Why You Should NEVER Buy Over-The-Range Microwaves!

Download our FREE Ventilation Buying Guide: https://blog.yaleappliance.com/free-v... --------- Why You Should NEVER Buy Over-The-Range Microwaves! Over-the-range microwaves may seem like a convenient solution, but they often fall short when it comes to proper kitchen ventilation. In this video, we explain why these microwaves struggle to keep up with today’s more powerful stoves and the impact that has on your cooking environment. We cover: 🔥 How modern burners produce nearly double the heat and smoke compared to the past 📏 Why the shallow design of over-the-range microwaves leaves front burners unventilated 🌬️ The limited fan power (typically 300–400 CFM) and why it’s not enough 🏠 Why these microwaves remain popular for their space-saving design and lower cost ✅ The three key factors to proper ventilation: hood depth, adequate CFM, and correct ducting By understanding these points, you’ll see why over-the-range microwaves often don’t work as intended and what to consider instead to keep your kitchen clean, safe, and free from lingering odors. --------- Interested in learning more? Learning Center: Visit our Learning Center, home to all our most popular videos, articles, and buying guides about all things in the appliance world. https://blog.yaleappliance.com/resour... Yale Appliance: Browse hundreds of in-stock products from the most popular appliance brands. https://www.yaleappliance.com/ If you liked this video, just forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE. Thanks for watching! --------- Chapters 0:00 Why You Should NEVER Buy Over-The-Range Microwaves! 0:24 Why They Don't Work 1:15 Why They're Popular 1:54 How To Vent Properly