Kitchen scissors are the most under-appreciated tool in a kitchen. They are faster than a knife for snipping herbs, spring onions and chillies straight into a pot, they cut through packaging that otherwise gets torn open with a knife over a full sink, and they handle jobs a board and blade make awkward — trimming fat, cutting pizza, opening a vacuum pack. A dedicated kitchen pair also keeps the household scissors out of food, which matters more than most people think. Available in black, blue, pink and green, and colour is genuinely useful here: a bright pair is far harder to lose in a drawer of dark utensils.
Specifications
| Type | Kitchen scissors |
| Colours | Black, blue, pink, green |
| Use | Herbs, packaging, trimming and everyday kitchen tasks |
Buying guide
Wash and dry kitchen scissors immediately after use, particularly after meat or anything acidic — moisture left in the pivot is what causes stiffness and spotting. Do not use kitchen scissors on wire, cardboard or anything abrasive, which blunts them quickly and is the most common way a good pair is ruined. If the blades separate, they can be cleaned properly between the pivot, which is where food actually collects. Keep them in a knife block slot or a dedicated place rather than loose in a drawer with other metal, which dulls the edges.
How it compares
Against a knife, scissors are faster and safer for herbs, packaging and awkward trimming, with no board to wash. Against household scissors, a dedicated kitchen pair keeps food preparation separate. They complement a knife set rather than replacing it.
Frequently asked questions
What are kitchen scissors best for?
Snipping herbs straight into a pot, opening packaging, trimming fat and cutting pizza - jobs where a knife and board are slower and messier.
How do I keep them sharp?
Never use them on wire, cardboard or anything abrasive. That is the most common way a good pair is blunted.
Do they need special cleaning?
Wash and dry them immediately, especially after meat. Moisture left in the pivot causes stiffness and spotting.
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
- 8-in-1 Kitchen Knife Block Set, Black or White
- Colour-Coded Commercial Kitchen Knives, 6 to 10 Inch, 7 Colours
- Home Potato Chipper and Chips Cutter
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
We deliver across Kenya and ship select products regionally. This page explains our handling times, delivery options, and rates.
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 |
3. Shipping Fees
Shipping fees are paid by the customer and depend on your delivery location. The exact cost is calculated and shown to you at checkout based on the destination, weight, and parcel size.
- Upcountry (via courier or G4S/SGR): calculated at checkout based on weight and destination.
- Bulk & fragile items: we may quote you a custom rate before dispatch.
4. Tracking
You will receive a tracking link by email or SMS once your parcel is dispatched. For courier deliveries we share the rider's contact number on dispatch day.
5. Delivery Issues
If your package has not arrived within the estimated time frame, please contact us at info@wimukitchen.com or call +254 758 157 035. We will follow up with the courier on your behalf.
6. Damaged in Transit
Please inspect your order on delivery. If anything is damaged, take a photo and contact us within 48 hours. See our Refund Policy for the next steps.
7. Store Pickup
Choose "Pickup" at checkout to collect your order from our Platinum Plaza showroom in Nairobi CBD at no extra cost. We will email you when the order is ready.
Quick answers from the WIMU Kitchen team. Need more help? WhatsApp us or email orders@wimukitchen.com.
What are kitchen scissors best for?
Snipping herbs straight into a pot, opening packaging, trimming fat and cutting pizza - jobs where a knife and board are slower and messier.
How do I keep them sharp?
Never use them on wire, cardboard or anything abrasive. That is the most common way a good pair is blunted.
Do they need special cleaning?
Wash and dry them immediately, especially after meat. Moisture left in the pivot causes stiffness and spotting.
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.