Remove a Built in Microwave
Removing a built-in microwave is oddly satisfying. It’s a small act of defiance against the tyranny of built-in appliances. You regain agency over your kitchen. Suddenly, that empty space becomes a canvas for a plant, a butcher block, or a vintage radio from your thrift-store adventures.
And here’s the reflection that sticks: life is full of things we thought we needed—built-in microwaves, constant notifications, three different white wines in the fridge. But sometimes, removal is the most generous act of self-care. You clear the physical clutter, and in doing so, you invite a little more space for what actually matters: a quiet morning coffee, a countertop you can actually use, and the quiet thrill of knowing you did it yourself.
So go ahead. Unplug, unscrew, and liberate your kitchen. The microwave will find a new life in a basement or on Facebook Marketplace. And you? You’ll be standing in a brighter, calmer room, wondering why you waited so long.