How do you properly care for a knife?
In everyday use, knives are often safely put in the dishwasher or used for things for which they were not originally intended. So that you a Knife from Solingen will last a long time and you can benefit from the high quality of the blades for years, we provide you with one here Care instructions for knives to disposal. Since knives are made of different materials, they should always be looked after individually. If you are unsure or have any questions, please contact us Knife sales Rottner please contact personally. Here you will find an overview of how the robust blades can best be cleaned and maintained.
Maintain stainless steel knives
How do I properly care for stainless knives? Often people are of the opinion that all stainless knives can be cleaned in the dishwasher. Unfortunately, this is only true to a limited extent and for very special knives that are specially labeled as dishwasher-safe. Most blades marked as “rustproof” are very rust-resistant, but they can still get rust stains at some point if they are frequently washed in the dishwasher. At the same time, the high temperatures and the salt in the dishwasher can quickly dull the knives. We therefore recommend that you always clean a knife by hand!
As a rule, it is sufficient for stainless steel Solingen knives from wiping the blade with a damp cloth. This means that the knife is not in contact with moisture for too long, but it can be easily cleaned with a soft cloth. It is then not necessary to oil the blade. A damp wipe, for example to remove leftover food, is sufficient. However, this should be done immediately after use so that no bacteria can develop on the blade.
In addition, knives should not be in the cutlery drawer, as they can quickly become blunted by friction with other cutlery. kitchenknife how Chef's knife or Bread knife should therefore be kept in a knife block.
Do not care for stainless knives
Knife that out not stainless steel should not be cleaned thoroughly after each use. For example, if you want to remove leftover food, warm water is sufficient. The blade must then be dried thoroughly with a soft cloth so that no water residue remains.
To ensure that the blades stay beautiful for a long time, it is advisable to coat them with a gentle oil after cleaning. Here should be a oil that the blade does not stick and does not attack the surface of the knife. Commercially available cooking oil should not be used because of its easy coagulability!
Maintain knife handles
Is a Solingen knife Equipped with a wooden handle, it makes sense to grease it regularly so that the wood does not become brittle or dull. To do this, it is sufficient to apply a thin layer of the handle about once a quarter Vegetable oil rub in. As a result, the good feel is retained and the knife, including the handle, becomes more durable.
The special care of carbon steel
Carbon steel knife can discolour over time without being stains of rust. This is the so-called “patina”, an age-related discoloration of the blade. This discoloration is not bad. Those who are bothered by the patina can have such discolorations WienerKalk or Scouring milk lighten. A coarse sponge can be used for this.
