Benefits of a Built in Microwave Over Oven
A microwave oven that has a built-in microwave allows you to cook and reheat your food quickly and easily. GE provides a variety of designs, cooking technology and control options that will suit your kitchen.
Built-in microwaves are positioned behind cabinets or in wall recess to give them sleek and integrated appearance. These models require professional installation.
Space Saver
The microwave is a popular appliance in the kitchen, but it can also take up valuable countertop space. You can reclaim valuable counter space by moving the microwave to a new space, such as a kitchen island.
One of the most popular options is an over the range (OTR) microwave. Hidden away beneath the stove, this option can be especially useful in kitchens that are smaller and space is limited. Certain OTR models also double as an air vent for your cooktop. This can reduce the amount of steam that builds up.
Installing a microwave that is integrated into your cabinetry can save you space. This gives you an elegant, seamless appearance that can be matched to the kitchen cabinets and fixtures in terms of color, finish or design. It can also help create a cleaner appearance in your kitchen, which is ideal for homeowners who want an uncluttered and clean look.
Installing a built-in microwave may require a professional installation or a kitchen remodel. It is possible depending on the layout of your house to make an opening in the wall for the appliance. However it will require professional framing and strengthening. Also, built-in microwaves 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 certain manufacturers offer trim kits that provide up to 1 1/2 inches of additional space for ventilation.
A microwave with a drawer design can be set up beneath your counter or within an island. This design is easily accessible, suitable for everyone and requires less counter space. It also helps prevent hot dishes or containers from falling off the edge of the microwave or being damaged by a fall.
Another important aspect to consider when choosing the space-saving microwave is the door design. Many brands offer a door that opens in the same way as other kitchen appliances, such as sliding out or dropping down. This allows you to integrate your microwave seamlessly into your cooking process. Some models also have a smooth and sleek exterior that resists fingerprints for better, cleaner appearance.
Convenience
A built in microwave over oven is attractive, convenient and easy-to-clean design. stoves integrated microwave are usually set at eye level for easy access and are equipped with turntables that make it easier to move food from one plate to another. Built-in microwaves are often equipped with features that increase their functionality, such as EasyConvection technology for oven conversion and a broiler component that can crisp or brown food.
A built-in microwave on top of the oven can save you counter space and increase the value of your home by giving it a sleek, high-end appearance that other appliances might not be able match. These microwaves can be installed on top of your stove or in a separate cabinet. They seamlessly blend into the kitchen to give an elegant appearance that demonstrates how much you've put in your home and kitchen.
Built-in microwaves over ovens come in various sizes, power levels, and features that can be tailored to fit into any kitchen. Install them under the counter in drawers to create a more integrated appearance that can be easily integrated into the cabinetry. It doesn't require any additional space. These microwaves, with their luxurious designs and top-of-the-line functions, will enhance the aesthetics of your kitchen and enhance your cooking and entertaining experience.
While microwaves built into ovens are useful, they are not as flexible as microwaves that stand on their own. Depending on where you install your microwave, it will require more space to operate than other types of microwaves. In addition, they're not as portable, and you won't have the ability to easily swap out the model to a new one if you decide that you'd like a different model.
If you decide to put the microwave on top of your range, then you'll require more space in your kitchen to allow for the ventilation required by this arrangement. You'll either need a ducting option that directs smoke to the outside, or a ventilation system that recirculates air through the microwave into the home. For a smaller kitchen think about an additional built-in microwave that can be incorporated in a cabinet, wall or island.
Convenient Controls
Microwaves offer a wide variety of controls depending on the model. Some of the features include turntables, presets like defrosting or reheating, as well as buttons for a maximum of 30 minutes. Certain models come with child safety features that prevent accidental use of the appliance.
Many microwaves have pre-programmed recipes and cooking times, which make the process of preparing food faster and easier. This feature is beneficial for cooks who are new to cooking and unsure of how long to cook specific food items or who are unfamiliar with the cooking techniques used in different cuisines.
KitchenAid brand offers a broad variety of built-in and oversized microwaves that are designed to match the style and finish of your other appliances for an aesthetically pleasing kitchen. There's a variety of stainless steel models, as well as black and white finishes to match any kitchen design. 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 for a sleek, custom appearance. The internal components are generally identical to those of conventional countertop models, with a few exceptions. They are available in various sizes, including those designed to fit into a small space, and their exteriors may feature a door that opens in a left-to-right swing-out or drop-down style.
Certain microwaves in the range, such as the ones made by Whirlpool(r) and Whirlpool(r), can be used as vent hoods. They come with an exhaust system that is built-in to let out fumes outside and then recirculate the air. Some microwaves have a charcoal filter that removes odors and moisture in your kitchen.
Countertop models are positioned on the counter in the kitchen. They don't need venting or special installation. This makes them an ideal option for people who rent their homes or want to avoid expensive modifications to their kitchens. Some options include trim kits to close the gap between your microwave and other freestanding countertop appliances like coffee pots bread makers, toaster ovens or bread ovens.
Energy Efficiency
Microwaves use less energy to cook water and food than other cooking methods. They also consume less energy than conventional stovetop ovens since they focus the microwaves' energy on the liquid in the instead of heating the air or other elements around it. They can heat up dishes much faster than conventional ovens. They can be installed in your upper or lower cabinets, and are available 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 modified energy conservation standards for microwave ovens that help consumers save money on their operating costs. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically assess whether more stringent standards are technologically feasible and economically viable, and if they will yield significant energy savings.
This SNOPR contains the analyses and results that DOE carried out to assess the effects on consumers of the new or revised energy conservation standards for microwave ovens. The analysis includes a market and technology assessment screening and engineering analysis, and a national impact analysis.
The energy usage analysis estimates the average annual microwave oven operating hours in a sample of homes. It is the basis for the energy savings assessments as well as the other consumer analysis in this SNOPR. The analysis is based upon RECS field data collected from a variety of regions. It also takes into consideration different patterns of microwave oven use in different households, as also regional variations in electricity prices.
In order to assess the impact of the new or modified standards on household expenses, DOE conducted LCC analyses and PBP analyses in order to determine the lifetime cost for purchasing and using a microwave oven at various levels of efficiency. The LCC and PBP calculations are based on a computer model that uses the Monte Carlo simulation to incorporate uncertainty and variation into the analyses.
This SNOPR includes an evaluation of the impact of new or amended standards at the national level based on the NIA spreadsheet. The NIA model calculates the industry net present value (INPV) in terms of energy saving from the potential amendment or new standard in the form of energy savings for the site and FFC savings.