Minimal DIY Butcher Block Top Desk Tour

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  • Опубликовано: 23 авг 2024

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  • @iamjasonthompson
    @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +19

    Ok do me a favor, every time I say table top.. pretend I’m saying counter top. Thanks 😊.

  • @Reedalot1
    @Reedalot1 2 года назад +1

    I’m looking to make a new desk with electric legs and Home Depot table top. Searched RUclips and this was the first thing to pop up, helps me a lot. Thanks man

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  2 года назад

      Excellent glad it helped, good luck with the build!

  • @alfredogomez7864
    @alfredogomez7864 3 года назад +7

    Bro, u give me Ja Rule vibes. Love the table top btw. Thanks for the content. 💯💪🏼

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +3

      Thanks for checking it out man. Good luck if you’re thinking about building one yourself. I get the Ja Rule thing ALL the time bro. 😆

  • @carolinelvsewe
    @carolinelvsewe 3 года назад +3

    Nice, clean looking set up....

  • @c.burnsidejr.4877
    @c.burnsidejr.4877 3 года назад +3

    Nice.. I am upgrading my desk, thanks for sharing.

  • @amitdini1
    @amitdini1 3 года назад +2

    Excellent...!!
    It really looks cool...Jason👍
    Especially the way you managed cables into tiny rack below table..😎

  • @tinamarie8699
    @tinamarie8699 Год назад

    Thank you. Just found your video. Working on a similar situation. Great inspiration. Take care.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  Год назад

      Awesome! Good luck with your build! Thanks for checking out the video!

  • @sneakycroww7732
    @sneakycroww7732 2 года назад

    yo that "don't buy things you don't need" hit home lmaooo im over here tryna spend 200 for a counter top desk

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  2 года назад

      Hahahaha right? Spend too much time online and you just start dreaming up things to buy.
      I have to say I use this desk for 60% of my day.. daily.

  • @richardburchett
    @richardburchett 2 года назад

    I liked this review/turtorial. I've got a desk at home that a cabinet maker did in between two built-in book cases. I never liked the painted wood desk top and I've been looking for something to make a natural wood top out of. I got turned on to the idea of using a butcher block counter top as a good solution. Yours looks great, so I want to try and get the same finish. I'm really big on how a surface feels to the touch, so I'm glad you described that and what you used to finish it with. Thanks for suggesting the keyboard as well.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  2 года назад +1

      Richard thanks for checking out the content! It really makes creating videos when they actually help! Good luck with your build!

  • @AlexanderRichterTD
    @AlexanderRichterTD 3 года назад +1

    Love this video! Great personality. 💚
    Greetings from the Matt-Gang!

  • @tiltonR2
    @tiltonR2 2 года назад

    Beautiful top my dude

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  2 года назад

      Thanks it’s holding up too. No complaints so far!

  • @nathanwaters1689
    @nathanwaters1689 3 года назад +1

    Great video, and thanks for the gudie! I'm in the same position. Tried IKEA, no hope going down that road, so turned to home depot and found your video.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for checking it out. I like how it turned out. Be warned. This desk will have more of a matte feel. (Unless you put your own epoxy or finish on it) but I love mine still. Good luck with the build!

  • @dustinmarlowe
    @dustinmarlowe 2 года назад

    That's beautiful. Really elegant and simple. Love it.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  2 года назад

      Thanks Dustin! It’s still working out really nice for my needs. Happy hunting if you’re looking to build.

  • @garethellison01
    @garethellison01 2 года назад

    I think that looks way better than the IKEA. It gives it an authentic rustic look. I've ordered custom oak table from Etsy with live edges to give it it that smooth waved edges and extra rawness. Hopefully looks awesome.
    Good job tho. Great work station.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  2 года назад

      Thanks man! Yeah that’s exactly what I wanted. Everything straight out of the store was too glossy or too “finished” sounds like that too from Etsy will be perfect 👌🏾 good luck with it. Let me know how it goes

  • @PcGamer292
    @PcGamer292 3 года назад +1

    Very helpful video brother thanks a lot!

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад

      Glad it helped! Thanks for checking out the content.

  • @NedaSvrakic
    @NedaSvrakic 3 года назад +2

    Looks awesome!!

