Magnetic knife block, double-sided, in black-stained oak, 30–60 cm – BlackBlock – multiple variants
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Every knife block is handmade to order.
Order today and yours will be ready to ship between January 4 and 10.
BlackBlock – deep-black, double-sided knife block in black-stained oak
We often get requests for knife blocks in an even darker shade than smoked oak. That's why we now offer our classic, double-sided Knifeblock Original in solid, black-stained oak for those who want their knives out on the worktop on a deep-black knife block. A magnetic knife block in solid wood, handmade in Denmark. The knife block comes without knives.
The knife block is magnetic on both sides: several rows of powerful, continuous N52 neodymium magnets are invisibly encapsulated in the wood, so both long sides are fully usable. You can easily keep 10–12 knives on a 30 cm knife block.
Features:
In our knife blocks you'll find no cheap hobby magnets or quick fixes. The magnets are invisibly encapsulated in the wood and arranged in several rows, so every blade has multiple contact points and a firm hold. Your knives won't turn or be pulled towards each other.
Sizes:
BlackBlock is made in black-stained oak in widths of 30, 40, 50 and 60 cm. Height 30 cm, thickness 4 cm.
Quality:
All our knife blocks are made by hand in our own workshop in Denmark. Each knife block goes through a long series of manual processes, is stained by hand with a brush and finally oiled with a furniture oil.
Unlike industrially stained products, our black knife blocks are stained by hand with a brush – a time-consuming job that gives the surface its lively, authentic look. The faint brush marks bear witness to the craftsmanship behind it and make every knife block unique. The black stain subtly brings out the grain of the wood.
Custom size or a different design?
If you prefer the same model in oak, smoked oak or walnut, you'll find it as Knifeblock Original. If you would like a knife block in a custom size, or fancy one of our other designs – for example leather or linoleum – feel free to contact us at info@rune-jakobsen.dk. Minor deviations from the standard sizes are made at no extra charge.
Which width should I choose?
The width determines how many knives your knife block can hold. All our knife blocks are magnetic on both sides, and the magnets sit in several rows, so the blade makes contact in several places and holds extra securely.
Lay your knives in a row with the spacing you want, measure the total width and divide by 2. That is the minimum width your new knife block should have.
Which knife blocks are the strongest?
All our knife blocks are made with powerful magnets that hold every kitchen knife on the market. There is no difference in magnetic strength between the designs.
Height and space required
All knife blocks are approx. 30 cm high and suit blades up to 30 cm – including long knives such as a sujihiki. The footprint on the counter is the width of the block × 14 cm.
If you have knives with blades longer than 30 cm, we will make a custom solution. Small deviations from the standard sizes are made at no extra charge.
Sizes in cm and inches
All sizes in the shop are given in centimetres. cm → inches: multiply by 0.39 · inches → cm: multiply by 2.54.
| cm | inches |
|---|---|
| 14 cm | 5.5″ |
| 15 cm | 5.9″ |
| 25 cm | 9.8″ |
| 30 cm | 11.8″ |
Knife blades: 8″ = 20.3 cm · 10″ = 25.4 cm · 12″ = 30.5 cm. For an exact conversion, a quick Google search – e.g. "20 cm in inches" – is the easiest way.
Need help?
If you are unsure which knife block to choose, you are always welcome to email us at info@rune-jakobsen.dk
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We only use carefully selected FSC certified furniture wood. The primary wood types are oak and walnut.
We finish all products with a food-approved oil.
PLEASE NOTE that we always try to create unique and well-crafted products with an exciting visual expression and play of colors. You should therefore take our photos as a guide and not as a guarantee of how the finished product will appear.
Remember that wood is a living material. No two pieces of wood are the same, so all product photos are indicative.
You can benefit from surfing around our website and seeing examples of products we have made in the different types of wood to get a better impression of the wood's color variations, structure and expression.
If you are in doubt about choosing a type of wood for a product, you are very welcome to contact us to discuss the options. We are happy to advise and inspire 😊
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To keep both your knives and your magnetic knife holder or knife block in the best condition, always put the knives back only when they are completely clean and completely dry. Damp knives can damage the surface over time and leave marks.
Wipe your magnetic knife holder or knife block regularly with a slightly damp cloth, and avoid detergents and harsh chemicals. If needed, the surface can be refreshed with a little natural wood oil on a soft cloth.
Avoid placing the product close to strong heat sources or in direct sunlight, as this can dry out the wood and change its colour over time.
With proper care, your magnetic knife holder or knife block will keep its looks and its function for many years.
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In-stock items are dispatched within 1-2 working days. Handmade products are made to order — the current lead time is shown on the product page.
We ship with Postnord/DPD, GLS, DHL or UPS, and you choose the carrier and service level yourself at checkout. Shipping is calculated by weight, dimensions and delivery address — we add no margin to shipping.
Starting prices (the final price is calculated at checkout):
- Denmark: From 39 DKK to a parcel shop / 59 DKK to a private address. Free shipping on orders over 2,500 DKK.
