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Tips for Knife Maintenance
 Cleaning: Although your knife may specify "dishwasher safe", the intense heat and harsh chemicals may pit or dull the blade prematurely.  Use warm water and wipe the blade dry following use.  To avoid injury, lay knife on a flat surface wiping one side then the other.
 Honing:

Use a steel to hone your knife before each use to maintain its sharp edge.  The best way to safely hone is to stand the steel on its tip and draw the blade down at a 20 degree angle.  A few passes on each side should do the job.  Ask for a quick lesson before buying and remember, serrated knives require specific care. 

                                      

 Sharpening: When is it time to sharpen?  When honing no longer does the trick - typically 3-6 months.  Sharpening at home is easy!  Try using one of the following implements:  a whetstone, diamond or ceramic steel or a hand held or electric sharpener.  An alternative option is Kiss the Cook's professional sharpening service.
 Storage: Store your knife in a guard laying on its side.  A knife block, drawer organizer, or magnet are also excellent ways to protect your knives.