  • @thegreatgambino
    @thegreatgambino 3 года назад +1

    This was helpful. 😁👍🏼

  • @MrAndyNich
    @MrAndyNich 3 года назад +1

    Just made a very similar desk. Looks nice. Got my butcherblock top from Home Depot.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +1

      Thanks! Yeah the fact that I could pick this up locally was a major key. I was eager to get this project done. Thanks for watching

    • @MrAndyNich
      @MrAndyNich 3 года назад

      @@iamjasonthompson i built mine for my Wacom Cintiq. I work from home becuase of the whole Covid thing. So I built one. It looks nice.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад

      @@MrAndyNich excellent! You do digital art? I’m trying to get into it

    • @MrAndyNich
      @MrAndyNich 3 года назад

      @@iamjasonthompson yeah fulltime.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад

      @@MrAndyNich that’s dope! I’m still a software engineer but would love to do something creative to pay the bills. Good for you bro. 💪🏾

  • @jenniferfarsh675
    @jenniferfarsh675 3 года назад +2

    Perfection.

  • @godfatherswipe9780
    @godfatherswipe9780 Год назад

    Yo This Is Nice AF 🔥

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  Год назад

      Thanks man!!! It’s still holding strong. And I don’t even use the butcher block oil as much as I should. I did update my chair. That one is TRASH after a long working session

  • @DBZnetwork
    @DBZnetwork 3 года назад

    Great video man. I’m going to Home Depot now 😤👍🏽

  • @hardiaziz9015
    @hardiaziz9015 3 года назад +1

    amazing great video thank you

  • @alteredalias6231
    @alteredalias6231 3 года назад

    Love the vibe on this video.If you havent chose a chair yet, let me suggest a armless drafing chair that has a back, as well as a metal footring around the bottom. They normally have massive padding with reclining and support for many frontwards and backwards sitting postures

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад

      Hey thanks! I did end up getting an ergo chair 2 but it’s still too much “chair” if you know what I mean. So I’ll defiantly check this out.

  • @quitefar03
    @quitefar03 3 года назад

    I came to see if you show how easy/difficult was it to make drills through the block to connect to the motorized legs. Can you share your experience? Thanks in advance

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +1

      Hey it actually wasn’t that hard. It came with some wood screws. The MAJOR THING you need to make sure is that the screws aren’t longer than the butcher block. Wood screws are really sharper. Using this with an electric drill .. they just went right in. Good luck on the build!

    • @quitefar03
      @quitefar03 3 года назад

      @@iamjasonthompson thank you

  • @calhouny
    @calhouny 3 года назад +1

    Awesome video, man. Appreciate you sharing the tips! I'm planning out my butcher block custom build too, looking at the pre-finished ones from Home Depot. Haven't decided on color. Yours looks amazing, which wood & stain color did you go with?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +1

      Thanks man! Acacia Brown. I think I linked the exact one in the description. You’ll see that the brown in the photo isn’t exactly the same. It was pretty finished. Just remember there’s not a thick layer of lacquer or epoxy/resin on it like most store bought desks. Honestly I like the more matte feeling this has though. The conditioner was enough for my taste.

    • @calhouny
      @calhouny 3 года назад

      @@iamjasonthompson thanks for the reply! you rock. I’m with you on the matte finish over the laquer/epoxy finishes. You tipping the scale for me, I pulled the trigger on two of the Acacia Brown countertops from Home depot today. Can’t wait to set them up next week. Grateful for your video and feedback.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +1

      Hope it turns out great man.

  • @stevenlucas7930
    @stevenlucas7930 2 года назад

    For the butcher block, besides doing conditioner did you do much Else to it?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  2 года назад

      No I didn’t, it still looks good. I don’t oil it as much as I should to be honest.
      But with no epoxy on it, it has a nice rustic matte feel to it. Which is kind of what I was going for.

  • @zachl1978
    @zachl1978 3 года назад +3

    Hey Jason - I just ordered one of these myself (pre-finished). Do you use anything else besides butcher block conditioner to soften the touch up a bit? And what was the process like for applying the conditioner? Just one coat on the top and then let it sit for 24 hours? Thanks and great video.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +2

      Thanks for checking out the content! Yep mine was was pre finished too. I basically added a layer, let the wood drink it up for 30 min then added another. And then let the 3rd coat sit for a day. I’ve heard you have to keep applying it like once a month. Honestly I haven’t done that and it’s still smooth. It was super dry feeling right out of the paper

    • @zachl1978
      @zachl1978 3 года назад +2

      @@iamjasonthompson Great to hear thanks for sharing. So no other products used besides the conditioner?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +3

      @@zachl1978 nope. You can throw on just plain mineral oil if you just want to keep adding. But it’s not necessary in my opinion. That conditioner has some in it anyway

    • @zachl1978
      @zachl1978 3 года назад +2

      @@iamjasonthompson awesome thanks!

