How to maintain sharp knives?

A good knife deserves respect. Hard steel is a sensitive material and therefore if not used properly it can not only lose its sharpness, but also get damaged. If, on the contrary, handled with care – it will stay sharp for a long time.

Here are a few simple but important rules:

1. Avoid contact with rigid surfaces, especially ceramics. Do not cut on plates or tabletop. Do not keep knives with metal plates and dishes.

2. Do put knives in the dishwasher.

3. Be careful while cutting certain food products. The knife can be damaged while slicing frozen meat or fish, chunky salt, bones or fruit stones.

4. Use high quality cutting boards – we recommend TPU (THERMOPLASTIC POLYURETHANE) or end grain cutting boards. It is important to note that cutting boards made from hard plastic or very rigid wood can dull the knife.

5. Keep your knives separate from other kitchen tools. A good solution could be using magnetic knife holders or knife blocks.

6. Wash and wipe off the knife after using it.

7. Do not use your knife as a substitute for a screwdriver, a bottle-opener or an axe.

Use these simple rules and your knife will serve you long and well!