Ok, so when i say built, i had a little help from ikea. The billy bookcase is a popular shelf in the ikea lineup. Ikea billy bookcases come in height variations from tall at 93. Add to cart add to cart add to cart add to cart customer rating. We have all adored the top to bottom huge book libraries and shelves in many movies. Billy bookcase hack with library ladder the lilypad cottage. Ikea billy bookcase hack built in bookcase billy bookcases bookshelf ideas library shelves ikea billy hack wall shelves ikea shelving hack ikea pax hack the best ikea hack ive ever seen get inspired by some impressive bookshelf ideas. Sauder beginnings 5shelf bookcase, soft white finish. Billy ikea ikea billy bookcase hack bookshelves built in billy bookcases built ins ikea shelf hack cube bookcase bookshelf styling decorate bookshelves. Ikea billy bookcase hack for loads of storage and style. Billy stylised as billy is a bookcase sold by the swedish furniture company ikea.
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. I showed it to my husband and he agreed that they would look great in my soon to be office although, i am pretty sure he wasnt even aware at the time that i was transforming the formal living room into my office. This tutorial adds the enchanting sliding ladder to the billy bookcase wall. Ikea billy bookshelves hack source top 5 bloggers with awesome ikea living spaces says. Buy ikea billy bookcase and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. I had seen many an ikea billy bookcase hack out in the blogosphere, so i knew how good those composite and laminate shelves could look after a little dressing up. Ikea billy bookcase 40th anniversary yellow limited edition new. Adjustable shelves can be arranged according to your needs. The ikea billy bookcase series is a classic design with an emphasis on functionality and flexibility. But recently, i figured out the trick to painting ikea furniture that makes it totally doable.
Its popularity and global spread has led to its use as. Ikea s billy bookcase is a staple of budget home decorating. I had seen many an ikea billy bookcase hack out in the blogosphere, so i knew how good those composite and laminate shelves could look after a. Give a complete ideal look to your living room with this ikea billy bookcase hack. Ikea billy shelf supports pins pegs fixings all 3 styles in stock genuine parts. We used the oxberg doors for hidden storage underneath. The best 14 ikea billy hacks for every room in your home.
Jun 26, 2015 ok, so when i say built, i had a little help from ikea. We were looking for midheight bookcases with glass doors for our living room, at a reasonable price. Billy can be as small and humble or as big and proud as you want it to be. But every once in a while, you just need a change, right. We made a list of the best ikea billy hacks to celebrate the worlds most beloved bookcase. We have brought together the best ikea billy hacks in one place to inspire you to create something amazing. Billy white, bookcase with panelglass doors, 80x30x202 cm ikea. First of all, you can create a lot of configurations. The billy system is designed to adapt to many types of spaces and uses. Our ceilings are 9 ft tall so i grabbed 2 of the original billy bookcases and 4 of the extensions packs. Thats why, although they are called bookcases, we believe they are not for books only.
So, we recently revamped our ikea billy bookcase hack and now we love it even. Discover our billy modern bookcase series, modular by design and a flexible storage unit that can be used for more than just books and not just within your. Sauder beginnings 3shelf bookcase, highland oak finish. Learn how to use basic ikea pieces to create a totally custom look with loads of storage and style. Before i dive in, this is a tutorial for painting laminate ikea furniture. Narrow shelves help you use small wall spaces effectively by accommodating small items in. It is inexpensive and versatile, easy add onto and expand, with optional glass or wood doors or additional units. The billy bookcase is one of the tallest ikea bookcases, yet has a slim. Adjustable shelves, so you can customise your storage as needed. Its the booklovers choice that never goes out of style. Billy is a modern bookcase, now more customisable and used in many more ways than just for books. When it comes to hacking great storage, no other ikea product works a room like the billy bookcase. If youd like to see more of our process, check out the playlist below.
Ikea billy bookcase hack with shiplap angela marie made. Explore our bookcase range, including small and white bookcases. Heres the full tutorial on how we made our custom built in bookcase made from ikea billy bookcases. Pretty impressive considering we launched billy in 1979. The basic units are 70 12 inches tall, with one fixed center shelf and four adjustable shelves. May 06, 2015 i am so excited to share our ikea billy bookcase hack. See more ideas about ikea billy bookcase, ikea billy and ikea. I fell in love with the bookcases the makerista shared. I started with 3 ikea billy bookcases and modified them to look custom. Ikea billy bookcase hack for loads of storage an style tasha over at kaleidoscope living is sharing her diy for an ikea billy bookcase hack that has tons of storage but high end style. Its been around for an incredible 40 years and have undergone new colours and accessories, doors and addons.
