Benefits of a Built in Microwave Over Oven
A built in microwave over oven helps you cook and reheat food quickly and easily. GE offers a variety of styles, cooking technologies and control options to suit your kitchen setup.
Built-in microwaves are installed behind cabinets or in recessed walls to give them sleek and 25 litre integrated microwave appearance. These models require professional installation.
Space Saver
The microwave is among the most used appliances in a kitchen, but it can also consume valuable counter space. You can reclaim valuable counter space by moving the microwave to another space, such as an island in the kitchen.
Over-the-range microwaves (OTRs) are a popular choice. This model is conveniently hidden away above your stovetop, can be particularly useful in small kitchens with small built in microwave oven space. Additionally certain OTR models double as a vent hood to your cooktop, which can be beneficial in reducing the buildup of steam.
Another space-saving solution is to install a microwave with a built-in design that blends into the cabinetry. This can give you an elegant, seamless look that can be matched to the style, color, or finish of your kitchen appliances and cabinets. It can also give an overall look that is more minimalist in your kitchen. This is great for homeowners that prefer an uncluttered, clean appearance.
Installing a built-in microwave may require a professional installation or a kitchen remodel. Based on the layout of your home you may be able to cut a space into a wall to accommodate the appliance, but this requires the proper framing and reinforcement, which should be left to professionals. Additionally, built-in microwaves need sufficient ventilation to prevent overheating and damaging the appliance. According to Sam Cipiti of R. M. Tunis Kitchens and Baths, in Chevy Chase, Maryland the minimum cabinet depth for a built-in oven is 15 inches. However, some manufacturers offer trim kits that give up to 1 1/2 inch of extra space for ventilation.
A microwave with a drawer design can be placed beneath your counter or within an island. This configuration is easy to access, suitable for all users and requires less countertop space. It also helps prevent hot dishes from falling off the edge or being knocked down.
The door's design is an important factor to consider when choosing a compact microwave. There are many brands that have a door that can be opened in the same manner as other kitchen appliances, including a slide-out or drop-down. This lets you integrate your microwave seamlessly into your cooking process. Some models even come with a sleek and smooth exterior that wards off fingerprints for a cleaner, more attractive appearance.
Convenience
Built-in microwaves over ovens are attractive, convenient, and easy to clean. They are usually set near the eye level to make it easier to access, and include turntables to make it less necessary to transfer food from one plate to the next. In addition, built in microwaves are often equipped with features that increase functionality, like EasyConvection oven conversion technology and broiling elements that allow you to brown or crisp foods.
In addition to saving counter space, a built in microwave over the oven can increase the value of your home and appeal by providing a high-end look that other appliances may not be able to match. The microwaves can be placed on top of your stove or in a separate cabinet. They blend seamlessly into the kitchen, giving the appearance of a custom-designed look that shows how much 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 suit any kitchen. They can be placed under your counter with a drawer design to create a more seamless appearance that blends seamlessly into existing cabinetry and requires no extra space. These microwaves, with their luxurious designs and top-of-the-line functions will enhance the look of your kitchen as well as your cooking and entertaining experience.
While the benefits of a built in microwave over oven is obvious but keep in mind that these microwaves aren't as flexible as their freestanding counterparts. Depending on the place you install your microwave, it will require more space to operate than other microwaves. They are also not as mobile, and you aren't able to easily switch the model should you want something else.
If you install your microwave above the range, you'll need an additional kitchen space to accommodate the ventilation system that is required by this configuration. You'll require either a ducting system that directs 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 to a small kitchen. It can be put on a wall, cabinet or even an island.
Convenient Controls
Microwaves have a wide range of controls, based on model. Some of the features include turntables, presets such as defrosting or reheating, as well as buttons for a maximum of 30 seconds. Some models have safety features for children that stop accidental operation of the appliance.
Many microwaves come with pre-programmed recipes and cooking times that make the process of preparing meals quicker and more efficient. This feature is beneficial for those who don't know how long to heat certain foods or for those who aren't comfortable with the specific cooking techniques that are used in different cuisines.
KitchenAid brand offers a wide selection of built in combi microwave-in double oven and microwave combination (funsilo.date) and over the-range microwaves that are designed to match the style and appearance of your other appliances to create an integrated combi microwave look to your kitchen. There's a range of stainless steel models and 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 countertop models built-in microwaves are inserted in fixed spaces on the kitchen 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. They are available in various sizes, with some designed to fit into a smaller space and their exteriors can have doors that open either in a left-to right swing-out or drop-down fashion.
Some microwaves that are over-the-range, such as those from Whirlpool(r) are able to double as vent hoods to your stove in the kitchen. They also have an exhaust system built-in to exhaust fumes outside and recycle air. Some models come with a charcoal filter to remove odors and moisture from your kitchen.
Countertop models can be placed on your counter top and don't require venting hookups or special installations, making them a great option for rental properties or anyone who wants to avoid costly modifications to their kitchens. Some 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 require less energy to heat water and food than other cooking methods. They also consume less energy than stovetop ovens because they focus the microwave's energy on the liquid in the, rather than on heating the air or other elements around it. Because of this, they can heat food more quickly than a conventional oven. They can be put in in the lower or upper cabinets and come in modern or retro styles to match any kitchen.
In this supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking ("SNOPR") the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy proposes new or modified energy conservation standards for micro-wave ovens that will save consumers money on their operating costs. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act ("EPCA") requires DOE to periodically determine whether the more stringent standards are economically feasible and technologically feasible and result in significant energy savings.
This SNOPR includes the analyses and results that DOE carried out to assess the impact on consumers of the new or amended energy conservation standards for microwave ovens. The analysis includes a technology and market assessment as well as a screening analysis, an engineering analysis and national impacts analysis.
The energy usage analysis calculates the average annual microwave oven' operating hours in households from a representative sample. It is the basis for the energy savings assessments and the other consumer analyses in this SNOPR. The analysis is made using RECS field data from multiple regions and considers the various patterns of use of microwave ovens across different households, as well as the variations in electricity prices across the region.
In order to assess the impact of new or amended standards on household expenses, DOE conducted LCC analyses and PBP analyses in order to estimate the cost over time of purchasing and using a micro-wave oven with different levels of efficiency. The LCC and PBP calculations are built on a computer model that uses the Monte Carlo simulation to incorporate uncertainty and variability into the analysis.
In addition to the energy-use and LCC/PBP analyses, this SNOPR includes an analysis of the national impacts of the new or amended standards using the NIA spreadsheet model. The NIA model calculates the industry's net present value (INPV) in terms of energy saving from a potential amended or new standard in the form of savings on energy consumption at the site and FFC savings.