Knife blocks are the most common type of knife storage. They are convenient to use, keep your knives organized, and keep them within easy reach for cooking and serving. Typically made of wood, you will find them on home kitchen counters holding an assortment of everyday knives, usually from the same set. They often come with dedicated spaces for steak knives, chef knives, and most other common types of knives. Other knife blocks have a design that allows for the storage of knives of any type and size.