stove, but never had the opportunity to get
>>> one. I would assume that it helps promote even heating, but what are the
>>> actual benefits from a glass top stove? How is it better than, let's say,
>>a
>>> gas stove?
>>
>>I can think of one stand out reason. Because it's easy to clean. Gas and
>>standard electric stoves are a pain in the butt to keep clean.
>
> I am building a new house, and while it is being built I am living in a place
>we have rented. It has a glass top stove. I hate it.
>The burners stay hot long after you are finished cooking. I am afraid that one
>of my cats will get near it and get hurt . ( this has not happened yet )
>I am not getting one put in the new house.
>Rosie

How long after cooking does a iron grate on a gas stove stay hot? A
long time, I'd say, and it does so without a red glowing mark to
remind you . Of course your cat does not see such markers (in a little
boxed area at the center of the cooktop), but if your cat finds the
glasstop more inviting than the grates, you may have a problem.

I find the glass top wonderful as it adds flat counter space that I
can use for food prep, too.

I think every cook must be free to decide which type of stovetop is
preferred and best for her/his kitchen , but all decisions should be
based on facts, not hearsay or surmise.

Boron