FAQs

 Blade become dull when dirt, grit and dander get in  between the cutting surfaces of the blade.  Always bath and brush the dog prior to clipping as the fur has to be clean or you blades could get damaged as dirt and sand gets in between the teeth. Also oiling your blades is important, as a general rule, for every 10 minutes of clipping time you need to oil your blades. These two things will increase who long your blades stay sharp.

The biggest problem for hot blades is that clippers run
so fast than what they did many years ago. The faster the clipper runs, the
more heat is generated to the blade. Blade tension this can also be a
cause for blade to heat up.  If the tension is too tight this will cause
heat.

Lubrication!  By keeping your blades cleaned and
lubricated will increase the life of your blades.

Lubrication!  By keeping your blades cleaned and
lubricated at all times. Blades should be oiled before, during and after use.
Keeping your blades clean and lubricated will increase the life of your blades.

 As dirt builds up things start to happen. The blades doesn't cut like it should. As you
go to clip it pulls the hair instead of cutting. Blades can also get hot faster
due to lack of cleaning.  The easiest way to help with the blade heat
problem is to have a few of the same sizes and rotate them when they get warm.

You can use a toothbrush and brush the hair out frombetween the teeth. Slide the top cutter across half way and clean out the hair then do the same again on the other side. Make sure you also oil the blades

Make sure your blades are cleaned and oiled before putting them away. Keep your blades away from areas with high moisture and humidity. If using any cleaning products such as blade wash, please make sure you air dry your blades or they will go rusty. 

It depends on where and how severe the rust is. Part of sharpening service is also to check for rust and to buff the surface rust off the blade.  Once blades have been recovered its time they are looked after
a little better just by cleaning them.

If dull clipper blades are used or your clipping technique is harsh this can occur. It is commonly called "clipper rash" as the skin takes on a red and inflamed appearance much like a rash. Clipper blades should always be checked
before use for teeth that are chipped or missing teeth.  Also rusty or blunt blades are an issue. These blade faults will pull on the skin and cause the rash to occur and so blades should not be used  until repaired or sharpened. Using excessive pressure with the clipper can also cause clipper rash.