Is this just a piece of metal that magnets can stick to, or is this an actual magnet? I want to stick knives to it, will it hold them?
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It is just a piece of metal that magnets stick to. It would not hold knives.
824844
It is a piece of metal that magnets stick to. Basically they are small magnet posting boards, with cork on the back.
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The magnets are in the "floor" of each slot, and on mine are recessed slightly into the wood, so my knives only touch the wood. They are recessed a consistent amount on all the slots in my knife block. They're near the front so you can check with a flashlight to make sure none of them are proud of the wood when you get yours.Each magnet does hold the knife tight to the floor of the slot, so the knife does rub against the wood as you insert or remove it.
1298513
It seems to JUST hold our 8" chef's knife from Ikea. If I stick my hand under the knife holder I can just feel the point of the knife, but, it doesn't hit the countertop.
532518
The cup will attract a magnet but it is not magnetic itself (it will not adhere to a metal surface that is not magnetic) a knife strip it will.
1165077
I'm assuming you mean on the wall beneath cabinets and not facing downward on the bottom of the cabinets. I have mine on the wall and it fits perfectly and they knives stay on. But if you DO mean under the cabinets the knives will probably stay on because the magnet is quite strong. It "grabs" the knife when I get close to it.
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I'd be nervous to hang it up with anything but the screws given with it. Given the weight of the bar and the knives stuck on it, I'd worry that it would fall, especially when you're pulling something off of it. If you have tape that you know can withstand that kind of weight, I'd say try it. I've had knife magnets fall when not properly attached and it's scary!
324329
No, it is just a metal strip that will require mounting of some sort either with hardware or adhesive. Magnets stick to it great, but it is not a magnet itself.
1444752
Hi Sue,I have a magnetic knife strip. It's perfect for holding the knives so they aren't banging around in a drawer and safer too. Hope this helps.
351995
Yes it is magnetic but not a very strong magnet. Stainless steel knives are not magnetic. We have never noticed any shavings.
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I can now answer, as we've gotten ours already. (Very quick delivery for this item compared to others on the Super Saver shipped order.)No is the answer. The magnets face only the one direction. Backwards, it sticks to the fridge fine, but then of course there's nowhere to stick the knives.Very easy mount to the side of the cabinet--we hung ours vertically there, and the knives stay horizontal just fine. I used my own 1/2" screws, but even those threads are a bit too deep as they poke a bit to the inside of the cabinet. It comes with 1" screws and plastic anchors. I can now answer, as we've gotten ours already. (Very quick delivery for this item compared to others on the Super Saver shipped order.)No is the answer. The magnets face only the one direction. Backwards, it sticks to the fridge fine, but then of course there's nowhere to stick the knives.Very easy mount to the side of the cabinet--we hung ours vertically there, and the knives stay horizontal just fine. I used my own 1/2" screws, but even those threads are a bit too deep as they poke a bit to the inside of the cabinet. It comes with 1" screws and plastic... » Read More I can now answer, as we've gotten ours already. (Very quick delivery for this item compared to others on the Super Saver shipped order.)No is the answer. The magnets face only the one direction. Backwards, it sticks to the fridge fine, but then of course there's nowhere to stick the knives.Very easy mount to the side of the cabinet--we hung ours vertically there, and the knives stay horizontal just fine. I used my own 1/2" screws, but even those threads are a bit too deep as they poke a bit to the inside of the cabinet. It comes with 1" screws and plastic anchors. « Show Less
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No. The rack requires proper anchoring to a wall (drywall anchors and screws). Once anchored to a wall, the knives can then be magnetically hung to the rack.
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not sure... Google them? I really love them!!! I have mine on a vertical magnetic knife rack in my kitchen on the side of an end counter by the sink... it looks really cool!!!
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The magnet is very strong so the knives would probably stay on. However I wouldn't choose this method since you would be unable to see the knives and might cut yourself.
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You could mount it with industrial double sided tape. The screw holes would remain visible unless you cut the heads off the screws and glued them over the holes or put something else over the holes to cover them ( metal ball, rhinestone, decorative doo dad). Magnet is not so strong to hold really heavy knives. Also if you have dropped big $ on really nice knives, be aware that the metal can mar them.
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Magnets DO NOT stick to the pot's metal. It is very good quality stainles steel. I can't even begin to list the many things I've used it for and on a daily basis.
804995
Blah blah blah "it'll scratch" blah blah... Get creative people! Like maybe...Cover your magnetic holder with a piece of paper towel. You pull a knife off, but the other knives still hold it in place. And it's obviously easily replaceable.Or, for something more permanent, paint your holder with Plastidip or liquid electrical tape. Heck, even latex paint would probably work! (Certainly wouldn't be my first choice though...)Anyway, I'm sure you get the point. Get creative.
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Your question caused me to look closely at my well-used, steel knives. I don't see any scratches and I'm really pleased with the magnetic holder. It's an excellent way to store knives and have them easily accessible.