Kitchen islands add beautiful and functional accents to any home space. Incredibly versatile, they add valuable storage space, counter prep room, and often additional seating. Available in a variety of stones and colors, kitchen islands are highly customizable to match your personal interior design.
Unfortunately, installing furniture can cost a lot of money, from furniture sales commissions to high contract fees. In response, crafty DIY enthusiasts have invented a variety of hacks to achieve the benefits of coveted kitchen features. A popular TikTok by @madkal3 uses his home depot workbench as his kitchen island at a fraction of the price of a traditional one. Check it out below.
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Fun features of the worktop kitchen island
As you can see in the video, Maddie's mother is very excited about her creative discovery. Her featured Husky brand workbenches come in a variety of sizes, colors, and finishes, and all come with extremely useful features, including:
- 15, 18, or 20 drawer storage
- Height adjustable (38-48 inches)
- 6 outlets and 2 USB ports
- 6 casters for movement
- ball bearing soft close slide
- Keyed lock for security
- 3 year warranty
Other considerations for worktop kitchen islands
So, can a traditional kitchen island do all that? Probably, but it can cost thousands of dollars, compared to the Husky workbench's $1,208 price tag. If the price is still too high, readers also suggest going with this stripped-down $450 stainless steel Seville Classics version.
And yes, both workbenches are aesthetically different from traditional islands. However, you can compromise by choosing a solid wood worktop rather than a marble or granite worktop and still get plenty of storage and utility.
Other uses for Home Depot workbenches
Finally, if you're curious about some of Workbench's more industrial features, the commenters on the TikTok post might be able to help. Many people suggest removing the casters for a more grounded look. Additionally, you can apply mineral oil to the top and treat it as a butcher's block counter to emphasize its homely feel. If none of these options apply to you, you may want to consider building your own kitchen island.
