A Built in Microwave Oven Combo Offers Convenience and Versatility
A microwave oven with built-in features combines your wall oven with your microwave into a single appliance. Built-in Oven and microwave can free up space on your countertops and provide your kitchen with a sleek style.
These models come with powerful broilers that cook evenly and their microwaves cook food quickly. They also come with a broad variety of cooking options to cook different foods.
Size
Combining the convenience of a microwave oven and the flexibility of an oven on a wall, a built in microwave and wall oven combination is a practical solution for kitchens of all kinds. Explore our entire selection of combination microwaves and wall ovens to find the perfect fit for your home. Make sure to review the cutout specifications and installation guide for your chosen unit to ensure it works in your space. Our microwave and oven sets include microwave and oven models with a variety of colors, styles and finishes that will match any decor. Also, look for features like modern and efficient digital controls, a power cook function and built in self-cleaning options that will help you save time.
Convenience
A built-in microwave oven will save you space on your counters and give your kitchen a sleeker look. Because it functions as a microwave and a traditional oven, you can heat up leftovers, frozen foods and meals that are pre-packaged in one appliance. It eliminates the necessity of separate countertop appliances or bulky wall ovens. Built-in Oven and microwave can also be a good option when you are looking to improve your kitchen without undergoing any major renovations.
Microwave ovens are available in different styles to match your kitchen's decor. Certain microwave oven combos come with a swing-out right-to-left door and others have drop-down models that open the same way as traditional ovens. There is also microwave ovens that have an open-type drawer that opens in the same way as an open cabinet. Microwave drawers are easy to reach and are ideal for small spaces where you want to minimize the use of counter space.
Combination microwaves can also provide a range of features to assist in making meal preparation easier and more practical. Some models have a sensor steam mode that adjusts the temperature and duration of your food automatically to ensure perfect steaming of your fish and vegetables. Other features include a broil feature that allows you to quickly melt cheese or brown your favorite dish, as well as Crispwave(tm) technology that can grill food items, bake and crisp them.
When selecting a microwave oven combination, be sure to take into consideration how often you'll use each function. If you'll be using the oven more often than the micro, you may be better off buying a double wall-oven. A combo oven has less capacity than a standalone oven.
Once you've selected the best microwave and oven combination that meets your needs, it's time to think about the installation. Over-the-range models are installed over your stovetop or cooktop and connected to the power outlet. Built-in microwaves can be incorporated into the walls or cabinets of your kitchen. Some models come with trim kits that allow you to seamlessly blend your new microwave with the cabinets in your kitchen.
Energy Efficiency
Built-in microwave ovens are a great option for those with smaller kitchens in their home or apartment. They can free up the space in cabinets that would otherwise be occupied by separate appliances, and can also cut down on energy usage. They are more energy efficient than traditional wall-mounted ovens and offer the most efficient method to cook. They can also be used to cook food or warm food items. This means that there is less necessity for other appliances such as toasters or warming plates.
When evaluating possible amendments to energy conservation standards, DOE conducts several analyses which include assessment of technology and market screening analysis, engineering analysis, and national impacts analysis (NIA). In this SNOPR, DOE will utilize its existing engineering analysis on microwave ovens to determine what level of efficiency improvement is possible for this product category.
In the engineering analysis, DOE will compare the design parameters of a microwave with an energy performance set of objectives. The engineering analysis will then determine the maximum improvement in energy efficiency that is technologically feasible based on the most advanced microprocessor-controlled model available on the market or in working prototypes, or the maximum reduction in energy consumption that is technically achievable with the current technologies available for this product class.
As part of NIA, DOE will assess the effects on consumers, such as the cost savings over the lifecycle, as well as the simple payback time (PBP). DOE will use its Government Regulatory Impact Model with an adaptation for microwave ovens to calculate the industry's net present value ("NPV").
DOE will also examine the impact on manufacturers and will use a modified industry cash flow model that is specifically tailored to this type of product in order to estimate manufacturing NPV. Additionally, DOE will consider the potential impact on small business manufacturers as well as other subgroups of manufacturers to identify any that could be disproportionally affected by these proposals.
DOE will also examine whether the test procedure for microwave ovens requires to be revised to include active mode power consumption as well as an energy use measure. At present, the test procedures only include standby mode power consumption.
Design
Wall ovens rely on the circulation of hot air evenly while microwaves rely on waves to cause the water molecules in food items to vibrate and produce heat. Combination wall units blend both appliances into one unit, saving space in the kitchen while giving a modern, sleek look. It is important to think about your budget and needs before deciding on a combination wall oven. Many of the combination wall ovens that we've rated have issues with performance or design.