10 Ways To Build Your Built In Microwave Over Oven Empire

Benefits of a Built in Microwave Over Oven

A built-in microwave over an oven allows you to cook and reheat food quickly and conveniently. GE provides a variety of designs, cooking technology and control options that can be adapted to your kitchen.

Countertop microwaves sit on the counter and plug into outlets or outlet, while built-in models can be installed in a recessed wall or among cabinets for an elegant, built-in appearance. These styles require professional installation.

Space Saver

The microwave is one of the most commonly used appliances in a kitchen, but it can also consume valuable counter space. You can free up counter space by moving the microwave to another space, such as a kitchen island.

One of the most sought-after options is an over-the-range (OTR) microwave. This option is conveniently hidden away above your stovetop can be extremely useful in small kitchens with little space. Certain OTR models can also be used as a vent for your cooktop. This can help to reduce the amount of steam that builds up.

Installing a microwave that is integrated into your cabinetry can make space. This type of appliance offers a sleek, integrated look that can be matched to the color, finish or style of your other kitchen fixtures and cabinets. It can also provide a more streamlined look in your kitchen. This is ideal for homeowners who want a minimalist, uncluttered look.

Installing a built-in Microwave might require a professional installation or a kitchen remodel. You may be able depending on the layout of your home to cut a hole in a wall to install the appliance. However, this will require professional framing and support. In addition, microwaves with built-ins require sufficient ventilation to prevent overheating and damage the appliance. According to Sam Cipiti of R. M. Tunis Kitchens and Baths, in Chevy Chase, Maryland the minimum cabinet depth of a built-in oven is 15 inches. However some manufacturers offer trim kits with up to 1 1/2 inches of additional space for ventilation.

A drawer-style microwave can be installed beneath your counter or within an island. This design is easily accessible, suitable for all and requires less counter space. It also helps to prevent hot dishes or containers from falling off the edge of the microwave or getting knocked over.

The door design is a final consideration when selecting a microwave that is space-saving. A lot of brands have doors that opens in the same way as other kitchen appliances, like a slide-out or drop-down. This allows you to integrate your microwave seamlessly into your cooking workflow. Certain models feature a smooth, sleek exterior that is resistant to finger prints for a cleaner and more attractive appearance.

Convenience

Built-in microwaves over ovens look attractive, practical and easy to clean. They are usually set at eye-level for easier access, and include turntables to reduce the need to move food from one plate to the next. Additionally, built-in microwaves are often equipped with features that improve functionality, such as EasyConvection oven conversion technology and broiling elements that allow you to cook or brown food items.

A built-in microwave over the oven can help you save counter space and also increase the value of your home by giving it a sleek and high-end appearance that other appliances may not be able to match. The microwaves can be placed above the stove, or in a separate cabinet. They seamlessly blend into the kitchen to give an elegant appearance that demonstrates how much you have invested in your home and kitchen.

Built in microwave over ovens are available in a broad variety of dimensions in terms of power levels, features and models to match any kitchen configuration. Install them under the counter in drawer style to give an integrated look that can be easily integrated into existing cabinetry. It doesn't require any additional space. These microwaves, with their high-end finishes and high-end functions will enhance the look of your kitchen and your cooking and entertaining experience.

While the benefits of a built in microwave over oven is obvious, keep in mind that these microwaves aren't as versatile as their freestanding counterparts. Depending on the place you install your microwave, it will require more space than other microwaves. They're also not as mobile, and you aren't able to easily alter the model if you need something different.

If you place your microwave above the range, you'll require a larger kitchen to accommodate the ventilation system required by this setup. You'll require either a ducting system that carries smoke outside or a recirculating ventilation system that pulls the air through the microwave before transferring it to the home. Consider a built-in microwave for a small kitchen. It can be put into a wall, cabinet or an island.

Convenient Controls

Microwave ovens come with numerous controls depending on the model you select. Common features include turntables, preset functions like defrosting and reheating, and 30 second buttons. Certain models come with child safety features to prevent accidental operation.

Many microwaves also come with pre-made recipes and cooking times to make the process of preparing meals quicker and more efficient. This feature is beneficial for cooks who are new to cooking and uncertain of the proper time to heat specific foods or are not familiar with the specific cooking techniques that are used in different cuisines.

KitchenAid offers a range of built-in microwaves as well as over-the-range microwaves that can be matched to the other appliances in style and finish for seamless appearance. Choose from stainless steel or black finishes that will complement any kitchen. These premium microwaves are boldly designed to bring professional-inspired styles into your home, and they're made with high-quality materials for a longer lifespan.

Contrary to models for countertop use built-in microwaves are fitted into a fixed space in your kitchen's cabinets or walls to give your kitchen a sleek, customized appearance. They typically have the same internal components like countertop models, but with some exceptions. These models come in a variety of sizes, including those designed to fit into a small space, and their exteriors may have doors that open in a left-to-right swing-out or drop-down fashion.

Certain microwaves over the range like those made by Whirlpool(r), even serve as vent hoods for your kitchen stove. They have an exhaust system that is built-in to exhaust fumes outside and circulate air. Some microwaves come with a built-in charcoal filter that removes odors and moisture from your kitchen.

Countertop models are placed on the counter in your kitchen and do not require venting hookups, or special installation, making them a great option for rental properties or anyone who wants to avoid costly modifications to their kitchens. Some options also come with trim kits to fill in the gap between your microwave and other freestanding countertop appliances like coffee pots, bread makers or toaster ovens.

Energy Efficiency

Microwaves are much more efficient at heating water and food when compared to other cooking methods. They also use less power than conventional stovetops because microwaves concentrate their energy on the liquid in rather than heating the air around it. They can cook food faster than conventional ovens. They can be put in in the lower or upper cabinets, and are available in retro or modern styles to fit any kitchen.

In this notice of proposed rulemaking ("SNOPR") The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (DOE) proposes new or amended energy conservation standards for microwave ovens, which will reduce the cost of operating costs. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act ("EPCA") requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent standards would be economically viable and technologically feasible, as well as result in significant energy savings.

wall microwave  contains DOE's analyses and results to assess the effects of new or revised energy standards for microwave ovens on consumers. The analysis includes a market and technology assessment screening and engineering analysis and an analysis of the national impact.

The energy use analysis estimates the average annual microwave oven operating hours in representative sampled homes. This analysis is used to calculate energy savings as well as other consumer-related analyses in this SNOPR. The analysis is built on RECS field data from a variety of regions, and takes into account the different usage patterns of microwave ovens across different households and also the variation in the regional electricity prices.

To evaluate the impact of new or amended standards on household expenses, DOE conducted LCC analyses and PBP analyses to estimate the cost over time for buying and using a micro-wave oven at various levels of efficiency. The LCC and PBP calculations employ a computer model based on Monte Carlo simulations to incorporate variations and uncertainty into the analysis.

This SNOPR includes an analysis of the impact of amended or new standards on the national level based on the NIA spreadsheet. The NIA model calculates the industry's net present value (INPV) in terms of energy savings from the potential amendment or new standard in terms of energy savings for the site and FFC savings.