Knives kept loose in a drawer go blunt against each other and are dangerous to reach for. A knife block solves both problems at once: each blade sits in its own slot, protected from contact, and every knife has a fixed home so you stop hunting mid-recipe. This 8-in-1 set arrives complete with the block, so a kitchen goes from mismatched knives to an organised station in one purchase — which makes it a common choice for a first home, a new flat or a kitchen refit. Available in black and white to sit with your existing counter. Compact enough for a small worktop, and it keeps sharp blades out of reach of children.
Specifications
| Set | 8-in-1 knife set with storage block |
| Colours | Black, white |
| Storage | Countertop block with individual slots |
| Suits | Everyday home cooking, first kitchens, kitchen refits |
Buying guide
Sharpness is a habit, not a purchase. Hone regularly with a steel and sharpen properly a few times a year; a sharp knife is safer than a blunt one because it goes where you aim it. Never put kitchen knives in a dishwasher — heat and detergent damage edges and handles — and wash and dry them immediately after use, particularly after acidic foods. Slide blades into the block spine-first to avoid dragging the cutting edge across the slot. Keep the block away from the cooker and out of splash zones, and empty and wipe it every few months, since crumbs collect in the slots.
How it compares
Against loose knives in a drawer, a block protects both the edges and your fingers. Against a magnetic wall strip, it is portable and better in a rented kitchen, though a strip saves counter space. For serious cooking, a few high-quality knives eventually beat a large set, but a block set is the practical way to start.
Frequently asked questions
Can the knives go in the dishwasher?
No. Heat and detergent damage edges and handles. Wash and dry them by hand immediately after use, especially after acidic foods.
How do I keep them sharp?
Hone regularly with a steel and have them properly sharpened a few times a year. A sharp knife is safer than a blunt one.
How should knives go into the block?
Spine-first, so the cutting edge is not dragged along the slot every time you put a knife away.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.
Pairs well with
- 2L Electric Food and Meat Chopper with Metal Bowl
- 42cm Acacia Wood Serving Tray with Steel Side Handles
Available at WIMU Kitchen, Nairobi. Same-day Nairobi delivery · countrywide shipping (Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret) · pay by M-Pesa or on delivery. Questions? WhatsApp +254 758 157 035.
Last updated: 1 May 2026
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1. Order Processing
Orders placed before 2:00 PM (EAT) on a business day are processed the same day. Orders placed after 2:00 PM, on weekends, or on public holidays are processed the next business day.
2. Delivery Times
| Destination | Estimated Delivery |
|---|---|
| Nairobi CBD & environs | Same day or next business day |
| Greater Nairobi & Kiambu | 1–2 business days |
| Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret | 2–4 business days |
| Other Kenyan towns | 3–7 business days |
| East Africa (regional) | 5–14 business days |
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Quick answers from the WIMU Kitchen team. Need more help? WhatsApp us or email orders@wimukitchen.com.
Can the knives go in the dishwasher?
No. Heat and detergent damage edges and handles. Wash and dry them by hand immediately after use, especially after acidic foods.
How do I keep them sharp?
Hone regularly with a steel and have them properly sharpened a few times a year. A sharp knife is safer than a blunt one.
How should knives go into the block?
Spine-first, so the cutting edge is not dragged along the slot every time you put a knife away.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.