Benefits of a Built in Microwave Over Oven
A built-in microwave over an oven allows you to cook and reheat food quickly and easily. GE provides a range of designs, cooking techniques and control options to fit your kitchen setup.
Built-in microwaves are positioned behind cabinets or in wall recess to give them an elegant and seamless look. These types of microwaves require professional installation.
Space Saver
The microwave is one of the most used appliances in a kitchen but it can consume valuable counter space. You can reclaim valuable counter space by moving the microwave to a different location, like a kitchen island.
One of the most sought-after choices is an over-the-range (OTR) microwave. This type of microwave, which is neatly tucked behind your stove, can be particularly useful in kitchens that are small and have little space. Some OTR models also double as a vent for your cooktop. This can help reduce the buildup of steam.
Installing a microwave that is integrated into your cabinetry can help you save space. This can give you an elegant, seamless look that can match the style, color, or finish of your kitchen appliances and cabinets. It can also create a more streamlined appearance in your kitchen, which is great for homeowners who want minimalist and clear design.
However installing a built-in microwave might require a professional installation or remodel of your kitchen. You may be able, depending on the layout of your house to make an opening in the wall for the appliance. However it will require professional framing and support. Built-in microwaves also require adequate ventilation to prevent overheating or damaging the appliance. According to Sam Cipiti of R. M. Tunis Kitchens and Baths, in Chevy Chase, Maryland the minimum cabinet depth for an oven with built-ins is 15 inches. However certain manufacturers offer trim kits that provide up to 1 1/2 inch of extra space to allow for ventilation.
A third space-saving option is a drawer-style microwave which can be installed below your countertop or inside an island. This configuration is easy-to-access, suitable for all ages and requires less counter space. It also helps prevent 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. A lot of brands have doors that opens the same way as other kitchen appliances, such as a slide-out or drop-down. This lets you integrate your microwave seamlessly into your cooking process. Some models have a smooth, sleek exterior that resists fingerprints to give a cleaner and more attractive appearance.
Convenience
Built-in microwaves that are built into ovens are stylish, convenient, and easy to clean. Unlike countertop models, they're usually placed at eye level for easier accessibility and come with turntables that eliminate the need to move food from plate to plate. In addition, built in microwaves are often equipped with features that improve functionality, such as EasyConvection oven conversion technology, and a broil element that allows you to cook or brown food items.
Built-in Microwaves built-in microwave that is integrated into the oven can help you save counter space and increase the value of your home by giving it a sleek and high-end appearance that other appliances might not be able to match. It can be placed above your stove or in a separate cabinet, these microwaves blend seamlessly into your kitchen, creating an elegant look that demonstrates that you've put money into your kitchen and home.
Built-in microwaves and ovens are available in a variety of sizes power levels, styles, and features that can be customized to fit any kitchen. They can be placed under your counter in a drawer-style to create a more seamless design that is a perfect fit into existing cabinets and requires no extra space. With top-quality finishes and features These microwaves are guaranteed to complement your kitchen's aesthetic and elevate your cooking and entertaining experience.
While the benefits of a built in microwave over oven is obvious however, you should be aware that these microwaves aren't as flexible as their freestanding counterparts. Depending on the location you put yours, it might require more space than other types of microwaves. They're also not as portable, and you can't easily change the model if you want something else.
If you put your microwave above your range, you'll need an extra kitchen space to accommodate the ventilation system required by this setup. You'll require either a ducting system that directs smoke away from the home or a recirculating ventilation system that pulls air through the microwave and into the home. For smaller kitchens you might want to consider an additional built-in microwave that can be installed into a cabinet, wall or island.
Convenient Controls
Microwaves come with a variety of controls depending on the model. Some common features include turntables, preset functions such as defrosting and reheating, and plus-30-second buttons. Certain models include safety features for children to prevent accidental operation.
Many microwaves come pre-programmed with recipes and cooking times, which makes the process of making food faster and easier. This feature is helpful for those who are just beginning to cook and are unsure of how long to heat specific foods or who aren't familiar with the specific cooking methods that are used in different cuisines.
KitchenAid brand provides a wide range of built-in and over-the-range microwaves that are designed to match the style and appearance of other appliances for an aesthetically pleasing kitchen. There's a range of stainless steel models, as well as black finishes to complement 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.
In contrast to models for countertop use built-in microwaves are inserted inside a fixed area of your kitchen walls or cabinets for a sleek and custom appearance. The internal components are typically similar to regular countertop models with a few exceptions. They come in a variety of sizes, including those made to fit into a small space and their exteriors could have doors that open in a left-to-right swing-out or drop-down fashion.
Certain microwaves in the range, like the ones made by Whirlpool(r), can also be used as vent hoods. Built-in Microwaves come with an exhaust system that is built-in to vent fumes outdoors and recirculate the air. Some microwaves have charcoal filters that get rid of moisture and odors from your kitchen.
Countertop models are positioned on the counter in the kitchen. They don't need venting or a special installation. This makes them an ideal choice for those who lease their homes or want to save money on costly changes to their kitchens. Certain models include trim kits to fill in the gap between your microwave and other countertop appliances such as coffee makers and bread makers, as well as toaster ovens.
Energy Efficiency
Microwaves are more efficient in heating water and food as compared to other cooking methods. They also use less energy than traditional stovetop ovens due to the fact that they focus the microwaves' energy on the liquid within, rather than on heating the air or other elements around it. They can cook food faster than conventional ovens. They can be installed either on the upper or lower cabinets and come in retro or modern styles to fit any kitchen.
In this supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking ("SNOPR") The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (DOE) proposes new or modified energy conservation standards for microwave ovens, which will save consumers money on their operating costs. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to regularly assess whether stricter standards are technically feasible and economically justified, and if they will yield significant energy savings.
This SNOPR includes DOE's analysis and results to evaluate the impact of new or amended energy standards for microwave ovens on the consumer. The analysis includes a technology and market assessment and screening analysis as well as an engineering analysis and national impacts analysis.
The energy usage analysis calculates the average annual microwave oven operating hours for the sample of households. It is the basis for the energy savings assessments as well as the other consumer analyses included in this SNOPR. The analysis is based upon RECS field data collected from multiple regions. It also takes into consideration different patterns of microwave oven use in different households as also regional variations in electricity prices.
To assess the impact of new or amended standards on household expenses, DOE conducted LCC analyses and PBP analyses to estimate the cost over time for purchasing and using a microwave oven at different efficiency level. The LCC and PBP calculations use a computer model based on Monte Carlo simulations to incorporate uncertainty and variation into the analyses.
In addition to the analysis of energy use and the LCC/PBP In addition to the energy-use and LCC/PBP analyses, this SNOPR contains an evaluation of the national impacts of new or amended standards using the NIA spreadsheet model. The NIA model calculates the industry's net present value ("INPV") in terms of energy savings from the potential amendment or new standards in terms of energy savings on site and FFC energy savings.