Horno Microondas, at your service!

Wednesday December 5, 2007 at 3:03 am | Filed under Home

Over the weekend my project was to install a microwave oven in the kitchen. We haven’t had a microwave since we moved here in March of ‘06. Some would wonder how we survived, others (I was surprised to learn) have NEVER OWNED one! Mind boggling, I know. But honestly Monique and I were getting by fine without one. The leftovers we did re-heat were done in the oven. Sure it took a bit longer but Monique knows what she’s doing and it always tasted great (for leftovers). It took our forthcoming critter to bring this appliance back into our lives.  being able to warm up stuff lickety split and cook quick meals will come in handy.  Frankly, I’m glad to have microwave popcorn again — after all, that’s that microwaves were made for!

The install was something I’ve done before, although all kitchens and all microwaves are different so…  I had to re-build a shelf after discovering that this one was too low, and also falling apart. That led to the problem that the doors would need to be replaced. Luckily we had some in the garage from a neighbor that had their kitchen re-done long ago (Thanks Pat!). You’ll notice in the 2nd photo that the doors not only don’t match, but they are also a bit crooked. I’m working on that, along with staining the shelf to match the rest of the wood. Just need to finish some general cleanup and I’ll be done with this one. But that didn’t stop me from enjoying a bag of corn before the job was 100% done.

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3 Responses to “Horno Microondas, at your service!”

  1. Bob and Lina Says:
    December 5th, 2007 at 3:38 pm

    Good Job Joe! You’re turning into a regular “mister fix it”……You MIGHT be able to get the doors to lighten up a little by sanding and then using a “clear” poly on them. Might be worth a try, especially if you have another door in the garage you aren’t using, to practice on. Ed would be sure to be able to help. Again, GOOD JOB!

  2. Don Says:
    December 8th, 2007 at 7:33 pm

    Looks good Joe! I am surprised your Father - In - Law didn’t make a trip donw there
    to help with the project!

    I don’t think they have anything else going on this time of the year.

    don

  3. Shana Says:
    December 9th, 2007 at 7:31 am

    It looks great. And it will be so convenient! I don’t use one too often, but it’s nice when you need it!

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