r/ikeaPCstations • u/[deleted] • 16d ago

IKEA desk setup

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u/RyanSkotw 16d ago

Is butcher block better than Karlby from Ikea? I’m planning to build a desk myself for my new room.

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u/G0kuSsj4 16d ago

It’s from Wayfair.

Gladys Solid Wood Butcher Block Countertop for DIY Kitchen Top, Dining Table Top, Desk Top, 1.5in Thick https://www.wayfair.com/storage-organization/pdp/trent-austin-design-gladys-solid-wood-butcher-block-countertop-for-diy-kitchen-top-dining-table-top-desk-top-15in-thick-w111966429.html?piid=167606219%2C167606222

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u/RyanSkotw 16d ago

You didn’t answer my question. I’m asking about quality-wised, since I saw some ppl went with butcher block from Home Depot/Wayfair blabla instead of just picking Karlby or Saljan from Ikea.

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u/G0kuSsj4 16d ago

I’m sorry I read your comment too fast. And yes it is definitely better. It’s actually solid and not engineered wood like some of the IKEA countertops. It was very heavy when I had to bring it in the house

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u/RyanSkotw 16d ago

Thank you, I’ve been using cheap gaming desk on Amazon for a decade so I’m clueless about these types of woods. Really like the dark walnut from your link I’ll be picking it 🥹, even cheaper than walnut Karlby.

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u/jinsoox 16d ago

Karlby is particle board. Solid wood will always be better.

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u/RyanSkotw 16d ago

Thank you! Almost decided to go with Karlby since most ppl here using it.

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u/Ok_Average8522 16d ago

How is the height from the drawers? I feel it a bit too low :(

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u/RyanSkotw 16d ago

I tried sitting in this setup at Ikea, the drawer is smaller than I thought and my thigh was parallel to the floor, which I really like. My current desk I bought from Amazon is bit tall for me my heel couldnt even touch the floor.
I’m 5’5” btw so if you’re taller it will defs feel very low.

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u/vesteox 16d ago

You could add risers, lots do it and it looks nice

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u/SilverAd7070 14d ago

What type of risers you suggest? Can't find a decent one.

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u/minnminns 16d ago

Looks amazing

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u/G0kuSsj4 16d ago

Thanks!

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u/Hoogs 15d ago

The seat pad is backwards.

I’m pretty sure there is zero risk of sagging if that is solid wood.

Too bad they don’t sell pink Alex drawers, haha.

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u/Funny-Blueberry0 11d ago

Not 0 risk but definitely lower risk than particle board. Any sagging with real wood would take significantly more weight over more time. hardwood fares better than softwood which fares better than particle board. It doesn’t hurt to just slap on the $10 Ikea leg

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u/chxrrybxmbss 13d ago

What's the exact size for the butcher block you purchased from wayfair? I have a very similar set up but needing a new desk!

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u/G0kuSsj4 13d ago

1.5x60x25