Looking for eye-catching knife storage? You've got options - and one of them is this Fiesta cutlery set and matching knife block. [via the New York Times; thanks to Emily Berk of Armadillo Associates for the pointer]
Another option would be a custom knife block from Jay Fisher. Update on May 22, 2021: I'm no longer finding this knife block.
If you prefer a magnetic knife rack to a knife block, the Epicurean magnetic knife holder is a nice-looking option. Update on May 22, 2021: I'm no longer finding this specific product, but Epicurean does have another magnetic knife holder.
And then there are the in-drawer options. Here is one common type of knife tray, from JK Adams. Update on May 22, 2021: JK Adams doesn't seem to make these any more.
But sometimes you'll find this other kind of insert. Update on June 18, 2011: The site where I found this insert seem to have disappeared.
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4 comments:
The question of "what's the best way to store my knives?" comes up whenever I teach my kitchen organizing class, and I never have an answer that I like. The magnets are easiest access, but can be a problem for pet/kid safety (how are they in earthquakes?), and feng shui says they're an absolute no-no. I've been told that the blocks dull the knives (and they take up counter space, except for that nifty under-cabinet one you showed us!), but they're probably great for ADD-style folks (as are the magnets) -- no drawers to conceal things. My personal preference is for the narrower version of the drawer organizer -- hadn't seen that one before. So, as always, thanks for doing the research and sharing the results!
I store my knives upside down in the knife block. This way the blade rarely touches the wood and isn't blunted.
The only problem is when you buy a new knife and it doesn't fit your existing block. I can see some of those drawer inserts having the same issue.
Claire and SueBK, you raise some good points. I'm going to address them in another blog post, so I make sure everyone sees the answers!
Claire and SueBK, I've addressed some of the points you raised in this additional blog post.
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