  • @rajee11397
    @rajee11397 3 года назад +1

    Can you link the tabletop from Home Depot?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +1

      It’s in the description but looks like it formatted weird here ya go
      bit.ly/HDcountertop

  • @bjansson
    @bjansson 2 года назад

    Replacing my old monolithic desk for one of these two. Really interested in your desktop would finishing. Since I sit at my desk 10 to 12 hours a day I don't want to smell fumes or have any oily gunk on my arms. The butcher block conditioner is still working your you?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  2 года назад

      It is actually. I don’t reapply it nearly as much as I should but the finish on the block is fine and hasn’t gotten too dry despite my negligence. The wood drinks up the conditioner and you Have a dry odorless workspace. I wanted a matte actual “wood” feel and it’s still holding up.

  • @digytl
    @digytl Год назад

    Did you have to screw the flexispot frame into butcher block?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  Год назад

      Yep the screws aren’t too long and shouldn’t split the wood

  • @terribletruth8201
    @terribletruth8201 2 года назад

    What legs did you use? That's what I'm curious about. Lots of butcher block or desk top pieces of wood out there, but which leg set is the best, who knows.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  2 года назад +1

      Yeah I should have focused on this a bit more in the video. My bad trying to get better at planning vids. Here’s the one I’m using
      amzn.to/3d6C5uK

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  2 года назад +1

      Is it the best? Probably not but it was affordable when looking at other options. I didn’t want to pay too much because after a certain price point.. I probably should just buy a complete desk

    • @terribletruth8201
      @terribletruth8201 2 года назад

      @@iamjasonthompson Thanks. Yeah I wouldn't want to spend a ton of money either. But at least with the butcher block you're getting solid wood and not particle board or laminate.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  2 года назад

      Yep. Exactly. Good luck with your build!

  • @bonnydavis6730
    @bonnydavis6730 3 года назад

    How do you feel now brother ? Hope you feel much much better !!

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад

      Thanks for asking! I’m much better now. I suffered a relapse in late July/early August but I have fully recovered from that as far as I can tell. Hope you’re well!

    • @bonnydavis6730
      @bonnydavis6730 3 года назад

      @@iamjasonthompson :: Great to hear that you have fully recovered. Cheers . I am okay but scared.

  • @AnhLe-bg7oh
    @AnhLe-bg7oh 2 года назад

    Hey awesome desk! Kind of an odd question, I have the exact same Honda Accord as you do and saw that you were able to transport a 6' top, do you think an 8' top would fit then lol? How is the clearance inside?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  2 года назад

      Thanks! Hahah, you’re not the first person to ask. So I had to lay down the back seats and use that little slot that actually goes into the cabin. Honestly I feel like 8’ would be like 1 foot too long unless you lower the passenger seat all the way down and angle it a bit to the right.
      Good luck!
      Hondas are super reliable aren’t they? 😄

  • @TheRichardsRevealed
    @TheRichardsRevealed 3 года назад

    What up bro. Just wanted to check out your channel. This is Ivan from my video journey post in no small creator.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +1

      What’s up nsc fam. Thanks for checking out the content

  • @metalskinn460
    @metalskinn460 Год назад

    Great video! I had a question since I am thinking of getting the same countertop to do a DIY desk. Was the only thing needed that wood conditioner? How well is that holding up?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  Год назад +1

      Hey thanks for checking it out. Yes the conditioner is all I use. There’s no epoxy ok this one but I like the natural feel. You’re a supposed to keep conditioning it regularly, I haven’t been great about it and it still looks fine. I wanted a non glossy look. Otherwise I would have went with the ikea Karlby or whatever, years later I’m not having any issues with the countertop! Good luck with your build

    • @metalskinn460
      @metalskinn460 Год назад

      @@iamjasonthompson awesome, I am definitely going this route then. Giving you a sub, thanks for replying!

