What Is Built In Microwave Over Oven And Why Is Everyone Dissing It?

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A microwave oven with integrated microwave lets you cook and reheat your food quickly and efficiently. GE provides a variety of designs, cooking technology and control options that can be adapted to your kitchen.

Built-in microwaves are positioned behind cabinets or in recessed walls to give them sleek and integrated appearance. These styles require professional installation.

Space Saver

The microwave is a well-loved appliance in the kitchen, but can also occupy valuable countertop space. There are many smart ways to free up counter space by moving your microwave to an alternative location, such as in a kitchen island or recessing it into the wall.

One of the most well-known choices is an over-the-range (OTR) microwave. Tucked away neatly above the stove, this option is particularly useful in kitchens with smaller spaces where space is limited. Some OTR models can also be used as an exhaust for your cooktop. This can help to reduce steam buildup.

Installing a microwave that is integrated into your cabinetry will help you save space. This can give you an elegant, integrated design that is able to match the design, color, or finish of your kitchen appliances and cabinets. It can also create an elegant look in your kitchen. This is great for homeowners who prefer a clean, uncluttered appearance.

However, installing a built-in microwave could require a professional installation or remodeling of your kitchen. It is possible to, based on the layout of your home, to cut an opening in the wall to install the appliance. However it will require professional framing and strengthening. Built-in microwaves also need adequate ventilation to avoid overheating and damaging the appliance. According to Sam Cipiti, vice president of R. M. Tunis Kitchens and Baths in Chevy Chase, Maryland, the minimum cabinet depth for a built-in microwave is approximately 15 inches, however some manufacturers offer trim kits that can provide up to 1 1/2 inches of extra space to let air circulate.

A third option to reduce space is a drawer-style microwave that can be placed beneath your countertop or within an island. This design is easily accessible, suitable for all and requires less counter space. It can also help avoid hot dishes or containers from falling off the edge of the microwave or being knocked over.

The design of the door is a final consideration when choosing a space-saving microwavable. There are many brands that have an open, swing-out or slide-out door that opens with the same motion as other kitchen appliances to help you seamlessly integrate your microwave into your cooking routine. Some models even feature a sleek and smooth exterior that is resistant to fingerprints, giving better, cleaner appearance.

Convenience

A built in microwave over oven is attractive design, easy to clean and convenient. They are typically placed at eye-level for easier access and are equipped with turntables that make it easier to move food from one plate to the next. In addition, built in microwaves usually have options that improve functionality, such as EasyConvection oven conversion technology and a broil element that allows you to crisp or brown foods.

A built-in microwave on top of the oven will save counter space, and can also boost the value of your home by giving it a sleek, luxurious appearance that other appliances might not be able to match. They can be set up above the stove, or in a separate cabinet. They blend seamlessly into the kitchen to give the appearance of a custom-designed appearance that shows how much you have invested in your kitchen and home.

Built-in microwaves and ovens are available in various sizes as well as power levels and features that can be customized to fit any kitchen. You can even install them under your counter in a drawer-style to give a more cohesive appearance that blends seamlessly into existing cabinets and requires no extra space. Designed with top-quality finishes and features they are sure to enhance the look of your kitchen and elevate your cooking and entertaining experience.

Although microwaves with built-in microwaves over ovens are handy, they are not as flexible as microwaves that stand on their own. It might require more space for your microwave to function, based on the location it's installed. In addition, they're not as portable and you won't be able easily switch out the model for a different model if you want something different.

If you place your microwave above the range, you'll require an additional kitchen space to accommodate the ventilation system required by this arrangement. You'll either need a ducting system that can direct smoke to the outside or a ventilation system that recirculates air through the microwave into the house. Consider a built-in microwave to small kitchens. It can be incorporated on a wall, cabinet or an island.

Convenient Controls

Microwaves come with a variety of controls based on the model. Some of the features include turntables, presets such as defrosting or reheating, and buttons that can last for up to 30 minutes. Certain models come with safety features for children that stop accidental use of the appliance.

Many microwaves come with pre-programmed recipes and cooking times, which make the process of making food faster and easier. This feature is helpful for those who are just beginning to cook and are not sure of the time needed to cook specific food items or who are unfamiliar with the specific cooking methods employed in various cuisines.

KitchenAid offers a range of microwaves with built-ins and over-the-range microwaves that are designed to match your other appliances with design and finish to create an elegant look. There's a range of stainless steel models, as well as black finishes to match the style of your 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.

Built-in microwaves, in contrast to countertop models, are installed in a fixed space of your walls or cabinets for an elegant and unique look. They typically have the same components inside like countertop models, with some exceptions. These models come in a variety of sizes, with some designed to fit in a compact space, and their exteriors may include a door that opens either in a left-to right swing-out or drop-down fashion.

Some over-the-range microwaves like those from Whirlpool(r), even double as vent hoods to your kitchen stove and use an exhaust system that is built-in to vent 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 your kitchen counter and do not require venting hookups, or special installation, making them a great option for rental properties or anyone looking to avoid costly changes to their kitchens. Some models come with trim kits that can be used to fill the gap between the microwave and other countertop appliances like coffee pots, toaster ovens or bread makers.

Energy Efficiency

Microwaves use less energy to cook water and food than other cooking methods. They also consume less energy than traditional stovetop ovens due to the fact that they focus the microwave's energy on the liquid in the instead of heating the air or other elements around it. They can heat up dishes faster than conventional ovens. They can be put in your upper or lower cabinets, and come with retro or contemporary styles to fit any kitchen design.

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 that will save consumers money on their operating costs. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to regularly assess whether more stringent standards are technologically feasible and economically justified and if they can result in significant energy saving.

This SNOPR contains DOE's analyses and findings to assess the impact of new or amended energy standards for microwave ovens on consumers. The analysis includes a technology and market assessment as well as a screening analysis of engineering analysis, and a national impact analysis.

The energy use analysis estimates the average annual microwave oven operating hours for households from a representative sample. This analysis is used to calculate energy savings and other consumer analyses within this SNOPR. The analysis is based on RECS field data from multiple regions, and takes into account the different usage patterns of microwave ovens in different households and the variations in the regional electricity prices.

To evaluate the impact of potential new or modified standards on the cost of operating a household, DOE conducted LCC and PBP analyses to determine the cost over time of purchasing and using microwave ovens at various efficiency levels. The LCC and PBP calculations are made using a computer model that uses a Monte Carlo simulation to incorporate uncertainty and variation into the analyses.

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