WHERE SHOULD I PUT A MICROWAVE IN MY KITCHEN?
The placement of your microwave ultimately comes down to personal preference, the type of microwave you have and your kitchen layout; however, there are various options you can consider to find the ideal location for your appliance.
Standard countertop microwaves are perhaps the most flexible when it comes to their placement, but each model has its own location advantages. Keep reading to explore microwave placement ideas and find one that best suits your kitchen.
WHERE SHOULD I PUT A MICROWAVE IN A SMALL KITCHEN?
If you have a small kitchen, there may be some space-saving solutions when it comes to microwave placement. Consider over-the-range microwaves that can streamline your kitchen design or a microwave with smaller dimensions or capacity.
Keep reading for tips on where to put a microwave in a small kitchen.
Opt for an over-the-range model: Over-the-range microwaves double as hoods, which can help decrease the amount of appliances you need in the kitchen. Additionally, placing the microwave above the range can help consolidate your kitchen’s layout and keep your countertops uncluttered.
Find a microwave with smaller dimensions: Though microwaves tend to have standardized dimensions, you can choose a compact model to help save more space in your kitchen. Models 15 to 19 inches wide and 10 to 11 inches high are slightly smaller than standard or large models, which are typically 21 to 25 inches wide and 12 to 15 inches high.
- Keep your microwave in a cabinet: Placing your microwave inside a cabinet can help declutter your kitchen; however, you’ll need to ensure your appliance is properly ventilated.
SHOP MAYTAG® OVER-THE-RANGE MICROWAVES
Select Maytag® over-the-range microwaves feature a flush, built-in design, which maximizes space and helps create an open, airy kitchen. These microwaves fit flush1 with both the front and bottom of standard depth cabinets, giving your kitchen a sleek, finished look.
WHERE CAN I PUT A MICROWAVE IN A KITCHEN WITH A RANGE HOOD?
If you currently have a vent hood in your kitchen, you might be able to swap it out for an over-the-range microwave, which doubles as a microwave and hood. This can help you move your existing microwave off the countertop and streamline your kitchen by combining two appliances into one.
WHERE TO PLACE A COUNTERTOP MICROWAVE IN MY KITCHEN?
If your counter space allows, you could keep your microwave on your countertops. However, if you want to declutter your counters, you might be able to use a trim kit to install your countertop microwave in a cabinet, like a built-in model.
Keep reading to find out which option may be best for your kitchen’s layout.
Mount your countertop microwave: Depending on your model, you might be able to use a trim kit to convert your countertop model into a built-in. These kits can help close gaps between your microwave and cabinets to help create a seamless appearance.
- Keep it on the counters: If you have ample counter space, you may be able to keep your countertop model out in the open. This option would allow you to conveniently access your microwave while cooking in the kitchen.
SHOP MAYTAG® COUNTERTOP MICROWAVES
Maytag® countertop microwaves give you convenient access to helpful features. Select models feature Sensor Cooking, which adjusts cook time and settings to the meal you’re cooking.
WHERE SHOULD I PLACE A BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN IN MY KITCHEN?
A benefit of built-in microwaves is that they often allow you to increase the overall counter space in your kitchen; however, they require specific placements.
For example, wall oven and microwave combinations conveniently combine two appliances into one, but you’ll need to ensure you have an appropriately-sized wall space or cabinet cutout for this model. Keep reading to find out where you can place built-in microwave models in your kitchen.
Combine your microwave and wall oven: If you want a built-in microwave, consider a wall oven combination, which combines two appliances into one to help free up space on your countertops.
Over the range: As the name suggests, over-the-range microwaves are placed above the range and can provide both ventilation and overhead lighting while cooking on the stovetop.
- Integrated with the kitchen island: Discreetly placed at waist level, drawer microwaves, or under-counter microwaves, are installed in kitchen islands. This can be beneficial if you want a microwave that’s easy to reach, yet out of the way.
WHERE SHOULD I PUT A MICROWAVE IN A REMODELED KITCHEN?
Remodeling your kitchen gives you the freedom to place appliances where you prefer. Use the kitchen triangle rule as a helpful guide, which suggests you arrange the sink, refrigerator and stove in a triangular formation. This can be helpful for built-in microwaves that sit above the stove.
Find more helpful placement ideas below for microwaves in remodeled kitchens.
Place your microwave above the range: Optimize the space in your kitchen by using the kitchen triangle rule and place your microwave above the stove for a streamlined workflow.
Make it easily accessible: Keep it practical by placing your microwave on the countertops so it’s within reach and easily accessible.
Put it on a cart: Placing your microwave on a kitchen cart can give your appliance a dedicated space, yet also offer flexibility if you want to quickly or easily rearrange your kitchen layout. However, you’ll have to make sure there’s an outlet nearby to power your microwave.
- Combine your microwave and oven: During your remodel, consider a wall oven microwave combination, which lets you combine two appliances into one and offers a sleek look.
EXPLORE MAYTAG® MICROWAVES
Maytag® microwaves help you master mealtime with features you can use for dinner, dessert and anything in between. Select microwave models offer Bake Mode, which helps you make everything from dinner to dessert, eliminating the need for a countertop convection or toaster oven.
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