  • @Jason-ni7ws
    @Jason-ni7ws 3 года назад

    I ordered the same butcher block but the 7ft instead. I think I am just going to use regular table legs from home depot to set it up with.
    Are you concerned about the monitor mount scratching up the desk? I thought about using the vevo reinforcment bracket to prevent that but not sure if it would work.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +1

      The mount has a think piece of felt or rubber on the top that makes me not worry too much about it. The bracket is not a bad idea. As long as it’s tight and isn’t wiggling around I think it will be fine. Second I’m not really worried about that part of the desk as it will indefinitely have the mount on it

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +1

      Let me know how the build goes ..I actually read the comments 😆

  • @giino8544
    @giino8544 2 года назад

    When ordering the Flexispot frame does it just come with the frame? & where did you order it from? Also What model of Flexispot did you get?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  2 года назад +1

      Yep just comes with the frame. Here’s the exact one I got amzn.to/3kXgvMh

  • @garybootsjr2195
    @garybootsjr2195 3 года назад

    dude, i was in the market to buy a desk but after looking for a while, i couldn't find what i wanted. Gonna just make my own, it'll be cheaper and more fun anyways. I hop on youtube to get some tips and ran across this vid, Dope! this is pretty close to what i envision. thanks for the vid man! :hits subscribe button:

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад

      Thanks for the support my dude! Good luck with the build! Let me know how it goes.

  • @pratikmaharjan7802
    @pratikmaharjan7802 3 года назад

    Hey Jason - Great video but a quick question, did you get the standard or the island version? Thanks and stay safe

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for checking out the vid Pratik. This is the standard 6ft. There’s a link in the description (not sponsored)
      But man I just looked at the site. This thing has gone up in price unfortunately. I got the lite oak stain. I didn’t pay 300 USD I think back when I made this vid the 6ft was like 200. Probably a lot of home improvement/ desk builds driving up the price. Shop around a bit before you buy!

    • @pratikmaharjan7802
      @pratikmaharjan7802 3 года назад

      @@iamjasonthompson Thanks Jason for your response! Yes I have been shopping out for almost 2 months now 😆 but man, loved you video. Take care and stay safe

    • @pratikmaharjan7802
      @pratikmaharjan7802 3 года назад

      @@iamjasonthompson Also, when I used the link, it showed me the standard version and not the island version. So, I am assuming you got the standard?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +1

      @@pratikmaharjan7802 yep hahah didn’t answer your question. Sorry the price change distracted me. Yup it was the standard. Let me know how the build goes! You stay safe as well my friend

    • @pratikmaharjan7802
      @pratikmaharjan7802 3 года назад

      @@iamjasonthompson Haha no worries. Thanks a lot brother! Will make sure. Take care

  • @OscarsAGrouch
    @OscarsAGrouch Год назад

    Did you use any kind of poly on the countertop?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  Год назад +1

      No, because I didn't want that shiny look. I'm still using this today and I love the finish. I do have to be careful and not put cold or hot drinks on it, but you have to do that anyway. I wanted a 'natural' wood matte look and feel. If it gets too dry or ashy I apply the conditioner i mentioned in the vid.

    • @OscarsAGrouch
      @OscarsAGrouch Год назад

      @Jason Thompson I like the natural look as well. Have you noticed any new checks or scratches? How often have you had to reapply the conditioner?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  Год назад +1

      @@OscarsAGrouch nothing new. On it I don’t do anything heavy duty on it. Just tech on the desk mostly. So you’re supposed to apply the conditioner like once a week for a month then once a month for a year or something like that. I’ve applied it like 4 times randomly while cleaning over the last few years. I haven’t had any issues. If you get a darker wood like European walnut , you won’t even need a stain.

  • @enarcs
    @enarcs 3 года назад +1

    Hi Jason! I’m interested in getting a butcher block counter top for my new desk set up. How much did that exact top cost you? Looking to get the exact same one it’s so clean!

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +1

      Awesome. I’m loving mine still. I think it was about $159 or so. Here’s the exact one I bought
      bit.ly/HDcountertop

    • @enarcs
      @enarcs 3 года назад

      @@iamjasonthompson thanks for the link! Gonna head over ASAP. 🙏🏽

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад

      Nice good luck with the build. Links for all the other stuff if in the description.

