Benefits of a Built in Microwave Over Oven

A microwave oven with integrated microwave allows you to cook and heat your food quickly and easily. GE offers a variety of styles, cooking technologies and control options to suit your kitchen's needs.

Built-in microwaves built in double oven with microwave in [continue reading this..] are positioned behind cabinets or in wall recess to give them an elegant and seamless look. These models require professional installation.

Space Saver

The microwave is a popular appliance in the kitchen, but can also take up valuable countertop space. There are a variety of clever ways to make the most of your countertop space by moving the microwave to a different place, like an island in the kitchen or recessing it into the wall.

One of the most popular options is an over-the-range (OTR) microwave. Hidden away beneath your stove, this model can be especially useful in smaller kitchens where space is limited. Some OTR models can also function as a vent for your cooktop. This can help reduce steam buildup.

Installing a microwave that is integrated into your cabinetry will help you save space. This can give you a sleek, integrated appearance that can match your kitchen's cabinets and fixtures in finish, color or design. It also helps create a cleaner appearance in your kitchen, which is perfect for those who prefer an uncluttered and clean look.

However installing a built-in microwave may require a professional installation or renovation of your kitchen. You might be able to, based on the layout of your home to cut an opening in the wall to accommodate the appliance. However it will require professional framing and reinforcement. Built-in microwaves also need adequate ventilation to avoid overheating or 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 microwave built-in is approximately 15 inches, but some manufacturers offer trim kits that provide up to 1 1/2 inches of extra space to allow for ventilation.

A third space-saving option is a drawer-style microwave which can be placed under your counter or inside an island. This configuration is easy to access and suitable for everyone and requires less countertop space. It can also help avoid hot dishes or containers from falling off the edge of the microwave or being crushed.

A final consideration for a space-saving microwave is its door design. There are many brands that have an open, swing-out or slide-out door that opens in the same motion as other kitchen appliances to allow you to seamlessly integrate your microwave into your cooking workflow. Some models even come with a sleek and smooth exterior that resists fingerprints for an attractive, cleaner appearance.

Convenience

built in microwave oven-in microwaves in ovens are attractive, convenient, and easy to clean. Contrary to countertop models, they're usually at the eye level for easy access and can be equipped with turntables that eliminate the need to constantly shift food from plate to plate. Additionally, built-in microwaves often come with options that increase functionality, like EasyConvection oven conversion technology and broil elements that allow you to crisp or brown food items.

A built-in microwave over the oven can save you 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. If it's installed above the stove or in a separate cabinet, these microwaves seamlessly blend into your kitchen, creating an elegant appearance that shows you've invested in your kitchen and home.

Built-in microwaves and ovens are available in a variety of sizes power levels, styles, and features that can be adapted to fit any kitchen. They can be placed under your counter in a drawer-style to create a more seamless appearance that blends seamlessly into existing cabinets and doesn't require any additional space. With premium finishes and top-of-the-line features they are sure to complement your kitchen's aesthetic and elevate your cooking and entertaining experience.

While microwaves built into ovens are useful but they aren't as versatile as their counterparts that stand alone. It may take more space for your microwave to function, based on the location it's installed. They're also not as portable, and you can't easily change the model if you want something else.

If you install your microwave above the range, you'll need a larger kitchen to accommodate the ventilation system required by this arrangement. You'll need either an ducting system that sends smoke outside or a recirculating system that pulls the air through the microwave and into the home. Consider a built-in microwave for small kitchens. It can be put into a wall, cabinet or even an island.

Convenient Controls

Microwave ovens have a variety of convenient controls according to the model you choose. Common features include turntables, preset functions such as defrosting and reheating as well as plus-30-second buttons. Some models have safety features for children to prevent accidental operation.

Many microwaves also have pre-programmed recipes and cooking times that make the process of making meals more efficient and less time-consuming. This feature is beneficial for cooks who aren't sure how long to heat certain foods or for those who aren't acquainted with the particular cooking techniques employed in various cuisines.

KitchenAid offers a range of built-in microwaves as well as over-the-range microwaves that are designed to match the other appliances in design and finish to create seamless appearance. 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.

Unlike models that are built into countertops, built-in microwaves are installed in fixed spaces on your kitchen's cabinets or walls for a sleek, custom appearance. They typically use the same internal components like countertop models, but with a few exceptions. They are available in various sizes, including those made to fit into a smaller space, and their exteriors may feature a door that opens either in a left-to right swing-out or drop-down manner.

Certain microwaves over the range like those made by Whirlpool(r) can also serve as vent hoods for your kitchen stove. They have a built in microwave oven black-in exhaust system to let fumes out and recirculate air. Certain microwaves have charcoal filters that get rid of odors and moisture in your kitchen.

Countertop models are placed on the counter in the kitchen. They don't require venting or any special installation. This makes them an ideal choice for those who lease their homes or want to avoid expensive modifications to their kitchens. Certain models include trim kits that can be used to close the gap between a microwave and other countertop appliances such as toaster ovens, coffee pots or bread makers.

Energy Efficiency

Microwaves are more efficient at heating water and food in comparison to other cooking methods. They also use less energy than traditional stovetop ovens due to the fact that they focus microwaves' energy on the liquid within instead of heating the air or other elements surrounding it. They can heat up dishes quicker than conventional ovens. They can be installed in the upper or lower cabinets, and are available with modern or retro styling to fit any kitchen design.

In this supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking ("SNOPR") the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy proposes new or modified energy conservation standards for microwaves built in microwave ovens which will help consumers save money on their operating costs. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically assess whether stricter standards are technologically feasible and economically justified and will result in significant energy saving.

This SNOPR contains the analyses and results that DOE carried out to assess the impact on consumers of the new or revised energy conservation standards for microwave ovens. The analysis includes a market and technology assessment, a screening and engineering analysis, and an analysis of the national impact.

The energy usage analysis calculates the annual average microwave ovens' operating hours in households from a representative sample. 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 multiple regions and considers the different usage patterns of microwave ovens across different households and the variations in regional electricity prices.

To assess the impact of the new or modified standards on household costs, DOE conducted LCC analyses and PBP analyses in order to estimate the lifetime cost of purchasing and using a micro-wave oven at different efficiency level. The LCC and PBP calculations use the computer model built on Monte Carlo simulations to incorporate variations and uncertainty into the analyses.

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