FAQs - Blade Sharpening | Rejuvenated Knives
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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

How does our door-to-door knife sharpening service work?
  • YouTube Video of our process
    • Scheduling: When you make a request through our online website we will contact you to confirm and finalize exact date/time based on your pick-up location. We are not in every location daily. We work with you to either provide next day or often same day turn around so you don’t go without your knives.
    • Sharpening: Your knives are carefully inspected by our expert sharpeners.
      • Using commercial sharpening equipment, wet process grinding stone, we sharpen each knife with precision and attention to detail. We use a special jig to control the angle of the polish edge accurately. We then polish with leather honing wheel with compound paste of 8000grit polish.
      • We sharpen knives to their optimal sharpness while preserving their integrity and longevity of your knives.
      • We typically sharpen stainless steels knives to 20 deg and for Japanese high carbon edges to 16 deg.
      • We also sharpen serrated knives and do those by hand to ensure sharpness and longevity.
    • Return Delivery: Once your knives have been sharpened, they are cleaned and packaged.
      • Our driver will then deliver your sharpened knives back to your doorstep, ready to be put to use in your kitchen.
  • Quality Assurance: Throughout the sharpening process, we maintain strict quality control measures to ensure consistent and exceptional results.
    • Our team is committed to delivering sharpened knives that meet our high standards and exceed your expectations.
    • We do not free hand, instead use controlled angled fixture which ensures controlled angler and uniformity of the bevel across the bevel.
Is your knife sharpening service available in my area?
  • We currently cover many parts of the bay area, from San Jose to San Francisco, up and down the East bay both I-880 corridor and I-680.
  • Click here for service coverage map
  • If you are outside our normal delivery area we have mail-in sharpening. The service is the same and pricing is also the same.
Can I bring my knives in for sharpening
  • Our business is set up for door-to-door service and we are in different parts of the Bay Area daily and do not have public drop-off and on-the-spot sharpening
  • If you are interested in in-person and on-the-spot sharpening please go to our trusted sharpening partner serving across the Bay Area: San Jose, Palo Alto, San Bruno, Walnut Creek and Pleasanton In-Person Sharpening Partner MobileKnife.biz. Their business is to serve you in-person. You can see their monthly schedule by clicking on the Calendar.
    1. San Bruno - Mon (not all Mondays)
    2. Palo Alto - Tue (not all Tuesdays)
    3. San Jose - Fri
    4. Walnut Creek - Sat
    5. Pleasanton - Sun (not all Sundays)
How does mail-in sharpening service work?
  • If you are outside our normal door to door delivery area don’t despair we have mail-in sharpening available. The service is the same and pricing is also the same.
  • Convenient Process: Mail-in service saves you time and hassle. We provide you a complete mail-in kit so you don’t have to scrounge for any supplies.
  • Fast Turnaround: Most orders on the West Coast are handled in 7–8 days(from shipping from your house back into your hands)
  • What is the process:
    1. CLEAN YOUR KNIVES
      Ensure your knives are clean and dry before packing. This helps maintain blade integrity and ensures safe handling during transit.
    2. PACK AND SEAL THE BOX
      Use the provided newspaper from your Rejuvenated mailing kit. Wrap each knife securely with rubber bands and reserve some newspaper for padding. Line the bottom of the box with crumpled newspaper for padding. Place wrapped knives inside, add padding on top, and seal the box securely with the adhesive strip. Ensure all blades are wrapped—no exposed edges, please.
    3. MAIL YOUR BOX VIA USPS
      Drop your package off at your nearest USPS office or mailbox. Avoid using UPS or FedEx, as we work exclusively with USPS.
How long does it take to sharpen knives?
  • Our typical turn-around time is same day service, occasionally we will turn around the next day. The exact turn-around time can be discussed once your no obligation request is submitted.
What types of knives do we sharpen?
  • We sharpen a wide range of knives, including kitchen knives, hunting knives, pocket knives, shears, scissors, and more. Whether it's serrated, straight-edged, or specialty knives, we've got you covered.
  • Kitchen Knives: Chef's, Serrated, Fillet, Cleaver, Paring, Santoku, Bread, Boning, Utility, Carving, Slicers, Pocket knives, Hunting knives all types of Serrated and Scalloped knives
  • Kitchen Utensils: Poultry Shears, Mandoline Blades, Robo coupe blades, Peelers and Pizza cutters
