How to Make a Blender Quieter

Blenders make much noise, but they have a good reason to be that way. Even the most popular blenders are prone to making too much noise. Every time you turn on your blender, the powerful motors spin and tear through all the food or liquid that’s in the blender jar. That said, if there are times when your blender sounds especially loud, there may be an issue. You shouldn’t have to miss your morning smoothies because you don’t want to wake the neighbors’ baby. If you want a quiet blender and a more peaceful home, read our guide on how to make a blender quieter.

Why is My Blender so Loud?

Some loud blender problems require a simple fix, while others could signify a more serious issue, like the need to repair your blender’s motor. In addition, some foods, like frozen ingredients and nuts, make much more noise than liquids or sauces as the blender motor spins them. So, your ideal solution might be a new silent blender. But, regardless of the cause, you have an option or two for noise reduction.

Set Your Blender on a Softer Surface

The kitchen countertop might seem like the perfect place to set your typical blender, but that might increase your blender noise level. So instead, place a rubber mat or dish towel between your blender base and the counter. The soft towel or rubber mat material can soften any rumbling from your powerful blender while blending smoothies or other ingredients. Shipping foam is also an acceptable option.

Give Your Blender Some Room to Work

If you’re blending dense ingredients near a wall or other appliance, try moving it to an open space. Your powerful blender might be rattling against other objects in your kitchen, resulting in a loud blender. Give it some room to work so you can reduce blender noise to manageable levels.

Soundproof Your Blender

Give your powerful blender some soundproofing. There are expensive options like a plastic soundproof enclosure box or a new, airtight container to make your blender quiet. To see how an enclosure stacks up to a blender with a built-in shield, we have a comparison of the Jamba Quiet Shield blender vs the Hamilton Quiet Shield. That said, you could also wrap your current blender in a soft towel. This won’t be as good as a product to reduce blender noise, but it is free.

Use Your Manufacturer Warranty

Suppose your blender is within the warranty period, and our previous tips haven’t helped with reducing blender noise. In that case, you should get in contact with your blender manufacturer. They can help determine if your issue is a product defect. Your blender manufacturer can help you, but you may need your original receipt to institute a warranty claim.

Find a New Quieter Blender

If you’ve tried all of our other tips, and your warranty doesn’t cover the problem, it might be time to look for a new blender. While some expensive blenders specialize in blender noise reduction features, you may not have to go that route. There are smoothie makers and personal blender brands that might meet your needs and lower blender sound levels. However, cheap blenders are notorious for rattling while blending ingredients, so you should look for at least a mid-range model. Unfortunately, noise is not the only issue blenders have. Sometimes, you have to deal with dull blades. This is where knowing how to sharpen blender blades comes in handy. And the good news is that it is something you can do yourself. However, if you are in the market for a new blender and love smoothies, the Breville BBl620 Fresh & Furious blender could be a great choice, as the blades are curved to help with making lump-free smoothies.

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