Finding The Right Chef Knife Case for You

Knife Cases and Boxes

One of the most common and simple ways of storing your knives is through the use of knife cases and boxes. These storage items offer secure and robust ways in which to safely store your knives within the kitchen or during transportation. The benefits are as follows:

• Transport: knife cases and boxes often feature ergonomic carrying handles that allow you to transport knives to and from the kitchen, or during events outside of the kitchen such as conferences
• Security: such boxes and cases as those produced by Vogue feature a clasp fastening and padlock hole that helps to keep your kitchenware secure
• Versatility: most storage cases and boxes are able to carry a set of knives with various blade lengths
• Robust design: knife boxes are generally made from a durable and easy to clean plastic material that allows for an extended lifespan. Most cases will consist of a mixture of fabric materials, such as Teflon or leatherette, which are also durable and easy to clean, yet offer a premium aesthetic too

Article: Our article on The Law On Carrying Chef Knives outlines the legalities on transporting your knives.

Knife Wallets and Roll Bags

Knife wallets and roll bags offer a simple yet effective way in which to store and transport your knives. Wallets and roll bags provide compact transportation that boxes and cases can't, whilst still supplying protection for you knives. The key benefits of knife wallets and roll bags are:

• Material: roll bags and knife wallets will primarily be crafted from NDM leather, woven fabric and wipe clean nylon which are all lightweight and won't impact the quality or integrity of your knives. These materials are also ideal for keeping your knives sharp
• Functionality: most roll bags and wallets will feature multiple sections that allow you to store a variety of knives, sharpeners, whetstones and other accessories
• Size: roll bags excel in offering a space-saving construction due to the ability to store knives on close proximity to each other whilst keeping them separate. Wallets work similarly, but will normally offer a flat design which makes them easy to store within a drawer or cupboard
• Security: most roll bags and wallets will feature a clip, tie or zip fastening that allows you to transport knives securely

Knife Blocks

Knife blocks offer an effective way to store and protect your knife set. Knife blocks come in a wide range of sizes, materials and designs and provide organised storage for your knives. The primary benefits of knife blocks are as following:

• Material: the material of your knife block can have an impact on the lifespan of your knives. Wooden knife blocks are reasonably soft when compared to a knife's blade, so aid in keeping them sharp. Metal knife blocks are highly durable and easy to clean which helps to improve hygiene within your kitchen. Plastic tends to be the cheapest material when buying a knife block, but still offers a hygienic and robust construction that allows you to safely store your knife set
• Appearance: even though appearance may not be considered vital when storing knives, knife blocks can supply attractive additions to your kitchen with contemporary or classic designs
• Functionality: knife blocks will usually feature multiple fixed slots which are used to protect the blade whilst keeping the handle exposed - allowing for easy access to your knives. However some, such as the

  Vogue Wooden Universal knife block, feature holding area that is filled with thin, plastic rods that can be used to hold almost any knife without impacting integrity

Sterilising Cabinets

Reducing the risk of cross contamination is vital to any business within the hospitality industry. Cross contamination can cause serious injury or harm through the transfer of dangerous chemicals or bacteria. Sterilising cabinets not only supply a place in which to store your knives and knife sets, but use a powerful UV light to kill harmful bacteria and reduce the risk of illness. The main benefits are as follows:

• Simplicity: all that is usually required when using a knife sterilising container is to place the knives within the rack, and switch it on - it's that easy
• Killing bacteria: ultraviolet germicidal irradiation is the process of killing bacteria through the use of UV lighting which helps to reduce the risk of cross contamination
• Security: not only will sterlising cabinets kill bacteria on your knives, but they will also keep them secure from theft or loss. This is due to the fact that sterlising cabinets will usually be mounted to a wall and feature a locking mechanism
• Running costs: other knife sterilising machines will use heated water to kill bacteria, but this can be more expensive to run. By using a UV bulb, you are able to lower running costs whilst ensuring the best hygiene practice

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best case for large knives?

Storing and transporting knives can be difficult, but doing so with large knives poses its own issues. To store and transport large knives, we would recommend the use of a roll bag or large knife case which allows sufficient room and reduces the risk of damage.

Why is it important to protect my knives?

Chef knives are an investment, and like all investments, they are worth looking after. Knives can become damaged if stored and transported incorrectly which comes with costly replacement bills. This damage can also have an effect when it comes to your ability to cut - such as a blunt knife that makes food prep harder.

How else can I care for my knives?

There are many techniques that you can use to improve the lifespan of your knives. Our article on Caring for Your Chef knives provides an in-depth look into the ways that you can keep a sharp-eye on your kitchenware investments.