The two main rules to follow are these: never place objects on top of the microwave that block its ventilation, and never place objects or products on top that could overheat and be damaged, or that are made of combustible materials (the appliance also generates heat externally). These categories include small appliances and heavy utensils, which would block the ventilation on top of the microwave; products such as books, cloths, medicines, paper, and anything else that could be easily flammable; particularly delicate objects such as those made of thin glass, which could crack from the heat; and any foods that could be affected by excessive heat, especially bread and baked goods, eggs, and fresh foods such as fruit and vegetables.
What can you place above the microwave without running any particular risks and without overloading the appliance? The best solution, in this case, is to exploit the space above the microwave using specific organizer shelves, designed to optimize the space around and above the appliance without compromising functionality and safety. Since these are a sort of raised shelf (usually with extendable legs), and therefore not in direct contact with the microwave, you can use them to store practically anything, precisely because the shelf is not in direct contact with the wall of the appliance, thus avoiding the risk of damaging items.
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