The billy bookcase is one of those ikea products that you buy for your dorm room and hold onto for years after graduation. Use the file to smooth the rough edges on the cut ends. The scraphacker had four billy bookcases left over from his poor student days, but they were not a good fit for his grownup apartment. Take a shelf with you and buy a channel that snugly slips over the shelf edge. Billy bookcases are built with a stackable design that allows you to attach new units whenever you need additional storage, just decide on what height suits your space best. Billy is a modern bookcase, now more customisable and used in many more ways than just for books. The tutorial of the day how to build your own closet builtins using a billy bookcase from ikea, a few pieces of mdf, several 1x2s, and a clothing. The door does not fit bookcases purchased in the spring of 2014 or earlier.
This was made entirely on my iphone using imovie last year at this time i was given an incredible tour of the billy bookcase factory in falkoping, sweden. Forget the books use your shelf to store your shoes and. Billy bookcase shelf white 76x26 cm ikea bookcases and. Different wall materials require different types of fasteners. Can be used on the corner unit only if the shelf next to it has no doors. You could take a billy shelf to a paint matching service and get them to mix it up for you. These are the pieces of the small ikea billy bookcase. May be completed with billy height extension unit in the same width for added storage vertically. Its probably the most recognizable product in the canon of ikea merchandise, and its endlessly versatile and adaptable to different rooms and situations. Billy bookcase shelf white 76x26 cm ikea bookcases and shelves. Cut the channel into pieces about 6 inches shorter than your shelf. For this closet i purchased a tall narrow one 15 34x11x79 12. The only reason im giving any stars is because as a shelf it functions but as far as ikea standards go this was a huge let down. I used the recommendation and bought valspar dove white.
Make offer ikea billy bookcase white brand new 002. Now take your 1x2s and cut them the length of the back wall from the wall to the edge of the shelf. Diy ikea billy bookcase built in bookshelves part 2 run. Easy shelf reinforcement for billy shelves ikea hackers. As we see it billy is a dear old friend that is now even better. How to diy upgrade an ikea billy bookcase hometalk. Billybottna bookcase with display shelf, white stained. Billyoxberg bookcase white 80x202x30 cm ikea bookcases. The shelf does not fit bookcases purchased in the spring of 2014 or earlier.
However, the billy bookcases additional height makes a lot of difference. Laura wanted bookshelves, and while we had talked about something clean and modern, i really encouraged her to stick with the period of the house and create something that looked original. We recently moved and ive misplaced the metal shelf support pins for our ikea billy bookcases, so im trying to order replacements. Billy bookcase or other shelves you want to reinforce. Does anyone know the diameter and length of the pins they look like this image. Ikea billy was one of the bestknown bookcases for its reasonable prices and a wealth of finish options. We started out with 5 simple ikea billy bookcases we wanted to create some storage space that wouldnt be on display, so we also bought ikea cabinet doors from kitchen department and attached them on the bottom of some of the bookcases. I wanted our builtins to have cabinets for the tv to sit on and for storage, plus open shelving on the sides, and a top shelf above the tv. Ikea billy, bookcase, white, adjustable shelves can be arranged according to your needs.
Since i wasnt totally sure what i was going to do with it, i just started putting it together following the directions. The units come in different heights, widths and finishes, with adjustable shelves, optional. View and download ikea billy bookcase 80 tall instructions manual online. New listing ekby lerberg ikea shelf white metal bracket wall 301. Mar 10, 2019 ikea estimates they sell one of their billy bookcase every five seconds, which means there are a lot of billy bookcases out there in the world. Get the best deal for ikea bookcases bookshelves from the largest online selection at. And even if its design was great from the beginning, we have improved it over the years. Ikea billy, bookcase, white, this bookcase has a height extension unit, allowing you to make the most of the wall area.
Some people buy a piece of furniture for the history and identity that come builtin. It replaces some shelves i had screwed to the walls and with the new walls i didnt want to put holes in them right away for shelving. On the other hand, billy is more about whats on the inside. How i created my ikea billy bookcase shelving hack. The lights are wired to a switch near the wall baseboard adjacent to the unit, and easily. The making of an ikea billy bookcase apartment therapy. Diy ikea billy bookcase built in bookshelves part 2. Today im sharing a quick and easy tutorial from our last house, kinseys bedroom specifically, that can easily be applied to any reachin closet. A simple unit can be enough storage for a limited space or the foundation for a larger storage solution if your needs change. Sep 08, 2019 i wanted our builtins to have cabinets for the tv to sit on and for storage, plus open shelving on the sides, and a top shelf above the tv. Using an ikea billy hack is a great way to create a stunning bookcase on a budget. She says the valspars cream delight and ivory dust are also very close matches to the ikea white.
Billyoxberg bookcase white 80x202x30 cm ikea bookcases and. Apr 20, 2016 billy bookcase or other shelves you want to reinforce. Homeright sent us a small ikea billy book case and asked us to do our thing to it. Billy stylised as billy is a bookcase sold by the swedish furniture company ikea. Jun 09, 2015 ikea hacks are popular not only in the united states, but all around the world. In case you missed the reveal, you can see that here and here. There are a few different sizes of the billy bookcase to choose from. The units come in different heights, widths and finishes, with adjustable shelves, optional doors and plenty of room for your books or favourite things. The billy bookcase is pretty straightforward to build right out of the box, or you can get creative and make elaborate storage that looks great. How i created my ikea billy bookcase shelving hack melanie. How to build your own closet builtins using a billy bookcase. Billy bookcase desk ikea hack desk embedded in the.
