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Wall oven under countertop?

8 years ago

I'd like to get rid of my oven/MW tower. Has anyone installed an oven under the countertop? We have a downdraft cooktop.

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User
8 years ago
Sure. But it eliminates the whole point of having a separate wall oven. The ergonomics favor taking heavy things out of a waist high container rather than having to bend over and bend your knees to do it.

You might as well be much cheaper on your appliances and just do a range with a proper vent.
Diane
8 years ago
My neighbor has hers installed under the counter with a cooktop and makes no sense. When they both went out it cost her more than a good stove to replace.
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Edmond Kitchen & Bath LLC
8 years ago
Ditto Sophie. The NKBA recommends wall ovens and cooktops over ranges for ease of use...even more so if you have a bad back! But to answer your question - read the installation specs for your selected oven. Most can be mounted there - so want more ventilation above.

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