Lightweight, easy-to-carry and capable of cutting a wide range of materials, utility knives are handy tools. Once you’ve discovered the benefits of using one, you’re likely to find yourself reaching for yours again and again. To keep getting the level of control and precision you need through all those uses, it’s important to regularly change your utility knife blade. Find replacement blades at Ace Hardware from brands like Stanley and Milwaukee.
When to Replace Utility Knife Blades
Cutting hand tools like hand saws require ongoing maintenance—utility knives are no different. Friction produced during cutting and frequent handling gradually causes wear and tear on a utility blade. Eventually your knife will not work as well due to the damage.
How often you'll need to replace utility knife blades depends on how frequently you use them, what materials you cut, the durability of the blade and other factors. Some signs that it may be time for a blade replacement include:
- Your knife no longer cuts as cleanly
- You need to apply more force when cutting with your utility knife
- It becomes more difficult to retract or extend the utility blade
- You see chips or nicks on the utility knife blade
- The hobby knife blade is discolored or suffering from rust accumulation
- Your utility knife blade looks ragged or misshapen
- Sharpening your utility blade no longer gives it a sharp edge
- The blade bends or wobbles during cutting, as if it might break
Store Your Knife Blades with a Utility Blade Holder
Tough, lengthy jobs may mean having to make numerous utility blade changes. Being able to store your replacement blades safely in your pocket or tool box can simplify those frequent swaps. A utility blade holder provides the ideal solution.
Also called a utility blade dispenser, a utility blade holder features a unique design that ensures that multiple blades are neatly stacked and stored. When you're ready for a replacement, the dispenser opening lets you slide one utility knife blade out at a time. Most utility blade holder accessories are engineered for a specific size and type of blade, so read the product names and descriptions carefully to select the correct one when shopping online.
Shop Replacement Knife Blades Near You at Ace
Head to your neighborhood Ace store to shop utility and hobby knife blades near you. One of our helpful associates can assist you with matching blades to your utility or hobby knife, and they can introduce you to other tools, like ball pein hammers and chisels that can come in handy during your next project.
Know what utility or hobby knife blade you need already? Shop our online selection by brand, blade type, knife type and more. Online or in stores, Ace makes it easy to buy the knife blades required to keep your tool in excellent condition.