Billy bookcase 80 tall indoor furnishing pdf manual download. The ikea billy bookcase is 40 years old and there are so many great hacks out there that celebrate this birthday. When it comes to hacking great storage, no other ikea product works a room like the billy bookcase. Ikea billy deep bookcase, white, with oak veneer oxberg door 40 x 40 x 202 cm. Sep 03, 20 i painted my entire closet valspars dove white since kate at centsational girl had said it is a close match to ikea white. Ikeas beloved bestseller the billy bookcase is turning 40, and were celebrating with a roundup of the best ways to hack it. Apr 27, 2017 join us at daily creatives to design a lifestyle you dont need a vacation from. Best ikea billy bookcase shelving hacks apartment therapy. Ikeas expedit bookcase is aesthetically superior, and also has a deeper shelf that easily holds coffeetable sized books. Place the shelf exactly where you want it in the closet and anchor it to the wall using the enclosed anchor. The billy also lacks the vertical bracing of the expedit and kallax, so it holds more items per square foot. Personalise your billy bookcase with bottna display shelf and display your favourite photos, magazines or drawings.
If you adapt or personalise such an item, that reduces the value. The wall width that i had to work with was 175cm and as the billy bookcase is 80cm wide, i knew i had space for two of the bookcases. Aug 15, 2010 we recently moved and ive misplaced the metal shelf support pins for our ikea billy bookcases, so im trying to order replacements. It was developed in 1979 by the swedish designer gillis lundgren and ikea have sold over 60 million units of the bookcases worldwide. Its popularity and global spread has led to its use as a barometer of relative worldwide price levels. Billybottna bookcase with display shelf, white stained oak. Ive never had an ikea billy before, so i really didnt know what to expect. Its popularity and global spread has led to its use as.
My billy shelves used 34 inch channel, but test before you buy. It is estimated that every five seconds, one billy bookcase is sold somewhere in the world. I painted my entire closet valspars dove white since kate at centsational girl had said it is a close match to ikea white. Billy can be as small and humble or as big and proud as. Ikea billy, bookcase, white stained oak veneer, shallow shelves help you to use small wall spaces effectively by accommodating small items in a minimum of space. I purchased two of the cheapest versions of the billy available for. Designer gillis lundgren 19292016 when i got the assignment to design a simple, functional and smart storage for books, i couldnt have imagined that billy bookcase would wind up in so many. Today id like to bring you the top 10 creative ideas for ikea billy hacks. Maybe ikea has modified the color since that recommendation was made, but that paint color is much creamier than the billy bookcases i bought in 2017. Ikea billy bookcase 80 tall instructions manual pdf. Ikea billy shelf supports pins pegs fixings all 3 styles in stock genuine parts.
Lauras home already had wonderful, historic bones, but the living space could use a bit more character. Assemble your billy bookcase per the directions with the shelf. Adjustable shelves can be arranged according to your needs. This furniture must be secured to the wall with the enclosed wall anchoring device. May 17, 2017 you could take a billy shelf to a paint matching service and get them to mix it up for you.
But do bear in mind the wood color may alter it slightly. Ikea billy oxberg, bookcase, white, adjustable shelves can be arranged according to your needs. Ikea flysta, shelf unit, white, choose whether you want to place it vertically or horizontally to use it as a shelf or sideboard. Jul 10, 2017 chatelaine home editor alexandra gater transforms her drab, tired ikea billy bookcases into a stylish bedroom focal point using removable wallpaper, fun baskets and cute accessories all on a. Launched in 1979, the billy bookcase system is one of our iconic products. We have brought together the best ikea billy hacks in one place to inspire you to create something amazing.
Take a look at 19 of the best billy bookcase builtins ever. Do you know the measurements for ikea billy shelf support. Usa ikea algot bracket 7, white discontinued item 002. The finish that matched best was the high gloss, so that was. Mosslanda 21 34 white ikea picture shelf brand new and. Designer melanie lissack trimmed them out with decorative molding and wood beading on the edges, and wallpaper on the back, all of which polishes things up quite nicely. After a three hour drive directly out into the heart of the country, we came to a long low building in which every billy bookcase is made. Ikea billy book case height extension units, white, 24x11x14 60x28x35 cm make the most of the wall area with a shelfheight extension unit. Unfollow ikea billy bookcase to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The ikea billy bookshelf is the easiest shelf to build. I needed that color because i had decided to use ikeas billy bookcases the 15. Amy howard at home one step paint i used drama queen. I bought this ikea bookcase to have some shelves in my newly refinished kitchen.
She says the valspars cream delight and ivory dust are also very close matches to. Of course ikea bookshelves arent pure white theyre more of a creamy white so in the end we opted to take one of the spare shelves to home depot and have them do paint matching. Join us at daily creatives to design a lifestyle you dont need a vacation from. A simple unit can be enough storage for a limited space or the. Billybottna bookcase with display shelf, white ikea greece. Amy howard at home pallet in a box i needed one box and had some leftoverthis stuff is awesome because you dont have to disassemble pallets or remove nails, but you totally get the same look.
In the tutorials i found online many people used the ikea billy bookcases. Bookcases free delivery possible on eligible purchases. I assume most of ikeas white furniture pieces are the same shade, so for reference, this was matched to a shelf from the white billy bookcases, and it also is the same white as the hemnes dresser. Owned and operated by a family that has worked with ikea since 1952, the operation was the cleanest.
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