We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When it comes to designing your kitchen, the decision of how to build in a microwave can be a tough one, especially if you want to avoid the ...

Think of all the valuable counter space you could save with a top-loading microwave drawer. Added bonus: Top access means you can check or stir food without removing the dish from the microwave.

Q: I’m remodeling my kitchen soon and noticed that most appliance manufacturers make a microwave drawer option. What is the benefit of a drawer versus a stand-alone microwave, and how do they work? A: ...

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