Knife Blocks

Knife Blocks provide safe, organised storage for your most-used kitchen knives, keeping blades protected and close to hand on busy prep lines. This range includes wooden and stainless steel knife blocks, magnetic racks, wall-mounted holders and complete knife block sets from leading brands. Ideal for restaurants, hotels, cafes and professional kitchens, they help maintain hygiene, protect staff and prolong blade life. By keeping knives visible and correctly stored, you speed up service and keep worktops clear and tidy.

• Traditional wooden knife blocks with multiple slots for chef, utility, paring and bread knives.
• Universal and stand-up knife blocks designed to hold mixed knife collections securely.
• Magnetic knife blocks and wall racks for space-saving, easy-access storage on busy prep stations.
• Complete knife block sets from brands like KitchenAid, Wusthof and Global for ready-to-go professional kits.
• Plastic wall racks and hygienic storage options suited to commercial food preparation areas.
• Compact designs to maximise counter space in smaller kitchens, food trucks and cafe pass areas.

How to choose the right Knife Blocks

• Consider how many knives you need to store and choose a block with enough slots or universal capacity for future additions.
• Measure available counter or wall space to decide between a freestanding block, stand-up design or wall-mounted magnetic rack.
• Select materials such as hardwood, plastic or stainless steel to match your kitchen style, hygiene requirements and cleaning routine.
• Decide if you want a complete knife block set or an empty block to pair with existing professional knives.
• For high-volume or open kitchens, prioritise stable, heavy bases and designs that keep blades fully covered for staff and customer safety.
• Check compatibility with longer blades such as bread or carving knives if these are used regularly on your menu.

Care and maintenance

• Wipe knife blocks regularly with a damp cloth and mild detergent, ensuring slots are dry to prevent moisture build-up.
• Remove knives before cleaning and never immerse wooden blocks in water to avoid swelling or cracking.
• Use soft brushes or compressed air to clear crumbs and debris from slots and internal channels.
• Disinfect plastic and stainless steel racks frequently in commercial environments to maintain food safety standards.
• Store knives fully dry and sharpened before placing them in the block to protect both blades and block surfaces.
• Inspect blocks and racks for damage or instability and replace if they no longer hold knives securely.

Pair your storage with our chefs knives, knife sharpeners and kitchen storage ranges to build a complete, efficient prep area.

Need help choosing? Call Caterboss on (01) 687 5772.