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Monday, February 25, 2008

Which Wall Oven?

Do you remember when microwaves were first marketed in the late 1970s. Well the original ardor has diminished somewhat, but it still is crucial in kitchen planning, especially in built in designs...


There are two choices for microwave placement for this type of configuration.


Microwave over the actual wall oven:

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Double wall oven and the microwave separate:

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Consider these questions before committing to a design:

A. How much do you use the microwave
B. How much do you use the ovens
C. Will children be using the microwave
D. How much space do you have


A and B may seem obvious, but if you are a die hard user of a microwave, you can buy Advantium and other very interesting convection microwave combinations. If you are hitting the popcorn button, buy a double oven and build in an inexpensive microwave.

If children are using the microwave consider building it into the island as there are plenty of options.

For more info please take a look at our Electric Cooking Buying Guide.

2 comments:

  1. I am wondering if you have seen anyone install a refrigerator and double oven on the same wall? I have space for the two, but cannot invision how they would look. Both Kitchen Aid Architect II, the refrigerator is standard depth, not counter top. I have about nine inches to spare between the two appliances and walls on either side. Thanks

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  2. I haven't seen it, but you can certainly do whatever you want...Typically people will place cooking in proximity and the dishwasher and sink near each other...Its what kitchen designers refer to as "cooking triangles" or a less fancey term for ergometrics

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