- Sweden: From 135 SEK. Free shipping on orders over 2,500 SEK.
- EU countries: From 9 EUR.
- Norway: From 159 NOK. Free shipping on orders over 4,000 NOK.
- United Kingdom: DDP from 14 GBP.
- Switzerland / Liechtenstein: DDP from 19 CHF.
- USA: DDP from 35 USD.
- Canada: From 49 CAD.
- Australia: From 85 AUD.
- New Zealand: From 89 NZD.
- Rest of the world: From 35 USD.
Read the full shipping policy · Customs, VAT and taxes by country
You have a 30-day right of withdrawal on all products — including made-to-order Woodworks products. Notify us at info@rune-jakobsen.dk within 30 days of receipt; you then have 14 days to return the item unused and undamaged.
You pay the cost of the return shipment yourself, unless it is a complaint. Danish customers can order a return label via Shipmondo. Once we have received the item, we refund the full purchase price.
Return address: Rune-Jakobsen Design ApS, Att.: Kari Rune-Jakobsen, Tiendemarken 14 A, Gudum, 9280 Storvorde, Denmark.
Complaints: Under the Sale of Goods Act you have a 2-year right of complaint for manufacturing and material defects. For a justified complaint we cover the cost of the return shipment.
All orders are shipped from our workshop and warehouse in Denmark. For customers in the EU, Norway, the United Kingdom and Switzerland, VAT is included in the price at checkout.
- EU: Local VAT is included — no customs duties, no fees.
- Norway: Norwegian VAT is paid in the webshop (VOEC 3053342). Below 3,000 NOK: no customs duty, the order is shipped DAP. Above 3,000 NOK: any customs duty is calculated and paid in the webshop, the order is shipped DDP. No extra charges on delivery.
- United Kingdom, Switzerland/Liechtenstein and USA: All orders are shipped DDP — VAT and any customs duties are paid at checkout. The price you see is the final price.
- Australia: Shipped DAP. Under 1,000 AUD: no duties or GST. Over 1,000 AUD: duties and GST are collected by the carrier before delivery.
- Canada: Shipped DAP. GST/HST and any handling fee are collected on import; goods of EU origin are duty-free under CETA.
- Other countries: Shipped DAP — local duties and fees are collected by the carrier on arrival.
Our customer service is Kari or Torben.
When you email, text or call us, it is Kari or Torben you reach — with in-depth knowledge of the products and a genuine interest in helping you make the right choices.
If you use the online chat at the bottom of the screen, you will meet an interactive chat that can answer the most common questions right away. You will also find answers in our FAQ and on the product pages.
If you would rather talk to a person, cannot find the answer in the chat, or want a product in a custom size, you are always welcome to contact Kari or Torben directly. If we cannot reply immediately, you will hear from us within a few hours on all weekdays.
Real products – honestly explained
For us, craftsmanship, materials and aesthetics come first. Our images should give you an accurate impression of what you are buying. That is why you also deserve an honest explanation of how we work with product photos.
Where do the images come from?
- Our own photos: We photograph the products from Rune-Jakobsen Woodworks ourselves. They are real, handmade products from our workshop. We also photograph part of the rest of our range ourselves.
- Photos from the makers: For some of the brands we carry, we use the manufacturer's own product images combined with our own photos.
- Customer photos: Now and then, customers send us photos and give us permission to use them. We show them exactly as we received them.
Where do we use AI?
Some of our images have been edited with AI tools. We do this to:
- show the product in a home or kitchen, so you can see it in context
- clean up the background, adjust the lighting and remove dust or distracting reflections
We do not use AI to change a product's shape, size, proportions, material or colour, and we never show AI-generated products that do not exist. Every image is based on a photo of the real product. We compare every AI-edited image with the physical product before it goes live in our shop.
Our images may inspire you – but they must never promise more than the product can deliver.
Images when choosing a variant
Many of our products come in a wide range of sizes and variants, and we do not yet have images of all of them. The image shown for your selection therefore primarily shows the wood species. It does not necessarily show the exact size or design variant.
Every piece is unique
Many of our products are handmade one-of-a-kind pieces, and natural materials such as wood, ceramics and glass vary from piece to piece. That is why the product you receive will never be completely identical to the one in the picture. This is exactly what sets craftsmanship apart from mass production.
Not sure? We're happy to help.
If you have questions about design, size, wood species or special requests, write to us at info@rune-jakobsen.dk. We will gladly advise you before you order.
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CREATING THE OPTIMAL MAGNETIC KNIFE HOLDER IS A MATTER OF KNOW-HOW AND AESTHETICS!
It takes knowledge and experience to choose the right type of magnet and set it invisibly into the wood, so the full magnetic force runs the whole length or width — and the blade holds just firmly enough that the knife lifts off the block or the magnetic knife holder without unnecessary force.
That is the know-how behind the magnetic knife holders from Rune-Jakobsen Design.
Read more about our magnetic knife holders here:We know what we are doing — whether it is a standard piece or made to your measurements, we take the trouble to build the best, most beautiful and most functional magnetic knife holder on the market.
Every time!
