A blender or food processor makes noise, that’s just the way it is. There are moving parts, and a lot of force is involved. But what if your blender makes more noise than it should? Fortunately, you can often solve that yourself. Here’s how.
**In this article you will read: **
- Why your blender makes such a noise
- That it makes sense
- That you can (maybe) do something about it
Why is my blender making noise?
A blender’s blades typically spin at around 20,000 rpm – almost ten times faster than your car’s wheels when you’re cruising along. No wonder there’s a bit of noise involved.
Older blenders tend to make more noise than new ones, and the longer you have your blender, the more noise it will make as the parts get old. There is not much you can do about that, other than buy a new blender.
Silent blenders
There are more and more silent blenders on the market, although they will always make noise. Generally speaking, the more powerful the model, the higher the noise production. So think carefully about whether you really need the most powerful blender, or whether you can get by with a simpler – and quieter! – model.
Manufacturers are also doing more and more to keep the noise down, for example, a noise reduction system and a smart shape of the blades and the glass jug. Newer is not always better, but in this case, it often is.
Resonance
One of the main reasons for a loud blender is the resonance in the rest of your kitchen. Try lifting your blender while blending: you will hear a lot less. This is because the sound resonates in the kitchen counter, or even in the walls where the blender is located.
So make sure that the blender is as free as possible, not against the wall and not near it. You can also temporarily place a towel or tea towel under the blender to prevent the drone, although you must ensure that the appliance remains level.
Many blenders and food processors have suction cups, so they stay in place but don’t come into direct contact with the countertop. That also saves a sip on a smoothie!
Conclusion
Your blender is going to make noise, there’s not much you can do about it. You can keep it under control by making sure the blender is level and that all parts are clean. Don’t put it against or near the wall, and if necessary, put it on a towel or tea towel to prevent the worst vibrations. And if not, you can always look for a new, quiet blender.
