So much in advance

Solid knife blocks are made of wood and are stable on any work surface. Even normal knife blocks are extensively equipped. They usually get some knives and scissors. Also a whetstone and the sharpness of the knife to get is usually included. Good knives in a knife block should be cleanly processed. In addition, the material must be of high quality and resilient. The right knife lies well in the hand and remains sharp for a long time.

Why a knife block?

Every kitchen should have sufficiently sharp knives. So you can cook and prepare your food. Most of the time, however, knives are wrongly stored. If you store them in a drawer regardless, then it is possible that the knives will quickly lose sharpness. You should avoid this by storing your beloved knives in a knife block. These can be found in many versions at different prices. One can quickly be overwhelmed by the purchase, because the variety is immense.

With a knife block, however, it is not only important to clean the knives correctly, but also the block itself. We have now prepared some information for you. So you are guaranteed to find the right knife block for your kitchen.

General information

Knives have existed since time immemorial. Although the first knives were not even nearly comparable with today’s models, they were quite common. Knives are now indispensable in any kitchen. Laymen are satisfied with simple knives. Hobby chefs and professional chefs, however, attach great importance to high quality, especially with a good knife block. The knives mostly come from well-known suppliers and are not chosen arbitrarily.

Advantages of expensive knife blocks

• are durable
• high quality in the execution
• Weight distributionMesser is perfect

Disadvantages of expensive knife blocks

• dear
• are not suitable for the dishwasher
• you have to treat them gently

In addition to knife blocks with steel blades, there are now also good alternatives with a ceramic blade. These are burned very hard under great pressure and immense heat. Ceramic blades are long sharp and very light. Ceramic has proven to be anti-allergenic and is not susceptible to rust. However, there is also a big disadvantage here. If the knife falls down, the blade may break.

Knife blades made of damask are also popular today. These knives are mostly held in Japanese knife form and are mostly forged by hand. A typical feature of these knives is the grain, which is reminiscent of a tree stump.

The handle of a knife

Normally a handle for a knife consists of a knife block made of plastic or wood. But there are also all-steel knives. This means that the entire knife, including the handle, is forged in one piece. Plastic is easy to keep clean. Wooden handles are more in need of care. Nevertheless, they are favored by many buyers. They lie well in the hand and usually hold quite long. All steel, on the other hand, is rather cool. The most impressive feature here, however, is the total weight, which makes the knife easy to guide.

What’s the big deal?

Have you decided on a six-part knife set like the Zwilling Professional S knife block? Then you can expect a total of 5 knives and scissors in this set. You get a vegetable set, a chef’s knife, a narrow knife with a long blade, a filleting knife and a saw knife to cut bread.

How to find the right knife block?

Good is when you know your own preferences. You should know that a knife always fits well in the hand. It is also important that heavy knives are made of high-quality materials. You can always assume that. The knife handle should be non-slip and of course also fit well in the hand.

How much can it cost?

A good knife block doesn’t have to cost much. You can expect to receive a solid knife block between 50 and 100 euros, which will be a great help in your kitchen. One thing’s for sure. Your new model will certainly be used once you have decided to use it.

This is how you should treat your knife blocks

The sharper the blade, the more vulnerable it is. Never store the knives in the drawer. It also makes sense to keep the knives handy at all times. The good thing about open storage is that you can show off with it if you are proud of your new knife block.

Practical Tips

Horizontal inserts are safe and protect the knives from abrasion. Vertical inserts are practical because the knives can be turned around, so the blade does not rest on the ground. It is also practical if the slots are open at the bottom. Then any crumbs can fall out. However, it is impractical to put knives in the wrong groove. So you could scratch your worktop because the knife will then look out from below.

Knife blocks with bristle inserts are more than ingenious. You can store all your knives in it and easily expand your knife set as you like. Unfortunately there is the disadvantage that these bristles are not so easy to clean again. For cleaning, you must be creative and have a certain amount of patience. Therefore, weigh carefully whether you prefer this block to a normal one made of wood.

But maybe all this is not for you and you decide for a magnetic bar? Then you should know that you are also save space on the worktop. Ceramic knives, however, do not stop at these strips.

If you want to take your knife with you and have it everywhere, then a knife bag is suitable for you. You can store several knives neatly separated from each other in it. But keep in mind that it is cumbersome to open the bag everywhere. Usually the space is not sufficient because the bag needs a lot of space. Many people are also simply embarrassed and therefore they tend to pick up a normal knife from the drawer. Nevertheless, the bag is a good alternative to the usual knife block.

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Knives in a suitcase?

More than practical is a knife case from Wüsthof, the cooking case with magnetic base. He can also accompany you on your travels. Are you planning a holiday in a holiday home? Then take your own knives with you in your suitcase. Your knives are stored in this case and you can use them immediately after your arrival. The case is sturdy and robust and is guaranteed to accompany you for a long time.

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Now it’s a matter of finding a suitable underlay. You should not use a glass, metal or stone base. The base must be non-slip and should rest firmly on the surface. It is good if rubber feet or an anti-slip coating are present. Wood has proven to be the best variant. It keeps the knife sharp longer. In addition, it is antibacterial. Then there are the plastic documents.

Briefly on cleaning and care

Chef’s knives from the knife block should always be cleaned immediately after use. It is a good idea to wipe them with a damp cloth. You go from the tip over the back of the blade to the cutting edge. Then take one Wipe the knife dry with a dishtowel. Knives that lose sharpness quickly may have been treated incorrectly. Acidic foods or abrasive and corrosive cleaning agents impair the sharpness of the blades. Do not use detergent, water that is too hot or salt when cleaning.

Even wooden handles only need to be wiped briefly with a damp cloth. You shouldn’t leave a knife like that in the sink. It’s fatal for the wood.

The knife block itself should be cleaned from time to time with a good detergent and water. Do not use harsh chemicals. Even scratching sponges are nothing for cleaning your knife block. The block should air dry after cleaning. Remove crumbs from the inserts from time to time.

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Sharpening

Unfortunately, this is exactly the wrong process for most people. It is always advisable to have the knives sharpened by a professional. So you can enjoy it much longer. This of course applies especially to knives made of ceramic.

With good knives, it is sufficient to have them sharpened every two years.

What else did we have to say?

Please remember that knives in a knife block are always sharp. Therefore, always keep the knife block away from children and make sure that it is always used correctly. This way you can avoid injuries.

Conclusion on knife blocks

Knife blocks are practical and belong in every good kitchen. You will be able to process a lot with it. Be sure to choose a knife block that meets your requirements. Very good are knife blocks from Zwilling. They can opt for knife blocks in the mid-price segment and will not regret it. The only important thing is that you get everything you need with your new knife block and that the set is correct. can use. The knife block is practical and can be cleaned quickly and easily. We have also shown you alternatives that you are welcome to consider.

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