To keep your knives in top condition from betterkit's blog
To keep your knives in top condition, always wash and thoroughly dry them after use, especially if you have used them to cut acidic foods, such as lemon juice or vinegar, as these can discolor or even rust many knives.
Store knives in a knife block, if available. The same principle holds true for your cutting surface; use wood, plastic, or another soft surface rather than metal or hub motor ceramic whenever possible. There is a reason why many knife dividers are covered in cloth. Besides being dangerous, this can also damage the knives, as they hit against each other.Caring for your knives goes beyond an occasional sharpening. In fact, there are many steps you can take to keep them in good condition, although the knives will eventually become dull through use and require sharpening. Do not use kitchen knives to cut objects other than the ones they are intended to cut; do not use any knife to pry open jars or do related tasks.
Never use knives that have become dulled. Do not touch the blade of the knife with your fingers, because the oil can damage the blade over time. Whether you have a high quality knife investment or have purchased a set of discount kitchen knives, proper care and maintenance can often extend their life by several years. Blades may be cleaned with a scouring powder or mildly abrasive pad, but should never be scrubbed with steel wool. Use a soft, clean cloth to wipe the blade and handle. The best way to store a knife set really is in a wooden block; your knives will be easy to identify and use, and there is no risk of them damaging each other. If you dont have the counter space for a block, consider a knife block designed to fit inside one of your kitchen drawers or cabinets. Thoroughly dry your knives before storing them, especially in a high pressure cleaner knife block, because excess moisture can encourage mold growth. Keeping your knives free from nicks is important; although it is possible to sharpen such blemishes out of a knife blade, it requires removing much of the original blade; sharpening is best done when only a little metal needs to be removed. This carries the risk of breaking the tip of your knife, stressing the joints between the handle and blade, and otherwise damaging your knife. Not only is this a safety risk, as you have to press harder for the knife to cut, but your knives are not meant to be used when they are dull. Mineral oil can also be used on wooden knife handles, either kitchen use or collectible, to help them keep their luster. Clean each knife by hand as you are done using it.
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