Microhood Combinations Give Your Kitchen A New Look Without Losing Space
Microhood combinations marry two necessary, separate units into one. This nifty device includes a microwave oven that is incorporated into a range hood that is installed over the oven. The biggest benefit of a system like this is all the space you manage to save.
You can find any combination of expensive and intricate to cheaper and simple depending on your budget and desires. Standard for most models are a two-speed fan, a night-light feature, and a feature-rich microwave.
You also have the option of having a microwave/range hood combination that vents any cooking smoke from your kitchen. Ducks are included in the vented models which eliminate cooking odors and particles from inside the kitchen. A charcoal filter is the primary feature on the models that don’t have vents; smoke and odors are circulated through the filter and back into the kitchen. Whichever sort you go for you will need to clean the filters or the vents regularly to maintain their efficiency.
There are several items you should keep in mind when trying to decide on which appliance to buy. These units are usually quite high up and could be an issue for somebody who is short and for younger people attempting to use them. You don’t want to have to struggle to remove a hot dish from the oven and possibly burn yourself with it. Another possible problem is the location of the microwave – if you’re cooking something on the stove and need to reach into the microwave, you may knock something over or burn yourself on a hot pot.
Microhood combinations can be purchased for as little as $250 or as high as $1100, depending on the chosen features. You will only be able to vent the rear two burners with the smallest microwave which measures in at 12″ deep. If you want to ensure good coverage of the full stove top, then look for a microwave that has a greater depth – see if you can find one that will extend over most of the stove. Be sure you know where the vents are located or you’ll have a problem cleaning them in the models that have positioned them in areas that are hard to reach.
You can find a comprehensive guide to purchasing a microhood combination at the Microwave Range Hood Buying Guide.