Can you sharpen scissors with a nail file? A nail file can be used to sharpen scissors and can be particularly effective at sharpening/cleaning kids' scissors in a pinch.

Just because your scissors are a bit dull, doesn't mean that can't be brought back to usability. Our guide will show you how to sharpen scissors like a pro.

How Do You Know When To Sharpen Scissors? According to Malkasian, it's time to sharpen your kitchen shears when cutting begins to require more than your usual effort.

As such, you can sharpen scissors just as you would kitchen knives, with a couple of simple tools and a little practice. Photo: Tom Fenenga for Bob Vila Tools & Materials Bobvila.com may earn a ...

To sharpen scissors, your best bet is using aluminum-oxide sandpaper with a grit between 150 and 200. The idea is for the abrasive side of the sandpaper to effectively serve as a type of ...

Watch this video to learn how to sharpen your kitchen shears and scissors. How to sharpen kitchen scissors Place the ceramic bowl or cup upside down so you can see the exposed, raw edge.