How to Sharpen Scissors
It's important to keep your household scissors sharp for efficiency and safety. You can sharpen scissors at home using sandpaper or aluminum foil.
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut a piece of sandpaper Cut several notches in a piece of fine-grit sandpaper, with the rough side facing down.
- TIP: Cut with long strokes, so every part of the blade touches the sandpaper.
- Step 2: Test the scissors Test the scissors by cutting through a scrap piece of paper. If they do not seem sharp enough, repeat the process.
- Step 3: Cut through aluminum foil Use aluminum foil to sharpen the edge of your shears. Fold the foil a few times to make it thicker, and then cut several slices through the foil.
- Step 4: Test the scissors Test the scissors by cutting through a scrap piece of paper. If they do not seem sharp enough, repeat the process.
- Step 5: Use steel wool Use steel wool to sharpen your scissors. Make several cuts through a steel wool soap pad, rinse the blades, and then try them on paper.
- FACT: Modern scissors were first manufactured by Robert Hinchliffe in 1761.
You Will Need
- Scissors
- Sandpaper
- Scrap piece of paper
- Aluminum foil
- Steel wool
