Over-the-range microwave Instead of saving space in the kitchen by putting the microwave over the range, move it to a built-in cubby under the counter. While over-the-range microwaves have been stylish for years, the trend is on the way out in 2018.Click to see full answer. Likewise, how long should an over the range microwave last? 10 years are microwave ovens still popular? Not exactly. New microwave sales may be falling, but microwaves are still in over 90% of American households. Sales of built-in microwaves—which are built into the kitchen rather than sitting standalone on a counter, and are much closer cousins to the commercial oven—have grown by more than 100% since 2000. Similarly, it is asked, can you put a microwave next to a stove? Under the Range Placing your microwave over the range is a great way to consolidate cooking appliances and save space. If the microwave is too high, it may be difficult for shorter homeowners to reach above the stove. Even worse, you could get burned if the stove happens to be on at the same time.Do Over the range microwaves need to be vented?Virtually all building codes require a ventilation system installed over the kitchen stove. This ventilation system has a light that illuminates the stovetop surface and a fan that removes smoke and steam from the air. Over-the-range microwaves have a light and fan built into the bottom of the appliance.
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