Care and treatment of knives

Care, safty, sharpening

Good knives are an investment. Given the right treatment, they will last a lifetime. Knives bearing the Zwilling J.A. Henckels brand name are a joy to own for a long time. To look after them properly, please follow the guidelines detailed below.

Always remember that even stainless steel knives are never 100% rustproof. Therefore rinse off the acids (e.g. contained in fruit and vegetable juices, mustard, ketchup) from the blade immediately after use. If any stains appear, they can easily be removed with a standard metal cleaner.

1. Cleaning in the dishwasher

Knives with synthetic handles can be put into the dishwasher without reservation. But please bear in mind: the precision ground cutting edge may be damaged if it strikes against other cutlery, pots or pans. When loading the dishwasher make sure that the blades don´t touch other objects.

2. Cleaning by hand

For extra care knives should be cleaned by hand. After use it should simply be held under lukewarm running water and cleaned with a soft cloth. If necessary add a little washing-up liquid. Dry knives immediately afterwards from the back towards the cutting edge.

3. Please do not misuse

A knife is not a screwdriver or can opener. It is entirely unsuitable for these purposes. Misuse may damage the cutting edge.