Microwave wall mounts are available in a variety of different colors and materials. Aim for a material that matches the look of your kitchen, but that won't easily degrade or discolor. Note that microwaves can let out steam, and metals and similar materials can easily rust if exposed to water or steam. In addition, materials such as bare wood may be prone to rotting or discoloration, so consider whether it's appropriate to use these around your microwave.



You may need to also consider placing your microwave wall mount near a kitchen fan. This is to ensure that steam or liquid coming out of the microwave doesn't collect around the microwave and cause damage. Try to ensure that there is adequate ventilation around the microwave for this purpose.



If you plan to remove a microwave wall mount for whatever reason, bear in mind that you may need to patch up any holes or marks left in a wall or left in tiling. While walls are easy enough to patch up, repairing tiles can be significantly more difficult. If your microwave is set into tiles, consider whether you need to remove the wall brackets, or whether you can simply put something else in the place of the microwave. This can help you avoid having to fill in tiles or re-tile your kitchen.

Microwave wall mounts are a great idea for saving space and for creating extra room in your kitchen. They can also help improve the ventilation of your microwave depending on where it's placed. However, when installing microwave wall mounts, bear in mind the location where it will be placed, as well as the materials you will need to drill into.