I decided to built a cabinet and place my microwave inside it. I threw out my manual and was wondering if you can have a microwave in an enclosed fitted space.
2007-01-07 06:37:41 · 7 answers · asked by eded99 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
I would normally say yes. However there are built in microwaves which obviously would be closed in, but they are obviously designed for that.
2007-01-07 06:48:22 · answer #1 · answered by Michelle 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There should be some venting space, even 1/2 inch on two sides at least.
The feet of the microwave supply some space on the bottom, but you really should have a little on top at least, too.
2007-01-07 06:42:24 · answer #2 · answered by flywho 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it needs room to vent out the air, depending on where the vents are on your microwave, usually the bottom and on one side. I would leave a little extra room for that.
2007-01-07 06:48:10 · answer #3 · answered by Miss J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes they do need space to vent but not a large amount. depending on your model, you probably have venting on the bottom, back, and or side. Give each about 1 inch to let the air circulate and you should be ok.
2007-01-07 06:56:27 · answer #4 · answered by justwondering 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can, but as with all appliances that give off heat, ventilation is a good idea.
2007-01-07 06:56:58 · answer #5 · answered by mst57 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it does
2007-01-07 06:40:30 · answer #6 · answered by Pebbles 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no
2007-01-07 06:42:17 · answer #7 · answered by malika aka lil diamond 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