  • Garden Tools: Pruning Shears, Loppers, Axes, Grass Shears, Hedge Trimmers, Loppers, Lawn Mower Blades, Edgers.
  • Misc: Dog grooming shears and scissors including sewing scissors.
  • What don’t we sharpen: Beautician shears, swords, saws and machetes.
What is Pricing for sharpening and delivery
  • Price is $6 for knives under 5” and $10 for larger knives
  • We also sharpen shears and most smaller garden tools for $8, for large garden tools <9” and sewing scissors and dog grooming shears is $12. Hedge trimmers and chain saw blades are also $12
  • $15 fixed delivery which includes both pick up and delivery
  • We prefer cash and Venmo but also take Credit cards, Apple Pay and Google pay
Do we repair knives
  • We do not perform all knife repair, however we can do repair of small chips or damaged edges and perform simple repairs, typically $5-$10/blade. We do not do blade reshaping, handle repairs, blade cracks or repair large chips. Please make a comment in your online request and a technician will follow up directly with you on feasibility. It is always good to have picture of the issue so the tech can evaluate.
How do I know when my knives need sharpening?
  • Signs that your knives need sharpening include decreased cutting performance, increased effort required for cutting, visible nicks or chips on the blade, and a dull or rounded edge. One way to determine if your knives need sharpening is to pay attention to how they feel when you use them. If you find that your knives are not cutting as easily as they used to, it's likely time to sharpen them.
  • You will want to consider getting your knives sharpened when your straight blade knife(non-serrated knife) struggles to cut a thin slice of tomato. Alternatively this test can also be done with an onion.
How often should I sharpen my knives?
  • The frequency of sharpening depends on how often you use your knives and the type of tasks they are used for. As a general guideline, we recommend having your kitchen knives sharpened every 4-6 months for regular home use and every 12 months for occasional use. However, heavy usage may require more frequent sharpening.
How do I care for my knives after sharpening?
  • To prolong the sharpness of your knives between sharpening sessions, avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as glass or stone. Use cutting boards made of wood or plastic, and avoid twisting or prying with the blade. Regular honing and proper storage help maintain the sharpness of your knives.
  • We have a very short YouTube video from one of our customers showing the precise way to gently hone your steel without damaging the professionally sharpened edge
What are advantages of professional sharpening over DIY sharpening?
  • Professional sharpening consistently gives your knife a perfect, long-lasting edge. DIY sharpening is time-consuming, requires significant practice, and is tricky to master unless done frequently. We have had people who typically sharpen their own knives with whetstones tell us that Rejuvenated Sharpening produces much sharper and lasts much longer than anything they have been able to achieve themselves.

Care and maintenance

How do I know when my knives need sharpening?
  • Signs that your knives need sharpening include decreased cutting performance, increased effort required for cutting, visible nicks or chips on the blade, and a dull or rounded edge. One way to determine if your knives need sharpening is to pay attention to how they feel when you use them. If you find that your knives are not cutting as easily as they used to, it's likely time to sharpen them.
How often should I sharpen my knives?
  • The frequency of sharpening depends on how often you use your knives and the type of tasks they are used for. As a general guideline, we recommend having your kitchen knives sharpened every 3-6 months for regular home use and every 12 months for occasional use. However, heavy usage may require more frequent sharpening.
How do I care for my knives after sharpening?
  • To prolong the sharpness of your knives between sharpening sessions, avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as glass or stone. Use cutting boards made of wood or plastic, and avoid twisting or prying with the blade. Regular honing and proper storage help maintain the sharpness of your knives
What are advantages of professional sharpening over DIY sharpening?
  • Professional sharpening consistently gives your knife a perfect, long-lasting edge. DIY sharpening is time-consuming, requires significant practice, and is tricky to master unless done frequently. We have had people who typically sharpen their own knives with whetstones tell us that Rejuvenated Sharpening produces much sharper results than anything they have been able to achieve themselves.

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