Deck ovens use conduction and radiant heat and their hearths are designed to continuously circulate heat throughout the oven. This is why deck ovens are beloved for their ability to help dough rise and bread bake evenly throughout. If you’ve ever savored a gloriously crusty baguette or exquisite sourdough with a light, yet hearty texture, you probably have a deck oven to thank for these immensely enjoyable experiences. Deck ovens have a number of benefits when it comes to bread baking and these include:
- The ability to retain heat within the baking hearth
- Consistent, even heating
- A steam system that doesn’t rely on moving air
- Independent temperature control for each deck
- Simplified cleaning
- Fewer moving parts mean little costly maintenance
Deck Oven
Rack Oven