Excellent worktopAnonymous reviewerThe ordering was easy and the delivery worked well. The worktop was used for shelving and is great.5
Not waterproofAnonymous reviewerWe purchased this worktop for our kitchen following a recommendation from the kitchen advisor during our planning appointment, as we really liked its appearance. However, since installation, we’ve experienced significant issues.
Despite taking care to keep the surface as dry as possible, the worktop has started to crack and split. This is particularly disappointing given that it was specifically recommended as suitable for kitchen use.
We would appreciate your advice on how this issue can be resolved.2
karlbyAnonymous reviewerDon’t have a great experience. Bought for new ikea kitchen and very regretted: too delicate, even gentle touch leaves marks. We did not use it yet, just set and have so many defects. It’s not cheap. Please avoid if can. We like only colour of it. 2
don’t buy for kitchen worktop. Anonymous reviewerLooks nice, but very soft and every touch is showing (scratches can’t be removed by using fine sandpaper). we’ve just installed it and I very upset about how difficult is to look after it. try to avoid, don’t buy for kitchen! Our mistake we didn’t read the reviews and rely on ikea kitchen advisor. 1
Good looking but not waterproofAnonymous reviewerLooks amazing in our new kitchen (5 months old) but already has water damage seeping into the joint and delaminated slightly pushing the veneer upwards causing a bump to the edge. Couple of other water stain / rot (where its gone darker). Wish I had known that this was not complete solid wood and made of chipboard underneath as the water has expanded in the chipboard (wouldn't have this exact issue if all solid wood) and to make matters worse its on the custom made to measure part of the worktop - the biggest piece. Have ChatGPT'd resolutions but unfortunately can't undo the damage due to the material. Disappointed but have learnt my lesson. 2
Karlby - Desk HackAnonymous reviewerI used the Karlby worktop for creating a electric standing desk, the finish on the walnut version is brilliant, absolutely love it!5
Top of the pots!Anonymous reviewerI got the worktop at a reduced amount in the Market place. £99 instead of £249! My refurbished utility room looks amazing with these worktops. I bought two. Excellent quality and good looks.5
Bending Anonymous reviewerUsed a few of these over the years as a desk. This one has started to warp/bend unfortunately. Usually a great product, so much so we have 3 in our home and the other 2 are perfect. 1
KarlbyAnonymous reviewerExcellent 5
Looks great but fragile.Anonymous reviewerUsing as a study desk but scratches and dents are appearing with normal use.
I don't think this would be at all suitable for a kitchen, where the wear will be much greater.3
Not goodAnonymous reviewerIts very nice but the fitters made a mess of it when fitting it1
Just the TicketAnonymous reviewerBought for a desk top. Fitted the space perfectly. No cutting required. Nice and firm. No flexing. Very good finish. Nothing else to say m5
Solid Desk TopAnonymous reviewerUsed to make a desk as working from home. Solid feeling, with lots of surface space.5
Very goodAnonymous reviewerVery good5
Looks good, great price andAnonymous reviewerLooks good, great price and good quality. I confess to maybe being a bit naïve though as the worktop isn't completely sealed and therefore stains quite easily.4
KarlbyAnonymous reviewerNice worktop3
Sturdy and looks fantasticAnonymous reviewerSturdy and looks fantastic5
Fantastic worktop!Anonymous reviewerWe bought 4 Karlby oak veneer worktops in an IKEA clearance sale 4 years ago .... reduced from over £100 to just £25 each! They were too much of a bargain to pass by, even though my new kitchen was a distant dream. We unwrapped them and stored them in our insulated shed, laid flat on top of another worktop to avoid any possibility of them bending. We finally managed to buy our Bodbyn kitchen from IKEA 2 years ago, and installed the worktops we'd had in storage. They were in perfect condition then, and still are now. We're now extending our kitchen slightly, and I need more worktop to create a breakfast bar, as well as a couple of Bodbyn doors. Ikea Leeds, I'll see you soon!5
Not water resistantAnonymous reviewerWater has begun seeping into the veneer through imperfections. This worktop is now rotting less than 6 months after installation. All 3 lengths have the same issue and all rotting areas are far away from the where it was cut to install. Keep well away from water, I now need to buy all new worktops which are water resistant.1
Does what it says on the tinAnonymous reviewerBrilliant worktop that looks just like solid wood with an added touch of 'upcycled-ness' because of the core. The upside here is it's pre-oiled and requires less maintenance than a solid equivalent. Absolutely what it says it is: a thick veneer over a chipboard core. The fitters had no issues finishing the ends, as self adhesive cover veneer edges are included: bit of planing, clamping and sanding, and it looks just as if it was a pre-formed edge. Do read what the product is, and actually hold a sample in store, and ask if you are not sure. I love it, thanks IKEA!5
