Ikea Butcher block vs. Hardwood Reflections Butcher Block

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Not all butcher blocks are created equal. Some manufacturers choose to sell butcher blocks with particleboard centers covered with a veneer. And while this may be ok in some applications, if you are looking to customize your new butcher block countertop, we strongly suggest choosing a solid stave hardwood butcher block. Not only will you be able to cut and machine it to fit your style, but for around the same price as a composite and veneer butcher block, you will be able to enjoy the quality of a solid butcher block far longer.
Discover how a solid Birch Hardwood Reflections Butcher Block found at Home Depot stacks up against the Karlby Block sold by IKEA.
You can buy your Hardwood Reflections Butcher Block from Home Depot.
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@ChedWick05 4 года назад

Literally all you had to say was solid wood same price.

@jenkat339 3 года назад

You changed my mind on IKEA. Was there last night. Your prices are slightly higher. Worth it. Solid wood vs compressed particle board, easy decision. Thank you

@JustinHall1976 4 года назад

Wait, did they just router particle board? Really guys? Also, why did they go the wrong way on the router?

@somebodypeculiar 3 года назад

The router was going in the wrong direction. On an outside cut it should be going counter clockwise.

@Nickporter17 4 года назад

I hate to be critical, but you could have stopped with the first cut that showed the particle board inside.

@HardwoodReflections 3 года назад

I totally know. We did the last six minutes for dramatic affect.

@greasemagicllc3739 Год назад

I just bought the Hardwood Reflections for a large floating L desk I am building. Thank you for making this video, your product is really sturdy and beautiful. So glad I did not buy something inferior.

@BrianHSC 2 года назад

There are advantages to laminate butcher blocks over solid wood. I've seen a lot of people dealing with cupped Reflections solid wood butcher blocks. Many RU-vid videos about it. Also need to be oiled regularly if sealed with oil. If finished with polyurethane, pool of water can leave spots. Laminate is actually more stable and water proof in these situations.

@mgena717 3 года назад

This is dumb. When would you ever have an exposed 45 degree countertop?

@emilyr.desantos4628 3 года назад

Wow, I had no idea, I’m definitely going with the hardwood reflections

@HardwoodReflections 3 года назад

Good choice!

@HelloHaven Год назад

I bought a hardwood reflections butcher block to use as a desk a couple of years ago. Best decision ever. My favorite desk by far. I stained it walnut and it looks gorgeous. im moving and need a second desk for the new place so im going right back to home depot for another hardwood reflections butcher block.

@roselucht4583 3 года назад

We’re definitely going with the better one Hardwood Reflections! Can’t wait !

@jesusmendez50 3 года назад

Great video. Let's take a moment to talk about that beautiful lawn. Great grass!

@juanrodriguez7729 3 года назад

Exactly what I was debating. Thanks

@CL-rv9ti 3 года назад

No brainer... Definitely Home Depot!

@death-by-ego Год назад

The ikea countertops have become a trend over the years in the tech space with people wanting to make themselves long desks. Being that these (due to being used as a desk) are never supported in the middle for a large section, I always tell them you will get sag due to weight. And even damage if you use monitor arms. I tell them these are just a thin veneer on top of particleboard. And I tell them for the same price or $50 more, you can get solid wood butcher block from a big box store and grab $15 finish. And it will be far more durable for this application.

@pogolas Месяц назад

No question, the feeling of a solid wood desk or any furniture is different/better. But what about vulnerability to drinks or even fingerprints? Is there a way to seal it? Need a desk for my room and I am on a search.

@davidmwing 4 года назад

God that was painful when I saw the particle board and stickers come out

@MamoonBakeer 3 года назад

Finally someone tells & shows us the truth about how inferior the Ikea countertops are which are made of wood particles glues & pressed together to make it look like solid wood and at a steep price. What a shame!!!

@naegleriafowleri2230 Год назад

Do you sell other birch furniture though? I see on your website about DIY shelves and all, but you don't sell. I'd have to cut it myself which have no experience or tools lol

@jamesd7700 3 года назад

Very impressive little saw.

@chicagojoyrides4474 4 года назад

Thank you!! This was very helpful as I’m going to purchase a butcher block countertop today!! Definitely going with Hardwood Reflections

@HardwoodReflections 4 года назад

Michelle--excellent choice

@daneshj4013 2 месяца назад

Could you have taken the vaneer top from the cut parts of the IKEA ones to make the edge banding?

@diymomma5247 4 года назад

Really helpful! Thank you for sharing! New subscriber here!

@gauravjeet2181 Год назад

Your prices are way better given that its wood most ikea countertops bend as with time the particle boards in the core cant keep up with SOLID WOOD . I am surprised you even have to compete with IKEA as there is no comparision ! one is fake wood topped with veneer and another is SOLID hardwood with alternating wood grain pattern to prevent bending. THERE NEEDS TO BE MORE videos like these out there as you will find lots of people not knowing the quality of an ikea and believing they have hard wood in their kitchen . I AM ROOTING for you ! grt products ....we need you to get the word out more !

@chloedao3868 3 года назад

Thank you. So helpful!

@EricNielsen187 4 года назад

I know this is a promotional video but don't make home owners think they can cut a table top free hand with a circular saw and more importantly there is a cut direction Arrow on that Bosch router. The router chatters and kicks back because you are running it in the wrong direction. No running it clock wise does not reduce chipping. That being said I am picking up a couple of these slabs for a customer over the Ikea ones.

@logicalblueberry Год назад

What type of wood is best for butcherblock countertops? Where to buy?