Narrow shelves help you use small wall spaces effectively by. This furniture must be secured to the wall with the enclosed wall anchoring device, it. Billy bookcases with grytnas glass doors ikea hackers. It was perfect for their nursery and here it is nearly 7 years later and we are still loving our ikea billy bookcase hack. But structurally, it has remained the same hardworking. In fact, years ago i tried painting a billy bookcase only to see the paint on it bead right up. This furniture must be secured to the wall with the enclosed wall anchoring device, it may be used with or without doors. Ikea get the prices down and you increase sales we created that demand, not the consumer, says stenebo, who quit ikea in 2008. I showed it to my husband and he agreed that they would look great in my soon to be office although, i am pretty sure he wasnt even aware at the.
This ikea billy bookcase built turned out beautifully. Its popularity and global spread has led to its use as a barometer of relative worldwide price levels. It was developed in 1979 by the swedish designer gillis lundgren and ikea have sold over 60 million units of the bookcases worldwide. This diy builtin billy bookcase project gave me an affordable way to create a customcabinetry feel for our home library. 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. Ikea billy bookcase is a simple unit with enough storage for a limited space or a foundation for a larger storage solution if you need it, and adjustable shelves can be arranged according to your needs. How to make a diy walltowall bookcase an ikea billy. Using an ikea billy hack is a great way to create a stunning bookcase on a budget. We got creative and created our own ikea billy bookcase hack for a fantastic solution. Its one of ikeas best selling pieces of furniture of all time, and definitely one. This bookcase has a height extension unit, allowing you to make the most of the wall area.
The ikea billy bookcase is 40 years old and there are so many great hacks out there that celebrate this birthday. Ikea billy book case, black brown sauder beginnings 5shelf bookcase, soft white finish tangkula 5shelf bookcase, 23. Take a look at 19 of the best billy bookcase builtins ever. Billy bookcase is one of the most popular items by ikea, and there are many ways to hack this simple piece. Narrow shelves help you use small wall spaces effectively by accommodating small items in a minimum of space. Our ceilings are 9 ft tall so i grabbed 2 of the original billy bookcases and 4. Once upon a time, a little bookcase became a beloved classic around the world. Ikea billy bookcase library hack ikea billy bookcase, ikea. May 01, 2017 this ikea billy bookcase hack is as pretty as it is functional.
Ikea billy bookcase library hack ikea billy bookcase. Because the surface of the bookcase is laminate and almost like plastic, you need an oilbased primer to prevent peeling of the paint and to provide coverage. Every nine out of 10 people in the uk own ikeas billy bookcase. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. 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. The different color options makes it easier to match to many different kitchen decors and styles. I am so excited to share our ikea billy bookcase hack. Spend this time at home to refresh your home decor style. It is estimated that every five seconds, one billy bookcase is sold somewhere in the world. For this birthday, billy gets three new skins yellow, dark red and beige. Closetmaid 505 decorative 6shelf premium hutch bookcase, white. Brilliant ikea billy bookcase hacks the cottage market. Ikeas billy bookcase is a staple of budget home decorating.
Mixing the billy bookcases along with a dresser type bottom adds a ton of high end style especially when you use the technique that is described in detail in. Aug 21, 2015 billy bookcase, white, 80x28x106 cm grytnas glass door, offwhite, 40. 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. Billy bookcase, white, 31 12x11x79 12 80x28x202 cm. Ive always wanted to try it and i was scared, but it really is as easy as it looks. Prime your ikea billy bookcase with a shellac, oilbased based primer and let it dry. Billy bookcase, white, 94 12x11x41 34 it is estimated that every five seconds, one billy bookcase is sold somewhere in the world. The ikea website uses cookies, which make the site simpler to use. This stepbystep tutorial makes making walltowall bookshelves easy. The one i used for this hack is the tall and skinny version, in a white color.
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