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by Paul Sanders
Properly maintained office tools are easy to use, and they last much longer. Scissors and paper trimmers require specific care if you want them to last. Fortunately, proper maintenance doesn't take a lot of time or effort. Whether you have a rotary paper trimmer or a traditional guillotine paper cutter, here are a few tips for keeping it sharp and easy to use.
Keep the trimmer blade clean. Aside from paper cutting, the main thing that dulls a blade is substances that stick to it. Trimmers should be wiped down periodically to clear the blade of dust, moisture or adhesives from cutting labels or wax paper.
Coat the blade with mineral oil. Wiping the trimmer blade with mineral oil will keep the metal from oxidizing and rusting. Use an old rag to apply the oil to the blade and wipe it dry with a paper towel.
Have the blade sharpened. Trimmers need to have their blades sharpened every few years, depending on the level of use they receive. It's best to leave the sharpening to a professional. Trimmers often have curved blades, which can be difficult to sharpen with a stone. If your trimmer has trouble cutting more than a few sheets of paper at a time, you may need to have the blade sharpened.
Don't cut thick stacks. It's best to cut no more than 10 pages of paper of a regular thickness at a time. Cutting really thick stacks can damage the hinge of the trimmer arm or other components holding the blade.
Clean the tabletop. Dust, paper fragments and other debris can accumulate on trimmers, especially if they have lined tabletops. Use soap and water to remove dust and any glue or other adhesive that may have built up. Take care not to get the blade wet.
