When the scraping becomes hard work, this is a sign that the scraper needs to be sharpened. To find out more about sharpening scrapers, check out the How to sharpen… pages for the different types of cabinet scraper.
After each use, make sure you wipe down the scraper with a clean cloth to remove any unwanted material and oil.
Keep them in a safe place to avoid any damage.
Cabinet scrapers can be repaired if they become damaged: for example, if the cutting edge becomes chipped, it can be cured by grinding.
If a scraper becomes bent or cracked and cannot be repaired, it should be replaced.
If the blade of a two-handled cabinet scraper is damaged it can be replaced, as they are sold separately.