Microwave Drawers at Abt
Whether you're renovating your kitchen or simply upgrading your appliances, a microwave drawer is a modern way to take your cooking to new levels. Microwaves are one of the most user-friendly appliances, as they're compact, easy to clean can warm food fast. Microwave drawers, specifically, are ideal for those who wish to preserve their countertop space for food prep and other gadgets. These models give you amazing flexibility with your kitchen layout as they are installed at waist level or below, typically under a wall oven, in your kitchen island or even underneath wall cabinets, similar to built-in microwaves. The doors of these models extend down with either a handle or a press button, allowing the rotating tray to slide out before you. This gives you unlimited access to your food and makes loading and unloading your microwave easier than ever. You can also ensure your dish cooks evenly by opening your microwave drawer mid-heating session to stir, the position of your appliance giving you a birds-eye view of your food. Even the little ones in your household can learn how to cook simple snacks and meals as they can reach into this appliance without struggling or spilling. You may be considering choosing a toaster oven over a microwave drawer, with the designs and functions being so similar; explore our toaster ovens vs. microwaves article to dissect the differences before making your purchase.
Microwave Drawer Features
While all microwaves serve the same purpose, there are still a variety of control panel settings to choose from when purchasing your microwave drawer. Most models have an auto-cook menu that provides serving sizes and pre-programmed dishes, so your food is never cold or burnt. Several microwaves also have quick minute, defrost and express cook buttons to thaw and warm in increments. If you don't have time for a grocery store run and you're relying on leftovers, a reheat feature is the perfect way to refresh old meals. Every microwave drawer offered at Abt will also have a different height, width and cooking power, ranging from 850-1099 watts, which affects how fast your food heats up. You can even take into account the decor style of your kitchen, as our microwave models come in a variety of modern black and stainless steel designs. Try matching it to your other appliances for a truly polished look. While the exterior appearance of your microwave is important, so is the interior appearance; review our guide to cleaning microwaves for tips on keeping it spotless. For easier placement, we suggest models that include a trim kit, as you can use it to help house your microwave drawer in your lower cabinetry. If you need assistance with this process, we offer appliance installation services to all local customers.
For guidance on picking the perfect spot in your kitchen for installation, you can speak to a member of our team at 800-860-3577. As there are so many microwave options, we know choosing the right one for your lifestyle can be tricky. To learn more about all of your cooking appliance options, check out our microwave buying guide.
