Benefits of a Built in Microwave Over Oven
A microwave oven with a built-in microwave lets you cook and heat your food quickly and easily. GE offers a wide range of styles, cooking technology and control options to fit your kitchen.
Built-in microwaves are installed behind cabinets or in recessing walls to give them a sleek and integrated appearance. These types of microwaves require professional installation.
Space Saver
The microwave is one of the most used appliances in a kitchen, but it can also take up valuable counter space. There are plenty of smart ways to reclaim counter space by moving your microwave to a different place, such as an island in the kitchen or recessing it into the wall.
One of the most sought-after options is an over-the-range (OTR) microwave. Tucked away neatly above your stove, this model can be especially useful in smaller kitchens where space is limited. Plus there are certain OTR models double as a vent hood to your cooktop, which is beneficial in reducing the buildup of steam.
Another way to save space is to install a built-in microwave that blends into the cabinetry. This gives you a sleek, integrated appearance that will match your kitchen's cabinets and fixtures in color, finish or style. It can also create a more streamlined look in your kitchen. This is ideal for homeowners who want an uncluttered, clean appearance.
Installing a built-in Microwave may require an expert installation or kitchen remodel. It is possible to, based on the layout of your home to cut a hole in a wall for the appliance. However, this will require professional framing and reinforcement. Built-in microwaves also need 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 of a built-in oven is 15 inches. However, some manufacturers offer trim kits that provide up to 1 1/2 inch of additional space for ventilation.
A microwave with a drawer design can be set up under your counter or inside an island. This configuration is simple to use and is suitable for all users and requires less countertop space. It also stops hot dishes or containers falling off the edge or being knocked down.
The final aspect to consider for an efficient microwave is its door design. A lot of brands have doors that opens in the same way as other kitchen appliances, such as dropping-down or slide-out. This allows you to integrate your microwave seamlessly into your cooking process. Certain models feature an elegant, smooth exterior that resists fingerprints for an attractive and cleaner appearance.
Convenience
A built-in microwave that is over the oven offers an attractive design, easy to clean and convenient. Contrary to countertop models, they're usually placed at eye level for easier accessibility and come with turntables that eliminate the need to constantly shift food from plate to plate. Built-in microwaves are usually equipped with features that increase their functionality, such as EasyConvection technology for oven conversion and a broiler component that can cook or brown food.
In addition to saving counter space, a built in microwave over oven can also improve the value of your home as well as appeal by giving it a premium look that other appliances may not be in a position to match. These microwaves can be installed on top of your stove or in a separate cupboard. They blend seamlessly into the kitchen to give it a tailored look that shows how much you have invested in your home and kitchen.
Built-in microwaves and ovens are available in a vast range of dimensions as well as power levels and features to fit any kitchen layout. Install them underneath the counter in a drawer style to create a more integrated appearance that can be easily integrated into existing cabinetry. This requires no additional space. With top-quality finishes and features they are sure to enhance the look of your kitchen and elevate your cooking and entertaining experience.
Although the built-in microwave over ovens are convenient, they are not as versatile as their counterparts that stand on their own. Depending on where you install your microwave, it will require more space than other microwaves. They are also not as portable, and you can't easily change the model if you want something different.
If you choose to install your microwave over your range, then you will require more space in your kitchen to accommodate the ventilation needed by this arrangement. You'll either need a ducting option that directs smoke to the outside or a ventilator that recirculates air from the microwave into the house. For a smaller kitchen think about a separate microwave built-in that can be incorporated into cabinets, walls or an island.
Convenient Controls
Microwaves come with a variety of controls based on the model. The most common features are turntables, preset functions such as defrosting and reheating, and 30-second buttons. Some models have safety features for children that stop accidental use of the appliance.
Many microwaves come with pre-programmed recipes and cooking times, which makes the process of making food quicker and more efficient. This feature is beneficial for cooks who are new to cooking and not sure of the time needed to cook certain foods or are not familiar with the specific cooking methods used in different cuisines.
KitchenAid provides a variety of built-in microwaves and over-therange microwaves that can be matched to the other appliances in style and finish for seamless appearance. You can find a selection 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.
In contrast to models for countertop use built-in microwaves are inserted in fixed spaces on the kitchen cabinets or walls for a sleek, custom appearance. They typically have the same internal components as regular countertop models, with a few exceptions. They come in a variety of sizes, with some designed to fit into a small space, and their exteriors may include a door that opens either in a left-to right swing-out or drop-down fashion.
Certain microwaves that are over the range, such as the ones made by Whirlpool(r) are able to be used as vent hoods. They have an exhaust system that is built-in to vent fumes outdoors and recirculate air. Some microwaves come with a built-in charcoal filter to eliminate moisture and odors from your kitchen.
Countertop models sit on your counter top and don't require venting hookups or special installations making them an excellent option for rental homes or those who want to avoid costly changes to their kitchens. Some options 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 require less energy to cook water and food than other cooking methods. They also consume less energy than stovetop ovens since they focus the microwave's energy on the liquid within instead of heating the air or other elements surrounding it. Because of this, they can heat dishes much faster than a conventional oven. They can be placed within the upper or lower cabinets and come in modern or retro styles to suit 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 that save consumers money on their operating costs. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to evaluate on a regular basis whether stricter standards are technologically feasible and economically viable, and if they will yield significant energy savings.
This SNOPR includes DOE's analysis and results to assess the impact of the new or modified energy standards for microwave ovens on the consumer. The analysis includes a technology and market assessment and screening analysis of engineering analysis, and a national impacts analysis.
The energy use analysis estimates annual average microwave oven operating hours in a sample of homes. It is the basis for the energy savings assessments and the other consumer analyses included in this SNOPR. The analysis is built on RECS field data from various regions and considers the different patterns of usage of microwave ovens across different households and the variations in regional electricity prices.
To evaluate 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 buying and using a micro-wave oven with different levels of efficiency. The LCC and PBP calculations use an algorithm built on Monte Carlo simulations to incorporate uncertainty and variation into the analysis.
In addition to the analyses of energy use and LCC/PBP in this SNOPR includes an analysis of the national impacts of new or amended standards using the NIA spreadsheet model. built in oven with microwave ("INPV") in terms of energy savings resulting from the potential amendment or new standards in the form of site energy savings and FFC energy savings.