    • @enarcs
      @enarcs 3 года назад

      @@iamjasonthompson Thank you, sir, appreciate that. My desk frame just came in today so it's go time!

    • @enarcs
      @enarcs 3 года назад

      @@iamjasonthompson Sorry one last question, how does the conditioning process work? How do I apply it? How many coats? How much time in between coats?

  • @whisper1776
    @whisper1776 3 года назад

    Mr. Thompson how are you doing as of now? Any lingering symptoms?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад

      Much better. Symptoms hung on for a long time and I ended up having a relapse in late July. But currently I’m symptom free. I lost my sense of smell for a bit but it was only for a week or 2. I hope you’re well!

  • @charmerxxx
    @charmerxxx 3 года назад

    Would you say it's harder or softer than say the birch?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад

      Seems like it would be softer. Though I don’t have any birch side by side to compare. Like if you dropped a fork on it you would make small dents ya know?

    • @charmerxxx
      @charmerxxx 3 года назад

      @@iamjasonthompson Thanks Jason. I like it. Looks terrific man. Walnut way pricey. Ikea never in stock. Birch might not stain up. I figure knock this down with a little 0000 steel wool and hit it with a few coats of polly. I just trade stocks. I'm not cooking meals!

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад

      Hahah right on. Yeah you’ll want some Polly or epoxy on this one. I didn’t use any and it has more of a matte / dry feel to it. I don’t mind it though.

  • @XMON888
    @XMON888 3 года назад

    Where did you get the legs? Any link?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад

      Yep it’s in the description but I’ll drop it here ...Basically this one amzn.to/3kXgvMh
      But weird I’m not seeing the one with the memory settings anymore.

  • @Jason-ni7ws
    @Jason-ni7ws 3 года назад

    Well I ordered my coutnertop and it arrived damaged, the corners were all beaten up. I returned it and got a refund. I think I am going to go with the Hardwood Reflections 8ft Sapele block and cut it down to 7ft.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад

      Ugh that sux. Yeah i was a bit bummed that mine had an imperfection on it. But it wasn’t that bad. I blame the shipping and handling folks. Good for you, you didn’t settle like i did. Are you doing unfinished? Nice name by the way.

    • @Jason-ni7ws
      @Jason-ni7ws 3 года назад

      @@iamjasonthompson Well my new plan is to buy the HardWood Reflections 8 ft dark walnut and then cut a foot off, finish it and attach the hairpin legs.. I'll use the foot that I cut as a cutting board or a platform for my pc.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад +1

      @@Jason-ni7ws got ya. Sounds like a plan. Best of luck on the replacement

  • @annaarze603
    @annaarze603 2 года назад

    Links not allowed on phones

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  2 года назад

      What do you mean? You can see any of them in the description?
      Under Desk Cable Management: amzn.to/36A0Tcu
      Long Display Port Cable: amzn.to/36ydtJu
      HP Display Link 4K: amzn.to/34sSjtk
      A LOT of Cable Ties for a low price: amzn.to/30wnnrd
      Cable Management Sleeve: amzn.to/3lpLMXx
      Butcher Block Countertop: bit.ly/HDcountertop
      Logitec MX Master 2: amzn.to/2GszOgC
      Monitor Stand: amzn.to/34mL4mR
      Keychron K2 Keyboard: amzn.to/30vSYcm
      Headphones: amzn.to/3jx69RI
      Flexispot Standing Desk Frame: amzn.to/3kXgvMh
      LG 4K Monitor bit.ly/lg4kmonitor27inch
      Xbox One X: amzn.to/2Gyv5Ki

  • @MrSubielove
    @MrSubielove 3 года назад

    working from home for 10 years? damn what kinda work do you do? Only been working from home since march due to covid.

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад

      I’m a software engineer, I’ve had several roles in software delivery actually. Most of the time teams have been remote or in multiple places in the US. How do you like it? It can be great or drive you insane...

  • @kdxtreme7479
    @kdxtreme7479 3 года назад +1

    You look like ja rule

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  3 года назад

      I get that all the time lol. Thanks for checking out the content man.

  • @FloppyBread
    @FloppyBread Год назад

    What case?

    • @iamjasonthompson
      @iamjasonthompson  Год назад

      Not sure I can find the exact one but this is just about the equivalent from Flexispot
      amzn.to/3ZxSDmf