KWB Iron-Guard

Finally the protection handmade knives deserve! Complete corrosion protection and unparalleled durability. KWB Iron-Guard is 100% food safe, approved by the FDA, easy to apply and lasts up to a year with daily use. For best results be sure to add the surface prep cleaning solution to your order - see options below.

Starter kit includes:

• 30ml
• Surface prep
• Applicator cloth 
• Microfiber cleaning cloth

KWB Iron-Guard:

• Corrosion resistance - The coating bonds directly to the surface physically stopping the formation of rust and heavy oxides. Depending on the application, some surfaces may still patina into the coating. 
• Durability - Not only is this coating far more permanent than oil or wax, but it actually increases the surface hardness of the material coated, creating long term protection from corrosion, even preventing scratching and increasing edge retention.
• Non stick - The surface feels almost silky to the touch, with hydrophobic properties and far less friction, your knives and tools will perform better and be easier to clean.
• FDA Food safe - The coating bonds directly to the surface on a molecular level, unlike any other coating we've come across. This makes it incredibly durable, non reactive and completely safe for food preparation *once cleaned.

Instructions: 

• Although very easy to apply, the quality of the coating is highly dependant on the surface preparation so please be sure to follow the steps carefully, and feel free to email us with any questions. 
• You will need a clean well ventilated work area, and disposable gloves - (splash protection only, avoid touching the applicator pad or coated surface directly for extended periods).
• Thoroughly clean and dry the surface.
• Clean again with the surface prep cleaning solution (see drop down options) on a paper towel or lint free cloth - on a microscopic scale, steel is full of pits and caves and is very porous. These pours need to be clean and coated for optimum protection. Our cleaning solution removes moisture as well as contaminants leaving behind a perfectly prepped surface. Leave to dry for 20 minutes, or gently heat with a hair dryer to ensure the cleaning solution has completely evaporated. Even if it looks dry on the surface, the pores can hold moisture and dirt like a cave in a rocky landscape. 
• Apply the coating - soak a small piece of cotton or suede cloth - avoid polyester and synthetic materials. It should be thoroughly saturated, but not dripping. Being very careful of any sharp edges, begin to work the coating into the steel. The coating may seem to evaporate quickly at first, this is it soaking in and reacting with the steel. Keep applying in thin layers until you're left with an even surface that stays wet for a minute or two, finishing with long even stokes.
• Minimum bonding time of 24 hours in ideal conditions, longer - up to a week will improve performance. 
• Rinse thoroughly with water to cure/neutralist the coating, and wash away any left over spirit residue. Water should now run off the surface with ease, if any areas do not bead water, try cleaning with dish soap and a soft non abrasive sponge, and dry with a soft towel. If you have any issues, either try the process again paying extra attention to the cleaning steps, or send us an email.