@sebastian-daquanglocknerjr1883 4 года назад

Was really happy with my block from you guys, though during sanding noticed a lot of imperfections (dents, cracks) on one of the sides. a bit disappointing as I had planned to use that side. I mostly blame Home Depot for their shipping... but still was bummed. Regardless. it makes any ikea product look like a joke and is definitely the way to go

@debbielockhart7762 2 года назад

They all have a side that is meant foe the top and a bottom side.

@DoorKnob890 4 года назад

Nate is routing in the wrong direction. Counter clockwise on outside edges.

@dg2015 3 года назад

What wood would you recommend for the kitchen? Maple?

@jessicag.9385 4 года назад

What saw (brand and size) are you using to cut the countertops? I went to Home Depot and asked to have it cut for me and they refused saying their saw machine was not big enough. I then went to the selection with all the saws and asked which one I would need to cut it from it’s current 74” to what I need which is 54” long. Even then I was told none of their saws would do the job. Yet here you are with what looks like a simple saw cutting the Home Depot countertop.

@GPG7754 4 года назад

All you need is a circular saw. I would suggest a makita 7 1/4 inch size which are around $150 at home Depot but you'll have it for life or you can rent one there for about half that much which I think is a rip off.

@SouthBaySteelers 2 года назад

They cut lumber, ie, boards. This is not lumber. It’s a finished product. Not only that, HD stores have a sliding chop saw. So they were correct in stating their saw isn’t big enough

@michaelhinchey Год назад

Can you custom the size anywhere ?

@HardwoodReflections Год назад

Hello! Our butcher block is 100% solid wood so it can be cut width or length. You will want to be aware of where the stave is if you're cutting length-wise.

@milantoombs6696 3 года назад

Can you get the birch from HD in a 10’ length? Didn’t see it on their web site.

@roselucht4583 3 года назад

We thought we would have to get a ten footer but we don’t watch all the videos on You Tube on Hardwood Reflections SUPER HELPFUL!

@funnyrandomwtfclips9322 3 года назад

What kind of stand are those?

@Stan_in_Shelton_WA Год назад

NEVER cut by hand, always use a guide.

@analarson2920 4 года назад

Nice job, the Hardwood reflections has a darker side, if you choose that most of the knots are cracked and empty so be careful, you can always epoxy it if that is the side you really want. We are trying to consider other options. We missed it so we are just going to use it as its just a top for a room we have for working, the flip side is better, just make sure you oil and condition really well ASAP. For the price and not for my kitchen its an okay choice. For the kitchen I would spend the money and get a quality wood as I never had crack and knot issues before.

@HardwoodReflections 4 года назад

Ana-thank you for the comment. On occasion these cracks may happen. We didn't become successful with irritated customers. I would like to replace a problem. Send me your contact at hardwoodreflections.com

@analarson2920 4 года назад

@@HardwoodReflections I will do that.

@mgena717 3 года назад

Why does he pretend not to know what particleboard is?

@-brian-- 4 года назад

Anyone know the weight difference of these two blocks?

@chrissnyder4439 3 года назад

The Ikea's actually 2 pounds heavier

@terrynhemken5635 3 года назад

Be nice if you guys could get the live edge oiled acacia in stock or at least make the clear coat one made from 100% wood , so people can actually sand it and cut it to make the finish match. Also, use a harder and food safe clear coat on your products. Your products scratch so easily.

@SlicedAsiago 4 года назад

Which Ikea countertop is used in this comparison?

@HardwoodReflections 4 года назад

The Karlby top

@SlicedAsiago 4 года назад

@@HardwoodReflections Thats sad, Ikea are ripping people off.

@kirill_gusev 3 года назад

@@SlicedAsiago Why you say they ripping people off? The title clearly states "veneer"? Not everyone has tools/skills/desire to work on it. Some people prefer ready to install solution. Their choice.

@SlicedAsiago 3 года назад

@@kirill_gusev its a ripoff because it is a over priced veneer on particle board. Home Depot and Lowes are selling solid wood butcher block counters for the same price.

@kirill_gusev 3 года назад

@@SlicedAsiago Again not everyone wants to buy unfinished material and work on it. Besides imagine how much solid walnut block would cost. Some prefer solid, some prefer fancy veneer.

@TheQueQuer 4 года назад

While theres no doubt the quality is higher, these are twice the price as listed on home depot right now..

@HardwoodReflections 4 года назад

In the Home Depot stores the 74" x 25" Hardwood Reflections birch top is $159.00 and the 74" x 25" IKEA Karlby is $149.00 Pretty close!

@TheQueQuer 4 года назад

@@HardwoodReflections Damn, get these prices to canada! the price difference is double here. Can't just be the dollar value either, karlby is $180 here but hardwood reflections is 3-400

@mogdaboi 4 года назад

Is this a joke?

@novaselfdefense364 3 года назад

ok ok, hardwood reflections wins

@elizabethlotter502 4 года назад

Is this a Home Depot ad? Seriously, you could just say that one is a laminate, and as a previous post mentions, not a fair comparison. Do you mention how they are both priced?

@garmbeliblis 4 года назад

He only said 3 times they are priced equivalent.

@HardwoodReflections 4 года назад

Great question. Not a Home Depot add. We are a butcher block company from South Dakota and we sell a lot of product at HD. I was just frustrated that so many people compared our block to IKEA.

@atheren_zethere 4 года назад

@@HardwoodReflections You guys are definitely gaining mind share in the PC community for desk building! Was looking into the standard Karlby+Alex style desk and the sagging in the middle is a well known problem for the particle board. It looks like the Birch for people willing to self finish is gaining a lot of interest! And I have seen reports that even the 6'x2' 1"x 1" pre finished Acacia blocks don't have any sort of sag even with a triple monitor mount in the center. Considering getting one myself soon!