Knife Holder

The location of your knife holder is an important decision you must make especially if you are planning to buy the type that is fixed on the wall. The first thing to consider is where do you usually do your cutting work. You need the knives to be close to you and within reach so you do not have to move around the kitchen when you need another knife to work with.

Not only should it be accessible to you while you work but it must also fit with the kitchens’ decor. You must also take into account the need to locate it away from your children’s reach. Just in case one of your kids is curious and likes playing with everything he has within his sight or reach.  They must be within reach but not in the way either that you may knock them down while moving by them.

You could hurt yourself or damage the knife if it accidentally falls on the floor. The number of knives you have is also something to deal with; you do not want your kitchen to look like a slaughter house either. The knife holder in your kitchen does not have to be on the wall, it may be in a drawer too or on top of the counter.

A knife holder must have enough room for all your knives to fit comfortably in it. There must also be enough room in between the handles so you can reach out and take it. If it is going to be on the counter or in a drawer, the blades must be protected and hidden to avoid accidents. The best material for your knife holder is wood; wood is soft and will take some punishment from the blades coming in and out of it. It is also light and easier to handle.

Some counter models have inside each slot a fine sharpening edge that will keep your knives sharp and ready for action. You knife is sharpened every time that it is pushed in or pulled out from the holder.  His is a great innovation which is always useful for everyone. There is nothing worse than trying to cut a piece of meat with a dull knife.

Knives require care too and they must be cleaned thoroughly every time you use them. Many times small pieces of food get stuck on the handle base while cutting and these should be removed to eliminate the possibility of infections and bacteria. If your knives are not properly cleaned these small pieces of food may end up inside your knife holder and contaminate it too. This applies especially for knife holders where the knives are placed in slots in the holder.

Knife holder hygiene is very important while working in a kitchen and the contamination of your knives can be dangerous to your health and that of your family. It is also a good idea to take the time every few weeks to boil your knives for at least ten minutes so they will be free of any dangerous bacteria and viruses.