So I have been wanting to building a desk post grad out of college, but I need some opinions on what options I should choose. I really want just a linear, relatively deep desk probably around 30'' deep, 72'' in length. However, I am having difficulty choosing between those butcher block styles (i.e. something from ikea with the particle board or whatever, or something that is completely solid from Home Depot or something). The other option is my friend has a bunch of very long oak planks that are what I believe looked like 2x12 or 2x10 planks. The planks would be free, but I have little to no experience woodworking, but I am willing to try and I know people with the tools to do so. Would they be relatively equal in sturdiness? Would one be better than the other? Let me know, what you all would recommend. Thanks!