Microwave cabinet depth. Microwave width height depth and interior space or capacityfirst line for each type of microwave is imperial measurementsstandard dimensions of a microwave in inches and capacity in cubic feetsecond line is sizes in metric systemmicrowave dimensions in centimeters and capacity in liters. We had to adjust the height and depth of the cabinet then hang it next to the pantry with a new door. So its a toss up. Over the range microwave oven with 1000 cooking watts 10 power levels four speed 400 cfm venting system 2 stage programmable cooking sensor cooking simple clean filter eco mode chrome rack and ceramic enamel interior.
Countertop microwave oven with 800 watts sensor cooking controls defrost by weight or time turntable controls child lock and optional built inhanging kits 30 reviews limited quantities available. Wall cabinet width wall cabinet widths run from 9 to 48 inches in 3 inch increments though it is rare to install cabinets wider than 36 inches. If you need the countertop or upper cabinet space you appreciate the safer handling and you can afford the cost installing a microwave drawer may be a good call. The standard depth of wall cabinets is 12 inches which limits the front to back size of an oven.
That way the infrequently used microwave can be hidden away most of the time and when its needed we can open the door and zap our food while allowing the appliance to vent more on that in a moment. Most microwaves intended for installation above a stove are 15 to 16 inches deep. Four parameters were analyzed. Above microwave ovens a 15 to 18 inch deep cabinet is common and above a refrigerator a 24 inch deep cabinet is standard.
Most microwave drawers do not provide a comfortable depth for larger casseroles and food items. The standard depth of pantry cabinets is 24 inches which allows for recessing of the oven or microwave next to the pantry so that the facing of the appliances is flush to the cabinet doors. The smaller the cabinet depth the more difficult it will be to keep the microwave from sticking out.