When it comes to cleaning the kitchen, everyone knows the best way to clean countertops, sinks, ovens, and kitchen cabinets. Most people even know the best way to clean a garbage disposal and how often to mop the floor to ensure it's germ-free, but there is one kitchen item lurking that probably isn't getting cleaned as regularly as it should despite playing a pivotal role in most homes.
Wooden knife blocks are common organizers in kitchens, but how often have you thought about cleaning the one you likely reach toward each day? Most people have likely never even considered it.
Thankfully, knife blocks are very easy to clean. Rada Cutlery, a brand that manufactures cutlery in the United States, states that wooden knife blocks can be cleaned in three simple steps.
Tips For Keeping Your Knife Block Clean
It's important to make sure knives are washed and dried before replacing them into the knife block.
"Since letting knives air dry is bad for the knives too, always dry them immediately after washing," the Rada Cutlery website states. "Putting them back in even a little wet could cause mold and bacteria to grow inside your knife block."
