Stands for knives: varieties and selection rules

Kitchen knives should not be stored randomly, especially for those who love and know how to cook, use different types of this tool - for meat, cheese, slicing rolls and more. If a person in constant use has several different types of knives, then it is assumed that they should be sharpened sharply. Therefore, their storage in such a sharpened and unsafe for hands form should be carried out according to the rules.

It is especially dangerous to fold knives made of ceramics “because they cannot be sharpened in the generally accepted way, in most cases it will only be left out. How best to keep the knives so that they remain always sharp, we will consider in more detail.

The main reasons for organizing the storage of knives are several.

• The need to be within reach of knives during cooking. Whatever dish you cook, you cannot do without a knife. And if you need to constantly climb somewhere to get a knife, in a drawer or cabinet, this creates a lot of inconvenience to the person who cooks.
• Security Considerations. The cooking process is often chaotic, at the same time on two or three burners, the products are fried, boiled, one awkward movement is enough to cut or prick the knife. The task of the knife stand is to arrange it so that neither the person who cooks nor the casual person in the kitchen - a child or an adult - can get injured. If the family has children, do not store the knives within their reach, in a drawer so that no one accidentally grabs the blade.
• The ability to extend the life of the knives. Steel knives can become dull, while ceramic knives can get microcracks and chips that are invisible to the eye, if they lie anyhow.

For those who can’t decide what type of knife stand he needs, an excellent solution is universal stand holder. In this unit, several types of knives from different materials can be stored. In such supports there are special sheaths for metal blades, for the so-called "string" knives for cutting cheese. Sometimes in such supports there are compartments for ceramic blades. Often the compartment for steel knives is supplemented with a magnetic face on one side of the stand, penknives and a corkscrew “stick” there.

Wooden coasters - A classic option, found in two of the three kitchens. The material is ergonomic, environmentally friendly, compact, fits into any type of interior. In such coasters will accommodate a small number of knives - up to six pieces. It is convenient to store in them the most "running", working knives that are used most often, so they will be at hand. As a rule, their design is such that the plane is located at an angle, this makes it possible to conveniently pull them out and put them back.

But the tree has a significant drawback - to swell under the influence of falling drops of water. Accordingly, it causes damage to the blades. Another disadvantage of such coasters is the inability to carefully clean the holes in the coasters due to their narrowness. It is for this reason that bacteria can accumulate there. And also in such sets it is not visible where which instance is located, since they all have the same handles.

Magnetic Hanging Stands more modern, fashionable and original. They are metal strips containing powerful magnets that can support the weight of the heaviest knives. It is very convenient to use them, because in order for the knife to hold, it is enough just to attach it with a blade to the magnetic surface, fixing will happen automatically.

Each instance is clearly visible, so you can immediately take the right one. Since the contact of the blades is prevented on the magnetic wall holder, they do not deform. On such an original horizontal stand you can even store collectible items, especially since their design is very modern, and can even be part of the kitchen decor. The only drawback of this stand is that it cannot be used to store cutting objects with ceramic blades.

In a plastic or polypropylene stand ceramic knives are usually stored. To prevent their fragile blades from being injured, they should not be stored together with steel, as well as other devices. A separate stand is required; plastic is best. In such models, silicone dividers are most often used, since they do not harm ceramic blades.

Regarding filler coastersThese are the newest products on the market. Now they are rapidly gaining a leading position among organizers for storing cutting cutlery. This is an unusual device, so it deserves a more detailed consideration. Most often, black filler is a combination of graphite and rubber. Its device is as follows: a brush is installed in a plastic or wooden container. To create it, polymer material is used. Using it is very convenient, but it looks very original.

This stand has the following advantages:

• it is compact, for placement it requires an extremely small amount of space on the work surface;
• it is universal - you can install any type of knife in it, other cutting items - kitchen scissors, for example;
• it looks fashionable and stylish, it has a modern design, fits perfectly into any interior;
• it is convenient to use, you do not need to look for a place for each object, you can simply install it in any selected place of the "brush";
• it is easy to clean, periodically the "brush" can be removed and washed using conventional household chemicals.

Stands for cutting kitchen appliances often become the objects of interest of designers, because you can realize any idea - both funny and stylish. In addition, the design is constantly moving not only along the path of decoration, but also improving the consumer properties of the subject. For example, wooden racks are now made not only with deaf, but also with through holes. Often this design is combined with giving the stand an original shape - for example, a dart board. Through holes are more hygienic. And also racks began to be made not of wood, but of steel or plastic. Thus, it is possible to disassemble the structure and wash it manually or using a dishwasher.

Plastic coasters are interesting in that they can be completely transparent. From a short distance, it may seem that the knives are stuck in the air, although they are held firmly. The original design in the form of a person or a head of a superhero, as well as a magnetic holder in the form of a frame for photographs, you will not surprise anyone, since these are sold in any large center of dishes.

When choosing a stand for storing cutting objects, you need to proceed from considerations of expediency, paying attention to decorative properties. An important factor is how the item fits into the overall decor of the kitchen. Well and of course you need to proceed from what kind of knives you have: for ceramic you need one, and for metal you need another. Filler designs are also called brushstands. The porous structure of the “sponge” filler provides the blades with excellent ventilation, and the filler itself does not deteriorate from moisture. They can be stored in both stainless steel objects and blades made of high carbon. If you have a container made of wood or plywood, you can make a stand yourself. As a filler, not a sponge or brush is used, but barbecue skewers made of wood.

When choosing a stand in which knives will be stored, it is also necessary to take into account its dimensions and the presence of additional fasteners. If it will be used as a desktop unit or wall holder, you should pay attention to those instances in which various variations of fasteners are provided - for example, the ability to store folding units.

Of course, the value of the collection of knives in the house should be correlated with the cost of the stand for them. In other words, for cheap knives, you should not order an organizer from a famous designer, and vice versa. And also the stand should "fit" into the overall kitchen decor - both in color and in style. To demonstrate the knives from the collection (for example, hunting), you can purchase a plexiglass stand. There are models to demonstrate one instance and a platform for three to four knives.

See how to make a knife stand with your own hands in the next video.