Browse Forums Kitchen Corner 1 Feb 14, 2011 9:49 am I have an open cabinet space for a microwave (has a pull down door for when not in use, although it usually stays up as we forget to put it down). Sharp product info says 52cm wide microwave needs 72cm wide cabinet, but same microwave in trim kit only needs 54-58 cm wide cabinet (mine is 60cm by 40cm). So...why does putting something on the front (trim kit) ventilate the microwave MORE, shouldn't it reduce ventilation? Can anyone enlighten me please (sharp customer service can't)? c Re: New microwave - in open cabinet space or trim kit? 4Feb 16, 2011 10:39 am I wonder if it might be because a 'built in ' space has venting at the back often (our 'open' space does). Therefore you need less surrounding space as the vent will allow heat to rise up behind cabinets...hmm Cupcake.girl This really depends on your local council. Each one has different definitions and ways to calculate contributions. This is called a contribution… 1 3590 7 3013 Hello! We have a very large open plan living room and wanted to get layout options, and furnishing ideas for this space. Currently there is only a… 0 9335 |