The Pros and Cons of Integrated Microwaves
If you’re ready to update your kitchen this year, you’ll have probably given some thought to everything from smart tech to integrated appliances, colourful splashbacks, and maybe even self-cleaning ovens.
There are a wealth of elements that go into creating the perfect kitchen, some of them are more ‘technical’ (such as the best layout for your space), and others, well…more exciting…like which wine cooler to choose. Here on the My Appliances site today, we’re focusing on the pros and cons of integrated microwaves. Read on…
Pros of Integrated Microwaves
So, what are the benefits of integrated microwaves? Let’s take a look…
They Offer a Streamlined Look in Your Space
When chosen well, integrated microwaves can take your space up a notch or two. Give an otherwise uninteresting space an update, then, with a microwave that’s designed to seamlessly fit into your space. Not only will it offer similar (if not improved) functionality over a standard, worktop microwave, it’ll look good too.
They’re Ideal for the Contemporary Kitchen
Integrated microwaves are becoming more and more popular, particularly in contemporary kitchens. They offer an uncluttered look in your space while ensuring most of your cooking needs are covered. Alongside air fryers, they may well be ‘the’ appliance to add to your kitchen this year.
They Don’t Take Up Unnecessary Worktop Space
Small kitchen? An integrated microwave can provide additional worktop space, due to the fact it’ll sit relatively high up in your kitchen. Your space will need to be designed with the integrated microwave in mind, but if you’re keen to add a space-saving appliance to your kitchen, it’s wholly worth it.
Cons of Integrated Microwaves
Of course, there are often some downsides to every purchase, but we’re sure you’ll agree that the benefits far outweigh the negatives when it comes to integrated microwaves.
More Difficult to Clean
As integrated microwaves generally sit higher up in your kitchen, they can prove more difficult to clean. Don’t let that put you off, though; with the right kitchen designer, you can ensure your appliance isn’t too hard to reach and is, therefore, still as easy to clean as a standard microwave.
Exact Measurements Are Required
Unlike standard microwaves, you probably couldn’t just purchase an integrated one and hope it fits into your space. You’ll want to instead allow for the exact dimensions of the microwave at the point your kitchen is being designed, whether you’re designing your space from scratch or if you’ve opted to instead make some smaller changes.
They May Require More Ventilation
As integrated appliances tend to offer similar functionality to ovens, you may find you require more ventilation in your space – again, this can be accounted for during the design process, so it needn’t prove too much of an issue.
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