Benefits of a Built in Microwave Over Oven
A built-in microwave over an oven allows you to cook and heat food quickly and easily. GE provides a variety of styles, cooking technologies and control options that can be adapted to your kitchen.
Built-in microwaves are positioned behind cabinets or in wall recess to give them a sleek and integrated look. These models require professional installation.
Space Saver
The microwave is a common appliance in the kitchen, however it can also take up valuable countertop space. You can free up counter space by moving the microwave to another place, such as an island in the kitchen.
One of the most sought-after options is an over-the-range (OTR) microwave. Tucked away neatly above your stove, this option can be especially useful in kitchens with smaller spaces where space is limited. Certain OTR models can also function as an exhaust for your cooktop. This can help reduce the buildup of steam.
Another way to save space is to install a built-in microwave that blends into your cabinetry. This can give you an elegant, seamless look that is able to match the design, color, or finish of your other kitchen fixtures and cabinets. It can also create an elegant look in your kitchen. This is ideal for homeowners who prefer a clean, uncluttered appearance.
Installing a built-in Microwave might require a professional installation or a kitchen remodel. You might be able depending on the layout of your house to cut a hole in a wall for the appliance. However it will require professional framing and reinforcement. Built-in microwaves also need adequate ventilation to avoid 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 certain manufacturers offer trim kits that give up to 1 1/2 inch of additional space for ventilation.
A drawer-style microwave can be installed 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 to prevent hot dishes or containers from falling off the edge of the microwave or being knocked over.
The final aspect to consider for a space-saving microwave is its door design. A lot of brands have doors that can be opened in the same manner as other kitchen appliances, including dropping-down or slide-out. This allows you to integrate your microwave seamlessly into your cooking workflow. Some models even come with a sleek and smooth exterior that is resistant to fingerprints, giving an attractive, cleaner appearance.
Convenience
A built-in microwave over oven offers an attractive, convenient and easy-to-clean design. They are usually placed near the eye level to make it easier to access and come with turntables to make it less necessary to transfer food from one plate to another. In addition, built in microwaves usually have options that enhance functionality like EasyConvection oven conversion technology and a broil element that allows you to cook or brown food items.
A built-in microwave that is integrated into the oven can save you counter space and also increase the value of your home by giving it a sleek, luxurious appearance that other appliances might not be able match. It can be placed above your stove or in a separate cabinet these microwaves blend seamlessly into your kitchen for an elegant look that demonstrates that you've put money into your kitchen and your home.
Built-in microwaves over ovens are available in a wide variety of dimensions, power levels and features to suit any kitchen configuration. You can even install them under your counter with a drawer design to create a more seamless design that is a perfect fit into existing cabinets and requires no additional space. These microwaves, with their premium features and finishes, will enhance the aesthetics of your kitchen and enhance your cooking and entertaining experiences.
Although the built-in microwave over ovens are handy, they are not as flexible as microwaves that stand alone. It might require 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 should you want something different.
If you install your microwave above the range, you'll require a larger kitchen to accommodate the ventilation system that is required by this arrangement. You'll require either a ducting system that carries smoke outside or a recirculating system that draws air through the microwave before transferring it to the home. Consider a built-in microwave for a small kitchen. It can be mounted on a wall, cabinet or island.
Convenient Controls
Microwave ovens come with various controls that are convenient according to the model you pick. Some features are turntables, presets like defrosting or reheating, as well as buttons that can last for up to 30 minutes. Some models offer safety features for children that stop accidental operation of the appliance.
Many microwaves come with pre-programmed recipes and cooking times, which make the process of cooking food faster and easier. This feature is useful for cooks who aren't sure how long to cook certain meals or for those who aren't acquainted with the specific cooking methods that are used in different cuisines.
KitchenAid brand offers a wide range of built-in and over-the-range microwaves that are designed to match the style and finish of your other appliances to create an aesthetically pleasing kitchen. There's a variety 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.
Contrary to models that are built into countertops built-in microwaves are inserted inside a fixed area of the kitchen cabinets or walls for a sleek and custom appearance. The internal components are usually similar to regular countertop models with the exception of. They come in a variety of sizes, including those made to fit in a compact space and their exteriors can include a door that opens either in a right-to-left 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. They come with an exhaust system built in to vent fumes outdoors and then recirculate the air. Others have a built-in charcoal filter to remove moisture and odors from your kitchen.
Countertop models sit on your counter top and do not require venting hookups, or special installations making them an excellent choice for rental homes or anyone who wants to avoid costly modifications to their kitchens. Some models come with trim kits that can be used to fill 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 food and water when compared to other cooking methods. They also consume less energy than stovetop ovens because they focus microwaves' 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. integrated microwave can be placed in your upper or lower cabinets, and are available with retro or modern style to match any kitchen style.
In this supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking ("SNOPR"), the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (DOE) proposes new or revised 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 justifiable, and if they will result in significant energy savings.
This SNOPR includes DOE's analysis and findings to assess the impact of new or amended energy standards for microwave ovens on the consumer. The analysis includes a market and technology assessment, a screening and engineering analysis and an analysis of the impact on the nation.
The energy usage analysis estimates annual average microwave oven operating hours in a sample of homes. This analysis is the basis of the energy savings assessments as well as the other consumer analyses included in this SNOPR. The analysis is built on RECS field data from various regions and considers the various patterns of use of microwave ovens in various households and also the variation in electricity prices across the region.
To assess the impact of changes or new standards on the cost of operating a household, DOE conducted LCC and PBP analyses to determine the cost over time of purchasing and using a microwave oven at different efficiency levels. The LCC and PBP calculations use the computer model built on Monte Carlo simulations to incorporate variations and uncertainty into the analysis.
This SNOPR includes an analysis of the impact of new or amended standards at the national level based on the NIA spreadsheet. The NIA model calculates the industry's net present value (INPV) in terms of energy saving from potential amended or a new standard in the form site energy savings and FFC savings.