Kitchen with microwave above stove

Is a range hood better than a microwave for kitchen ventilation? We'll break down the pros and cons of each!

Leslie Rodgers on Instagram: "POV: You don’t need a microwave above your stove. In early December when I shared how we updated our 2000’s kitchen on a budget, the item that had interested everyone and what I received the most questions about was the removal of the microwave. So the microwave removal gets its own reel. ❤️ We are a family of six and and all of us are capable in the kitchen. Having the microwave above the stove was a hindrance to anyone using the stove. Either we were…

Nicci Pucci | Interior Design & Real Estate on Instagram: "Here’s the deal… you can have a microwave anywhere except over the range. I’m showing you step by step how I’m renovating this kitchen for less than $10k. Let’s go! 1. Remove ugly trim 2. Remove old backsplash 3. Remove power outlets to replace with wire mold power strip 4. Remove microwave 5. Don’t put microwave back up over the range 6. Put microwave anywhere else 7. Add boxes and lacquer the old cabinet bases Follow to see the…

If you're debating whether or not to mount your microwave, check out the pros and cons of installing over-the-range microwaves.

Is an over the range microwave different than other microwaves? Is your kitchen ready for one? We’ll cover everything you need to know including sizing, features, price points, installation pitfalls, programs, and the best models available to buy today. The over the range microwave is designed to be tucked away neatly above your stove. It often comes with a built-in ventilation system that clears the air as you cook. It is a superhero that saves valuable space on your kitchen countertops and…

When it comes to appliances in your kitchen, there's one you use often but want to hide away the most. Of course, I am talking about your microwave! If you don't like how ordinary microwaves

Have you seen my built-in microwave reel on Instagram? It's been viewed one million times and a lot of people loved it, but even more people hated it! Well, that's my "hidden" microwave in the above photo. On the inside of the kitchen island, you can't see it upon entering the room, and it's not

Another simple (but unique) feature of the 63 Mackenzie house is the microwave within the kitchen island. Benefits: 1) A microwave in a kitchen island can allow you to add an exhaust fan above your cooking stove. 2) You can save some space on counter tops or on top of islands if your microwave is inside the island. 3) It will ensure that your upper cabinet design looks sleek and has a sense of uniformity to it.

Browse through our stunning kitchen gallery photos showcasing the beautiful results delivered by Carole Kitchen & Bath Design design photos. Get inspired for your own kitchen remodel project.

What to do when the only place for that microwave is over the stove? Add a cute custom vent hood like we did in our client's kitchen update.