Before i dive in, this is a tutorial for painting laminate ikea furniture. When it comes to hacking great storage, no other ikea product works a room like the billy bookcase. Oct 26, 2017 every nine out of 10 people in the uk own ikea s billy bookcase. We have a myriad of styles of bookcases, and if you want to narrow your options to something more specific than your current filter of color. We used 4 billy bookcases with the height extenders and left off the backs and 1 narrower billy bookcase with height extender in the middle.
Ikeas billy bookcase is a staple of budget home decorating. Liatorp bookcase with glass doors, white, 37 34x84 14. Billy bookcase into minimudroom entry in the homeright bookcase challenge you can still vote here until july 16th. To say that they are copies is a bit of a lie though, as the iconic piece has changed a bit since it first saw the light of day in 1979. Noz design adding lights to bookcases is always a practical decision. Green, such as finding bookcases by brands like sandusky cabinets or. Kristina of ich designer created a series of these sliding doors for her billy bookcases.
Brilliant ikea billy bookcase hacks that will inspire you to create your own library, reading nook, closet space and so much more. Ikea billy could be a transparent bookcase that showcases the beautiful color of a wall behind it. Thats why, although they are called bookcases, we believe they are not for books only. The billy bookcase from ikea is one of the brands most popular pieces of furniture, that over the course of the past 36 years has been sold in over 41 million copies all over the world. It was perfect for their nursery and here it is nearly 7 years later and we are still loving our ikea billy bookcase hack. Hi, mary, i actually didnt successfully pull it out, but unlocked it at just the right spot and you can pull it off the screws and then turn it around. See more ideas about ikea billy, ikea billy bookcase and bookcase. If you adapt or personalise such an item, that reduces the value. Billy bookcase dark red 80x30x202 cm ikea bookcases and. This stepbystep tutorial makes making walltowall bookshelves easy. If youre looking for bookcases for sale online, wayfair has several options sure to satisfy the pickiest shopper.
Furinno 5tier reversible color open shelf bookcase, whitegreen 11055whgr. I painted my entire closet valspars dove white since kate at centsational girl had said it is a close match to ikea white. Billy bookcase with glass doors, dark blue, 31 12x11 34x79 12. Apr 28, 2017 but, if you have a billy bookcase or any of the other super popular ikea pieces that are laminate, read on. So, we recently revamped our ikea billy bookcase hack and now we love it even. What people have created using ikeas billy bookcases. Its one of ikeas best selling pieces of furniture of all time, and definitely one. The billy bookcase from ikea is an iconic piece of furniture that has been hacked down the many years it has been sold. I was really excited to participate, and you can check out all of the different bookcases here. Ikea bookcase kids awesome 30 genius ikea billy hacks for your inspiration 2017 ikea billy bookcases painting back of white book shelf to help tie it in to existing red shelves. Ikea s billy bookcase is a staple of budget home decorating. Jan 19, 2012 ikea green billy bookcase with glass doors available feb 2012. Billy bookcase 80 tall indoor furnishing pdf manual download.
This week i am back with 12 ikea billy bookcase hacks to. Since the 40cm shelf span is shorter than a besta, the shelf depth is smaller, and the construction sturdier ive just erected one billy and four bestas the billys are heavier for their volume, the back is nailed on, and two shelves are located with hooks. Ive been working on the ikea billy bookcases this week and got them all put together, so i wanted to share a bit of that process with you in case youve never put together anything from ikea before. Billy is a modern bookcase, now more customisable and used in many more ways than just for books. But every once in a while, you just need a change, right.
Homeright recently asked me and a few other blog ambassadors to participate in a fun design challenge where we would put our own personal spin on an ikea billy bookcase. This ikea billy bookcase built turned out beautifully. This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. How to make a diy walltowall bookcase an ikea billy. 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.
Ikea themselves say if you have big books you should choose the narrow billy. Sofas sofa beds bookcases open shelving units living room storage besta series tv benches rugs single beds double beds quilt cover sets wardrobes wardrobe pax system interior organisers hooks and hangers chest of drawers dressing tables and shoe cabinets children storage system children small storage storage boxes and baskets mirrors curtains home desks office desks office chairs dining. This week i am back with 12 ikea billy bookcase hacks to inspire you before your next trip to ikea. A simple unit can be enough storage for a limited space or the foundation for.
The door has the same plywood on the back, this keeps the door from sagging. Come and explore all the different creations that are possible when you get the right combination of these bookshelves for your needs. Green bookcases if youre looking for bookcases for sale online, wayfair has several options sure to satisfy the pickiest shopper. 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 homes across the world. She used osb, which makes the diy look modern and functional, while remaining super affordable.
Greg sadler unboxing ikea billy bookshelves youtube. Green, such as finding bookcases by brands like sandusky cabinets or trent austin design just use the filter options. Armchairs bathroom furniture batteries bed frames bookcases boxes and baskets candles ceiling lamps and spotlights chairs and benches chest of drawers children. Its popularity and global spread has led to its use as a barometer of relative worldwide price levels. Fix up billy without the back board and without the middle shelf 2.
