Magnetic holders for knives: how to choose and attach?

Magnetic knife holders are a great alternative to table holders and stands. They fit perfectly into the decor of the kitchen, without disturbing the interior composition as a whole.

The magnetic holder is a horizontal bar with two magnetic strips. It is placed on a vertical plane, which can serve as wall panel or cabinet of kitchen furniture.

The advantages of using magnetic holders in the kitchen are the following points.

• Hygiene. Knives are in open space, which excludes the formation and development of the bacterial environment due to the accumulation of moisture. This design is considered much more hygienic than others.
• Space saving. The holder takes up little space, becoming practically one with the vertical surface. Knives placed on the magnet also compactly line up.
• Knives do not touch each other. Many vertical and horizontal cutlery stands do not provide an individual place for a knife. As a result, the knives rub against each other and become dull.
• The devices are always in a visible place and in the zone of immediate availability. In order to take a knife, it takes a few seconds. You do not need to open the drawer or cabinet door.
• Wide price range. The price of magnetic holders is very democratic. Even the cheapest options look very decent. If desired, the holder can be made with your own hands, using a wooden base and magnets.
• Easy care. Wall holders usually have a smooth texture and do not need special care. To maintain cleanliness, simply wipe the surface with a damp cloth and, if necessary, use a little cleaner for the kitchen.
• Easy to mount. Attaching a magnet to the wall is very easy. This is usually done with screws or double-sided tape.
• Versatility. If necessary, other metal kitchen appliances (skimmers, ladles, spatulas) are attached to the holder.
• Security. Magnet perfectly holds the devices of various sizes and is at a sufficient height from the children.
• Practicality. The combination of all the above advantages of magnetic holders makes it possible to talk about its practicality and usability.

The drawbacks of the magnetic holders can be considered such nuances.

• The likelihood of damage to the metal holders of the knife blade. This applies to those models whose front part is made of metal or has metal fragments.
• Knives made of other materials, such as ceramic, cannot be mounted on the holder. Ceramics, by definition, do not possess the properties of being attracted to magnets, so it is not possible to place such knives on them.

Environmentally friendly wood options look stylish and attractive. They are in perfect harmony with kitchen furniture made of natural wood or its imitation. It should be borne in mind that the force of attraction of such holders is slightly lower than products made from other materials, and this option may not hold very heavy objects.

Stainless steel products are considered to be eternal and very high quality. The force of attraction of the holders for knives made of stainless steel is much more powerful than the models of other materials. Even a metal kitchen hatchet is perfectly attached to such a strip.

Holders for knives made of plastic - this is one of the most economical options for placing knives on the wall like a velcro. With proper care, plastic will serve you for years. However, its durability is still not comparable with metal products. The color range of plastic options is the widest. Popular white, beige and black holders.

The magnetic holder for knives on the railing is a relatively new fixture in the kitchen. Rails represent a metal bar on which kitchen utensils are hung, including knife holders.

When deciding on the choice of the magnetic holder for knives, be sure to pay attention to the main indicators of product quality. It would be ideal if the manufacturer provides a guarantee of quality for their products. It is usually done by expensive brands.

If there is no guarantee, then when assessing the quality of the magnetic holder, it is necessary to pay attention to the following characteristics.

• The blade material of your knives. Magnetic holders are suitable only for knives with a metal blade. Ceramic knives will not be attracted to the magnet.
• As a full participant in kitchen design, the holder must fit perfectly into the interior in appearance and maintain the style of the room. The body of the product can be different: from simple plastic to mahogany. Under the wooden set, installed in the kitchen, they usually pick up the same wooden holder.
• Holder length select according to the number of knives to be placed. Keep in mind that knives should not be mounted close to each other. It will be more aesthetic and hygienic if there is a small distance between them. In some cases, you may need a combination of several slats. This design looks professional and allows you to place a large number of devices.
• Width Holders may also be different. When choosing a wide holder, consider the length of the blades of your knives, since the handle, hitting the plate, will not allow the device to fix there.
• Famous manufacturers choose for holders more environmentally friendly materials that do not have a toxic smell of plastic. If you buy a cheap magnet version, pay attention to how it smells, as the sharp unpleasant smell indicates that the product is made of harmful materials.
• The force of attraction of a magnet depends on its thickness. Therefore, if possible, be sure to rate this indicator. The optimum thickness of the magnets is 3-5 mm. Thinner plates are not able to fully hold weighty knives.

Usage tips

• For safe use, the holders should hang in a place out of reach of children. As a rule, a magnet is placed above one of the cutting tables at shoulder height.
• It is also important to securely fasten the magnet to the surface, since a fallen structure can injure nearby people. The danger lies in the fact that not only the holder falls, but also the knives with it.
• It is not recommended to install the magnet on the door, because when opening the cabinet the knives may fall. The moving surface, which at first glance can be used as a platform for a magnet, becomes quite dangerous when placing sharp objects on it.
• The holder itself must be installed securely, using at least two mounts. When choosing the type of fasteners should take into account the severity of devices placed.For example, knives with metal handles are much heavier than plastic ones, and the mount can not withstand such a massive structure.

In order to properly hang the magnetic holder for knives on the wall, you need to smoothly and carefully make preliminary marks. To do this, you can use a normal or laser level, which will allow you to outline the horizontal placement. The distance between the fasteners on the magnet is measured, and the corresponding value is transferred to the wall.

The number of fasteners depends on the type and size of the holder. The most common design has two mounts. They can be looped, located on the top of the plank, and hidden.

It is often necessary to hang a magnet for knives on a tile, since it is tile that is used to finish the working wall in the kitchen. Mount produce using double-sided tape or using dowel-nails. Typically, the kit holders include dowels and screws.

In order to safely and without destruction attach the magnet to the tile dowel-nails, you should be careful in the work. For this, drilling is carried out in two stages. At the first stage, it is better to use a drill or a screwdriver with a feather for ceramics of the required diameter for drilling tiles. In the second stage, a punch is used to make a hole in the wall itself. A dowel is inserted into the finished hole, into which a nail is screwed or hammered.

How to fix the magnetic holder for knives, see the following video.