Butshouldyou store a microwave on top of the fridge?
While storing your microwave on top of therefrigeratormay seem convenient, most microwave manuals advise against it.
From efficiency to aesthetics, there are many reasons to avoid keeping your microwave on top of the fridge.
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“I wouldn’t say that it would start a fire, but it’s certainly not safe.”
In fact, refrigerators often require their own dedicated circuit, because they can draw up to 20 amps.
Similarly, full-size microwaves often use 15 amps.
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By placing your microwave on top of the refrigerator, you prevent adequate air circulation.
This forces your fridge’s compressor work harder and may even cause the refrigerator to overheat.
In the short-term, this can increase your electricity costs each month.
In the long-term, it will likely shorten the lifespan of your refrigerator.
Additionally, storing the microwave on top of your fridge may present a safety hazard.
Not to mention, the microwave itself could topple over if you’re not careful.
However, there are some alternatives.
However, there are several items you definitely shouldn’t keep on top of your fridge.
