HOUSE OF WORKTOPS - Solid Walnut Kitchen Worktop, Length: 1M 2M 3M 4M, Thick:40mm, Premium Walnut Kitchen Worktops (1.5M x 620mm x 40mm (Pre-Oiled))

I’ve had this solid wood worktop just over 1 year now and loving every bit of it. It is made to high quality and very sturdy no issues or whatsoever. Because of this and the competitive price I decided to still rate it 5* despite below small short falls.However, there were visible wood imperfections and clear / visible wood glue marks / even a tiny top surface chipped but seller was very quite to address the issues.Finally, hope seller had updated packaging since my order as it came with a thin sheet of cling film no other protective packaging - I was glad the whole unit made it to me without damage!

Based on the price and reviews already posted so far for these worktops from House of Worktops, I decided to give them a go for a 2mx720mmx40mm worktop without oil pre-applied. I was then going to apply Osmo to it and finish it myself as a sit/standing desk.The ordering process was pretty painless without any issues and was recommended to go for edge profiling.Delivery was a bit trickier as I was moving into a new flat on a specific date and ideally wanted it delivered on that date or soon afterwards, but House of Worktops have their own delivery vans which deliver once a week so didn't get much choice in the matter. Either way, on the day of delivery we were kept up to date with where the order was which was great. To the actual delivery itself, the guys managed to park with the sliding door in a hedge. I get the impression they are very stretched for time with the deliveries as they didn't bother moving it but instead rushed and tried to get it over the hedge to the flat doors. As the worktop is only wrapped in thin cling film it left a lot marking when the desk hit against the frame of the van. Fortunately the majority of this was able to be sanded out (with a lot of effort!). It was also probably somewhere in the T's&C's, however after they got the worktop into the block of flats, it was promptly dropped on the floor and they left before I could ask any questions.Anywho.. After getting the desk inside I could inspect it. There were quite a few areas which I'm not very happy with. Namely, where staves join on the edges, lots of them are unfilled and require filling, sanding etc. The worktop edges were quite battered particularly on one corner, again this could mostly be sanded out, but it all adds up to a ton of prep time.The biggest annoyance is that one side of it was completely ruined by what looks like a ton of filler that's been slapped over one of the staves. It's incredibly unsightly, and unfortunately means I was left with hoping the other side was in a good enough condition to use. Fortunately it was and after yet more prep, then coating in Osmo PolyX, I'm happy enough with it. There is the odd imperfection that I know about which couldn't be fixed (strangely one end of it is bowing along the short edge), but overall it does look good and I can live with it.I think if I had had more time and didn't need a desk to be able to work I likely would have asked for a replacement.

I made a mistake in my order to house of worktops. The amazon page lists oiled and unoiled worktops alongside each other; and unfortunately its difficult to order multiples or variations after you have customised the worktop.This isnt the fault of HOW rather amazon's site could do with a tweak - if you are ordering multiple worktops take care to check they are all the same. The good news is HOW checked the order HOW called and asked if that was correct; and a few minutes later we had corrected my order.This maybe should cost a star; but the service was so friendly I didn't. The day of delivery wasn't forewarned; but it took 4 days from order to delivery.;My worktops were delivered by two friendly drivers - in HOW parka's - before 9am on a Sunday. They did send me a text message to say delivery was happening which included live tracking; only it was 90 minutes before delivery. Not ideal solution.The worktops themselves shipped in just a plastic wrap without any edge protection but they were in perfect condition. I ordered them to act as a desk; so had all the edges rounded and the edges and all the surfaces have lovely smooth finish.The oil does give them a darker color which I like; it should also protect against the inevitable spill. I did't buy mine for the kitchen; but when the time comes to replace my kitchen I might get the full stave version.

I brought this to update my sons bedroom and for the price I cant fault this in fact the top side is flawless and not only that it arrived within 24 hours. forget ikea at this price all you'll get it laminate. very happy with this product and the service. well done house of worktops.

One side unusable , filler in too many places . Best side wasn't the best either . 2 or 3 areas look like they have been lightly hit with a hammer , some sloppy joints , 1 corner chipped . If i wasn't in a rush to finish the job , hadn't already cut it down and never had an amazon voucher to use up i would have definitely asked for a replacement or refund and went elsewhere. Also 2 of the 3 pieces i cut down have bowed . Fairly disappointed really but i guess it'll do the intended job .

Given everything that has been going on my wife and I decided we need a comfortable workspace so opted for height adjustable desks (flexispot, can’t recommend them enough). Ordered the frame and then couldn’t find a desktop we liked. Then we saw the listing for these. They are absolutely beautiful quality and arrived in 2 days!! Even with specific cut requirements. I went for the 720mm 3m length and kept the off-cut for a little table for the printer. I recommend you use Polyx oil to finish. Light sand and apply as per instructions. Gives you a lovely Matt finish that cures super hard after a week or 2. Couldn’t be happier with this worktop and I will be ordering 12m of the same when I redo my kitchen in a few months. Excellent value.

Delivery was great as it had a tracker, it might be nice to know how many stops before.Overall the wood is fantastic. There are a few places where there are imperfections in the wood and wood glue had been used to fill in some gaps. I had a rounded edge, the one edge was a bit pitted so I put that up against the wall. I oiled and sanded myself and finished with 240 grit and it is really smooth.