The knife block fits in perfectly eigentich in every kitchen (where I block in natural white, a warm wood tone or chrome-colored could imagine), it is difficult, is good and its sloping surface, it is also no problem to stow a long knife good without having to come into contact with the wall cupboards. It fit without problems around the 10 knives of various sizes in the block - and you have no longer foraging, which knife in what slot fit, as is the case with conventional wood blocks. Hygienic this block is definitely that can wash the bristles. Conclusion: Looks good and makes his work - very good price / performance ratio. Recommended!