How to Clean a Wooden Farberware Knife Stand

Knife blocks provide a convenient storage space for your knives.

Farberware wooden knife stands are a common site in kitchens, both domestic and commercial. They provide safety and convenience. You can put the Farberware wooden block on your counter so that your knives are always within arm's reach. The blocks are not normally lacquered inside and pulling the knives out will leave small lacerations, which provides plenty of places for bacteria to thrive. It's essential that you clean your knife block regularly and thoroughly. Does this Spark an idea?

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Warm water
Soap
Sponge
Hydrogen peroxide

Instructions

- 1
  
  Wash the knife block with warm water and soap. Use a sponge to clean the outside and pour soapy water into the knife slots.
- 2
  
  Pour hydrogen peroxide into the slots. Turn the block upside down and drain.
- 3
  
  Rinse the knife block thoroughly with clean water. Make sure you get all the peroxide and soap out of the slots. Turn it upside down on your counter to dry. Ensure that the block is completely dry before replacing the knives.

Tips & Warnings

You can substitute the peroxide with a diluted bleach solution or vinegar to kill bacteria.
Always clean knives before putting them in the block. Ensure that they are dry too.
Store your knife block away from your range. This will prevent dust, oil and debris from getting into the slots.
You can oil the outside of your knife block with wood oil to help it to keep its original condition and prevent cracking.