Next position the mounting plate so it s level with the bottom of the cabinet and drill holes over the studs and a hole for the power cord.
How do i mount a microwave on the wall.
If you re planning to set up a microwave in a family room or bonus room that doesn t have upper cabinets consider mounting it on a wall.
If the microwave is too high reaching and seeing in will be difficult for many users.
Microwave and hood fan combos do double duty to save space in a compact kitchen.
And while many bloggers will advise you to install a microwave in your kitchen cabinets we strongly advise against it.
If installed into a cabinet these vents will be blocked and unable to release steam from the microwave.
A wire rack holder or even a towel.
It also replaces a sculptural range hood for a somewhat less elegant look and typically is not as effective at venting.
A microwave oven designed exclusively for a kitchen countertop has vents that are built into the back of microwave.
Moving a counter top microwave oven to a mount in your kitchen frees counter space giving you more room for kitchen work.
Step 5 plug the microwave in and use the zip tie to secure any extra cord.
Mounting a microwave oven without a cabinet above.
Re install the microwave into the bracket per manufacturer instructions.