What is a knife sharpener?

A knife sharpener, as the name suggests, is a tool used to maintain a kitchen knife. It removes fine debris and rough edges on the blade through fine grinding, making the curved edge line sharper.

Type of knife sharpener

There are many kinds of sharpener on the market, there are long and short, there are thick and thin. In general, the length of the home knife sharpener is best matched to the length of the kitchen knife, so as to ensure that each grinding can cover the entire blade line.

How can ceramic rod be cleaned

First, turn on the tap, as wide as possible, and flush the ceramic rod with clean water.

Then we take a cloth strip or an unused towel, wet the towel, and wipe the dirt on the ceramic rod.

If there is dirt that cannot be removed, we can add some washing powder, and then wipe with a damp cloth.

We can also use toothpaste when cleaning, put the toothpaste on the dirt, and then after a while with a damp cloth to wipe.

When cleaning, we can also use white vinegar, white vinegar can decompose part of the dirt, decontamination effect is also good.

If your ceramic rod is not particularly expensive, you can use a silk tennis ball to wipe the pot, the effect is very good, but it is easy to cause scratches on the ceramic rod.

Of course, you can also go to the supermarket to buy a bag of detergent powder to wipe ceramic rod, the effect is very good, but also with fragrance.

After wiping clean with the above method, first rinse with water, rinse the materials used, and then wipe clean with a dry towel, so that it is not easy to have dust.

The principle of the knife sharpener

The grinding area of the sharpening rod is usually composed of fine sandpaper, which removes the uneven part on the blade through friction with the blade, making the blade line smoother and sharper. The hand guard area is used to provide a stable feel, while the holding area ensures comfort.

How to use the knife sharpener

To use the sharpener, place the kitchen knife on the sanding area and gently move it back and forth until the blade is sharp. Pay attention to moderate strength to avoid excessive wear of the blade.

Do we need a sharpener?

For families who often use kitchen knives, the knife sharpener is undoubtedly a practical kitchen tool. It can effectively extend the service life of the kitchen knife and ensure the sharpness of the knife during cooking.

The advantages and disadvantages of the sharpening rod

High-quality sharpeners are usually made of high-quality sandpaper and materials, ensuring the durability of the grinding effect and the integrity of the blade. In the selection, you can pay attention to the brand reputation, material and user evaluation.

Clean the knife sharpener

After using the knife sharpener, it needs to be cleaned in time. You can wipe the knife sharpener with water and a towel, and then dry. This can prevent the surface accumulation of dust, oil, dirt, odor and so on.

Pay attention to storage

The correct storage method can extend the service life of the sharpening rod. The sharpener can be stored in the drawer where the knives are stored, away from direct sunlight and humidity. At the same time, avoid friction with other hard or sharp objects.