I love my Sharp MW Drawer. With my old microwave, having to lift hot food out and bring it down to stir, was always a little scary. The older I get I think it's going to get even harder. I really haven't noticed opening and closing the drawer to be bothersome. Although it is nice not hearing the kids slamming the door closed. lol
Also, I love that it is hidden in the island and not a visual distraction within my upper cabinets. Good luck
In my picture, you'll see the drawers sticking out at the bottom, those are my toe kick drawers which would have been just empty space.
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