Choosing a dishwasher as a home assistant, buyers often ignore such an important characteristic of it as the volume of work. This is not surprising, because the quality of equipment is usually evaluated using completely different criteria, such as the device’s energy efficiency, selection of programs, brand awareness, cost, and the availability of additional options. And such an indicator as the noise of the dishwasher that it emits during operation is pushed into the background. In the article we will explain why, when choosing the overall equipment, it is important to consider this parameter of its functioning and which PMMs are the most silent.
Dishwasher noise level
A dishwasher is often chosen not for 1-2 years, but for at least 5 years. And if now, for example, the noise parameter does not really matter to you, then in the long run everything can change. The appearance of young children in the house or older people, redevelopment of the premises in the kitchen-studio will sharply raise the question of reducing the sound accompaniment of the equipment. But will you have the opportunity to do this? Isn’t it better to take a more responsible approach to choosing a car so that in the future you do not encounter a similar situation?
Therefore, before buying an attractive model, the first thing to do is to study its characteristics in the technical passport. Pay attention to the noise figure of the device, which is measured in decibels.
The norm for PMM is up to 60 dB. But this does not mean that such a technique works quietly, although it does not exceed the threshold of permissible values. Most modern washing machines are “noisy” in the range from 38 to 50 dB. The fewer decibels, the quieter the device works.
To make it easier to navigate the values, compare the level of comfortable and uncomfortable noise in decibels with sounds familiar to the human ear. See the examples below for examples:
The “sound” of the dishwasher also depends on the type of installation. Fully built-in models are much quieter, as they are completely hidden behind the furniture facade, which reduces their decibels. Partially recessed may sound even louder than specified by the manufacturer in the technical data sheet. Indeed, during the wash cycle, they can transmit vibration to the panels of the kitchen set.
How to reduce PMM noise?
To technically reduce the noise of the machine, the developers do the following:
- carefully select structural materials;
- use a softened suspension for the motor;
- introduce all kinds of vibration dampers;
- monitor the quality of the insulation of the case.
Here we also recall the inverter motor, which is considered the most efficient and quiet. But if available, the cost of the machine will be much higher.
If your home helper is not quiet, you can reduce the decibels yourself. For example, sheathe the case with soundproofing material, and put rubber pads under the legs.
Silent dishwashers can be found both among full-size models, and among narrow ones. But among the compact desktop PMM quiet can not be found. In addition, some “quiet” models are more economical in energy consumption than their high-profile “colleagues”.
The most silent PMM review
In general, the dishwasher is a rather "loud" household appliance. But manufacturers are actively working on this problem, and many have already managed to reduce the noise level of their devices to a comfortable hearing volume.
The top 3 most silent washing machines, which also have good functionality, are as follows:
Electrolux ESL 97845 RA
Fully integrated premium model. Capacity - 13 place settings. The number of programs - 7. Energy efficiency class A +++. The noise level is only 39 dB, thanks to just the same inverter motor and high-quality sound insulation.
Smeg STA6539L3
Built-in dishwasher, standard sizes. Holds 13 sets. Equipped with the option EnerSave: A +++, which indicates high energy efficiency. It has 5 standard washing programs and 5 additional Quick Time, with reduced cycle times for different types of dishes. Noisiness of work -no more than 39 dB. Useful options: “beam on the floor”, automatic door opening after the end of the program.
Bosch Serie 6 SPS66XW11R
A freestanding narrow dishwasher with a width of 45 cm. The maximum number of sets to load is 10. Thanks to the brushless, energy-saving EcoSilence Drive motor, the level of noise it emits does not exceed 43 dB. For a narrow freestanding car this is a very good indicator. Features of the model: “Night washing”, interior lighting of the loading chamber, the “Enhanced Hygiene” function.
Summing up, we note that quiet dishwashers are not uncommon and they are found under different brands. Therefore, if you need a silent washing machine from a particular manufacturer, then there will be no problems when choosing. Another thing is that the prices of such models are much higher, although quite justified. After all, you always have to pay extra for comfort.