Professional Kitchen Knife Sharpening
The price for sharpening commercially-made kitchen knives is $13.
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This includes precision sharpening, basic cleanup, and light polishing.
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From delicate paring knives to heavy-duty cleavers, we understand that every blade serves a specific purpose in your culinary arsenal.
Our sharpening process respects the original geometry of your knives while restoring that factory-fresh edge that makes prep work a pleasure rather than a chore.
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Knives & Scissors
All prices are cash or Zelle,
A $2.00 Transaction fee will be added
for all Venmo, and
Credit Card Transactions
Zelle phone#: 703.615.8614
Venmo: PotomacSharpening
Sharpen any kind of
commercially-made kitchen knife: $13
Serrated knives, Japanese knives: $14
Cleavers: $18
Pocket knives & EDC knives: $18
Hunting knives: $20
Household/fabric scissors: $14
Pinking shears: $16
I do not currently sharpen: Chain Saw Blades, chisels, saw blades,
Electric Hedge Trimmers, straight razors or Planer Machine Blades.​
Garden Tool and Outdoor Equipment Sharpening
Your outdoor tools work hard, and they deserve the same attention to detail as your kitchen knives.
From pruning shears that need surgical precision to lawn mower blades that demand perfect balance, we restore your garden and landscaping tools to peak performance.
Homeowners and professional landscapers throughout the Sterling area rely on our expertise to keep their equipment running smoothly season after season.
Lawn & Garden/Tools
All prices are cash or Zelle,
A $2.00 Transaction fee will be added
for all Venmo, and
Credit Card Transactions
Zelle phone#: 703.615.8614
Venmo: PotomacSharpening
Lawn Mower Blades: $20
includes balanced & sharpened (Commercial mower blades: $22)
(Heavily Chipped or Damaged $25)
Pruners: $15
Hatchets: $18
Loppers: $17
Machetes: $20
Axes and mauls: $25
Yellow Jacket Vermeer Stump Grinding Teeth: $16
Hedge Cutters: $18
Beauty Shear & Salon Scissor
and Clipper Blade Sharpening
Hair stylists and barbers throughout Northern Virginia know that dull shears don't just make their job harder – they damage hair and compromise the quality of every cut.
Our specialized beauty shear sharpening service restores the precise edge geometry that professional shears require, ensuring clean cuts that promote healthy hair growth and satisfied clients.
We work with all major brands and handle everything from basic cutting shears to specialized texturizing and thinning scissors.
Beauty Shears
Barber Shears (Beveled): $25
Beauty Shears (convex): $37
Clipper Blades: $17
Welcome to Potomac Sharpening, where precision meets passion in the heart of Sterling, Virginia.
As a veteran-owned and operated sharpening service operating out our home workshop, we've built our reputation on delivering exceptional results that exceed expectations for discerning home cooks, gardeners, hair stylists, and barbers, throughout Loudoun County, Fairfax County, and the greater Northern Virginia region.
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When you choose Potomac Sharpening, you're not just getting a service – you're partnering with a true craftsman who understands that a properly sharpened blade is the foundation of professional excellence.
Whether you're wielding a Japanese chef's knife in a home gourmet kitchen, precision beauty shears in a high-end salon, or your grandfather's hunting knife on a weekend adventure, every blade deserves the meticulous attention that only comes from years of dedicated expertise. For those searching for professional knife sharpening near me, Potomac Sharpening in Sterling, Virginia ensures your tools are in the best hands.
Why Professional Sharpening Matters More Than Ever
​In today's world of disposable everything, there's something profoundly satisfying about maintaining tools that last a lifetime.
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A sharp knife isn't just safer – it's a game-changer that transforms your entire cooking experience.
For professional stylists and barbers, properly maintained beauty shears mean cleaner cuts, healthier hair, and clients who notice the difference.
This is why discerning professionals throughout Sterling, Ashburn, Leesburg, Reston, and Herndon trust their most valuable tools to our expertise.
Expertise You Can Trust
I am a member of The Guild of Professional Sharpeners, a community of knife and tool sharpening business owners. Our aim is to learn from one another so that we can all achieve greater success and make a positive impact on the world through our craft.
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Hours:
Mon.-Sat. 9am-6pm
Saturday-Sunday: By appointment only (contact us) or Dropbox anytime
Dropbox hours: 7-days a week, 7am-10pm
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If you are struggling with dull knives, calling us now is the right decision!