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A glass filled with white granules sits on a wood table, with a pair of black-handled scissors resting against it.
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How to Sharpen Scissors With Salt (Plus an Easy Alternative)

Restore your cutting tools easily by learning how to sharpen scissors with salt. Enjoy effective and clean cutting again.
Prep Time 10 minutes

Equipment

  • Scissors
  • Rock salt
  • Small container or glass
  • Glass bottle

Instructions

  • Pour enough rock salt into a small, sturdy container or glass to cover part of the scissor blades.
    A hand pours white granules from a purple scoop into a glass filled with similar white granules on a wooden table.
  • Open the scissors and carefully place the blades into the salt while keeping your fingers away from the edges.
    A hand holds scissors, blade down, inserted into a glass filled with white granules, placed on a wooden surface.
  • Slowly open and close the scissors several times inside the salt, using gentle and controlled movements.
    A hand uses scissors to cut into a clear glass filled to the top with white granulated substance, placed on a wooden surface.
  • Rinse the blades with clean water, then wipe them dry right away with a clean cloth to help prevent rust.
    A person is washing a pair of black-handled scissors under running water in a stainless steel sink.