Billy stylised as billy is a bookcase sold by the swedish furniture company ikea. These affordable and magically longlasting shelving units are some of the most popular items year after year, and with new options like the white stain and light brown hemnes classic and the liatorp glassdoor bookcase, they are excellent statement pieces to refresh any room in your home. Billy bookshelf, board 76x75cm, 2 tablelegs vika kaj, screws, 4 screwing angles, edge tape description. Take a look at 19 of the best billy bookcase builtins ever.
This means that there may sometimes be differences between the documents you download and the versions that come with the product. I needed that color because i had decided to use ikeas billy bookcases the 15. If you have purchased a solid wood piece, the extra step of priming with the right primer shouldnt be necessary. It is inexpensive and versatile, easy add onto and expand, with optional glass or wood doors or additional units. Pretty impressive considering we launched billy in 1979. Styled green home office shelves are fixed over green shaker cabinets fitted. Ikea sells a ton of options when it comes to the billy system and its easier to navigate those options in the store than online. 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. Unfortunately, billys sleek looks and slender price tag are. You can surely find you desired bookshelves and bookcases here at ikea online store.
You can use our shelving units to protect and show off your precious porcelain sets, the finest glassware, or store your unique collection, for example. It is estimated that every five seconds, one billy bookcase is sold somewhere in the world. Some people buy a piece of furniture for the history and identity that come builtin. Billy can be as small and humble or as big and proud as you want it to be. Ikea billy bookcase 80 tall instructions manual pdf.
These are ikeas 12 bestselling bookcases huffpost life. It is one of ikea s cornerstone products along with the likes of the malm and the kallax there are so many ways you can customize the billy bookcase with a hack and there have been so many creative projects doing just this, shared by their creators. Office makeover part 1 building in billy ikea hack. Visit ikea for a great selection of affordable bookshelves and bookcases in a variety of. Save ikea billy bookcase with doors to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. We got creative and created our own ikea billy bookcase hack for a fantastic solution. Black grey white brown beige red pink orange yellow ivory green blue purple gold silver multi clear bronze. The billy series is among the most popular in the u. The delicate shapes and details are reminiscent of country living. Brilliant ikea billy bookcase hacks the cottage market.
Complete your closet with ikeas pax wardrobe system without doors featured in many sizes and combinations, create an attractive display of your belongings. Ikea offers bookcases with a wide range of selections, for example, bookcases with glass doors, display shelves and panel. And a big thank you to amy howard at home for providing me with free paint for this project. Its popularity and global spread has led to its use as.
Once upon a time, a little bookcase became a beloved classic around the world. Ikea bookcase kids awesome 30 genius ikea billy hacks for your inspiration 2017 ikea billy bookcases painting back of white book shelf to help tie it. Dec 09, 2015 the billy bookcase from ikea is one of the brands most popular pieces of furniture, that over the course of the past 36 years has been sold in over 41 million copies all over the world. The basic units are 70 12 inches tall, with one fixed center shelf and four adjustable shelves.
Its one of ikea s best selling pieces of furniture of all time, and definitely one. Billy can be as small and humble or as big and proud as. Ikea besta suspension rail mount 22568 for floating wall cabinets 101. Ikea debuted its classic and cleanlined billy bookcases in october of 1979, and 30 years later, still produce one every 15 minutes. Glass doors keep your favourite items free from dust but still visible. How to replace a billy bookcase back home guides sf gate. Billy bookcase dark red 80x30x202 cm ikea bookcases and shelves. 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. Discover recipes, home ideas, style inspiration and other ideas to try. A simple unit can be enough storage for a limited space or the foundation for a larger storage solution if your needs change. View and download ikea billy bookcase 80 tall instructions manual online.
To say that they are copies is a bit of a lie though, as the iconic piece. But, if you have a billy bookcase or any of the other super popular ikea pieces that are laminate, read on. Billyoxberg bookcase white 80x202x30 cm ikea bookcases. This is a personal video in which i unbox a set of ikea billymodel bookshelves which i install in or new apartment in milwaukee in addition to talking about the product itself, i discuss the. Shop ikeas signature billy bookcase series for the ultimate customizable storage solution with adjustable height options and long lasting quality. Putting together ikea billy bookcase southern hospitality. Install middle shelf not in the middle but at an appropriate height for your desktop i chose 75cm. They move on casters with the help of a ushaped channel she affixed to the front of the shelves. May 01, 2017 we got creative and created our own ikea billy bookcase hack for a fantastic solution. How to hack sliding doors for ikea billy bookcases. Spend this time at home to refresh your home decor style. Billyoxberg bookcase, white sales price on september 2, 2019. Bookcase w hght ext utpnlglss drs, brown ash veneerglass.
Furinno 5tier reversible color open shelf bookcase, white green. Billyoxberg bookcase white 80x202x30 cm ikea bookcases and. Billy oxberg bookcase with panelglass doors, 160x30x202 cm. Dec 08, 2015 this is a personal video in which i unbox a set of ikea billy model bookshelves which i install in or new apartment in milwaukee in addition to talking about the product itself, i discuss the. It was developed in 1979 by the swedish designer gillis lundgren and ikea have sold over 60 million units of the bookcases worldwide.