Knives & chopping boards

Kitchen Knives and Cutting Boards for Enthusiastic Choppers

Peeling, chopping, carving, or mincing—those who love creating delicious dishes appreciate good kitchen knives. At IKEA, you can also purchase easy-care cutting boards and matching knife accessories. You can also plan your individual kitchen at IKEA. 

What kitchen knives are essential for every kitchen?

Amateur chefs really only need three kitchen knives to start: The cornerstone of any kitchen is a large chef's knife that quickly slices crunchy vegetables into pieces. Next on your shopping list should be a long bread knife. These serrated knives easily cut through crispy crusts. A small paring knife is always handy for peeling and cutting tasks. At IKEA, you can find individual knives and practical knife sets to get started right away.

What should you consider when buying kitchen knives?

When purchasing new kitchen knives, various criteria come into play: Pay particular attention to the blade length, handle, and usage options. IKEA knives are ergonomically shaped to fit comfortably in your hand. Some cutting tools come with a blade guard for safety at home and on the go.

How do cutting boards differ?

Cutting boards are more versatile than you might think. Flexible plastic cutting boards can be bent to easily transfer ingredients into the pot. We also offer robust wooden boards in various sizes and designs. Some items feature a hole for hanging in your kitchen, while others have a grooved edge to catch liquids. For your RÅSKOG serving cart, you can find the matching HÖGSMA cutting board here.

Which is better for cutting boards: wood or plastic?

The differences between wooden and plastic cutting boards are quickly explained. Wooden boards excel in kitchen hygiene because the material is naturally antibacterial. They also offer optimal edge retention, meaning a wooden cutting board is stable enough to withstand many cuts but soft enough to protect knife blades. A plastic cutting board is affordable and dishwasher-safe, making kitchen work easier.

What accessories maintain kitchen knives and cutting boards?

Kitchen knives should not be stored loosely in a drawer, as this dulls the blade faster. That's why there are various clever solutions for knife storage. At IKEA, you can choose from knife blocks, magnetic strips for the wall, and special knife compartments for drawer organization. To restore your cutting tools to razor-sharpness, you'll find suitable knife accessories like sharpeners and ceramic honing rods in our range. Your wooden cutting boards will last longer if you treat them with oil. Conventional linseed or rapeseed oil, or another cooking oil you have on hand, works well for this purpose.