If you notice that your knives no longer cut as well as before, this is not a reason to replace them with new ones. Most likely, they are just a little dull and you can restore their sharpness in half a minute without leaving the kitchen.
You will need an old ceramic plate that has been sitting idle in the cabinet for a long time.
First, turn the plate upside down. The bottom of such dishes is usually slightly rough, and it is this that will work as a sharpener.
Take the knife and press the blade against the bottom at a slight angle. Smoothly move it from base to tip 10-15 times. Then repeat the same on the other side of the blade.
After this, wipe the knife with a clean cloth and check how it cuts a cucumber or a sheet of paper. You will be surprised how easily he now copes with the task.
The fact is that the rough surface of ceramics gently polishes the metal and removes microchips. This is not a replacement for professional sharpening, but is a great way to maintain your sharpness in between.
Repeat this procedure every two to three weeks and your knives will always be ready for use.
It is important to use a ceramic plate. Porcelain, glass or plastic will not work as their bottom is too smooth.
To keep knives sharp longer, cut only on a wooden or plastic board and store them separately, not together with other cutlery in a drawer.
Question and answer:
Is it possible to sharpen knives with a plate?
Yes, if it is a ceramic plate with a rough bottom. Simply run the blade along the bottom 10-15 times on each side.
Can ceramic knives be sharpened this way?
No, only metal ones. Ceramic ones require special tools.
