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. How ikeas billy bookcase took over the world bbc news. Its popularity and global spread has led to its use as a barometer of relative worldwide price levels. This furniture must be secured to the wall with the enclosed wall anchoring device, it may be used with or without doors. Narrow shelves help you use small wall spaces effectively by. Key features this bookcase has a height extension unit, allowing you to make the most of the wall area. Billy bookcase dark red 80x30x202 cm ikea bookcases and. Apr 28, 2017 in fact, years ago i tried painting a billy bookcase only to see the paint on it bead right up. Filling in all of those shelf pin holes is an easy, inexpensive upgrade that makes a surprising difference if the look of the entire piece. The basic units are 70 12 inches tall, with one fixed center shelf and four adjustable shelves.
So, we recently revamped our ikea billy bookcase hack and now we love it even. Posted by ria in dining, living room furniture, other in norwich. Lauras home already had wonderful, historic bones, but the living space could use a bit more character. We made a list of the best ikea billy hacks to celebrate the worlds most beloved bookcase. 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 living room.
Jun 23, 2016 17 diy hacks for ikea billy bookcase you should try ikea billy is a bookcase with adjustable shelves that can be arranged according to your needs. However the billy ones have a lot more options, both to fill the space and to mix up the look. Take a look at 19 of the best billy bookcase builtins ever. But recently, i figured out the trick to painting ikea furniture that makes it totally doable. When you take the plunge and buy one for yourself, it comes with their very own billy bookcase instructions, so you can easily put it together. Of course assembling ikea furniture is always super fun, but my favorite part is what we are sharing today. The different color options makes it easier to match to many different kitchen decors and styles. Billy dark red, bookcase with glassdoors, 80x30x202 cm ikea. A simple unit can be enough storage for a limited space or the foundation for a larger storage solution if your needs change. It is inexpensive and versatile, easy add onto and expand, with optional glass or wood doors or additional units.
Billy is a modern bookcase, now more customisable and used in many more ways than just for books. Billy oxberg bookcase with glassdoors, 120x30x202 cm. The one i used for this hack is the tall and skinny version, in a white color. Billy bookcase dark red 80x30x202 cm ikea bookcases and shelves. We have brought together the best ikea billy hacks in one place to inspire you to create something amazing. When it comes to hacking great storage, no other ikea product works a room like the billy bookcase. Mar 28, 2018 billy bookcase with glass doors dark red ikea. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Billy bookcase with glass doors dark red 31 12x11 34x79 1.
The billy bookcase from ikea is an iconic piece of furniture that has been hacked down the many years it has been sold. Furthermore it matches the very popular ikea gnedby shelving unit. Pretty impressive considering we launched billy in. Oct 23, 2008 ikea expedit now kallax bookcase cube display 8 squares, blackbrown 101. Billy can be as small and humble or as big and proud as you want it to be. 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.
Ikeas beloved bestseller the billy bookcase is turning 40, and were celebrating with a roundup of the best ways to hack it. A row of billy bookcases keeps our messy understairs storeroom hidden. Ikea billy bookcase myflatpack bringing ikea to southafrica. In fact, years ago i tried painting a billy bookcase only to see the paint on it bead right up. Ikea white billy bookcase with doors used height 202 cm width 80cm collection only please ikea white billy bookcase bookshelf with glass doors. Please scroll down for full info on the ikea billy bookcase. The billy bookcase is a popular shelf in the ikea lineup. We use the courier guy to deliver our items across southafrica. Billy stylised as billy is a bookcase sold by the swedish furniture company ikea. Action figure display case from stock ikea billy bookshelves since ive moved to. Paint stirrer billy bookcase makeover ikea hackers.
Pretty impressive considering we launched billy in 1979. Ikea kallax shelf unit with 8 inserts blackbrown 4x4 390. Before i dive in, this is a tutorial for painting laminate ikea furniture. It was developed in 1979 by the swedish designer gillis lundgren and ikea have sold over 60 million units of the bookcases worldwide. Billy bookcase dark red 80x30x202 cm ikea even lower prices. Thanks for all the kind words regarding yesterdays post with our ikea builtin bookshelves.
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. Glass doors keep your favourite items free from dust but still visible. Once upon a time, a little bookcase became a beloved classic around the world. But structurally, it has remained the same hardworking. Mar 9, 2018 billy bookcase with glass doors ikea glassdoor cabinet keeps your favorite items free from dust but still visible. As standalone bookcases, the target ones are far more attractive. Billy bookcase with glass doors dark red 31 12x11 3. For this birthday, billy gets three new skins yellow, dark red and beige. The options for storage for billy bookcase are endless. It was perfect for their nursery and here it is nearly 7 years later and we are still loving our ikea billy bookcase hack. Warning though shipping says it will take 6 weeks in the gta not sure about other regions. Its popularity and global spread has led to its use as. Ikea expedit now kallax bookcase cube display 8 squares, blackbrown 101.
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. We have a wall that we are trying to put our tv and some of our bookswe have tons and were leaning toward the hemnes bookcases with bridge and tv unit but i have been looking at the billy and wondering if we could use the tv unit from hemnes and the billy bookcases. Launched in 1979, the billy bookcase system is one of our iconic products. 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. Billy bookcase into minimudroom entry in the homeright bookcase challenge you can still vote here until july 16th. We had a plain white billy bookcase in our bathroom and i wanted to change the looks. Mar 01, 2016 ikea themselves say if you have big books you should choose the narrow billy. This is one of the easiest way to give simple ikea billy bookcases and other flatpack bookcases and cabinets a major update. Even though ikea is shut their sales are still going.
When it comes to hacking beautiful storage, no other ikea product works a room like the billy bookcase. This week i am back with 12 ikea billy bookcase hacks to inspire you before your next trip to 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. Using an ikea billy hack is a great way to create a stunning bookcase on a budget. Bookcases free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Jul 23, 20 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. 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. A simple unit can be enough storage for a limited space or the foundation for.
This week i am back with 12 ikea billy bookcase hacks to. Thats why, although they are called bookcases, we believe they are not for books only. The units come in different heights, widths and finishes, with adjustable shelves, optional doors and plenty of room for your books or favourite things. Iconic ikea billy bookcase gets a seasonal ruby red makeover. Jan, 2020 back in 1979, ikea came out with the billy bookcase and who knew after all these years, it would still be one of their best sellers. Ikea themselves say if you have big books you should choose the narrow billy. Billy bookcase with glass doors, dark red, 31 12x11 3. But every once in a while, you just need a change, right. It is estimated that every five seconds, one billy bookcase is sold somewhere in the world. The best 14 ikea billy hacks for every room in your home.
Adjustable hinges allow you to adjust the door horizontally and vertically. Choose from a range of sizes and colours, including bold red and blues to classic white, black and natural wood. Buy ikea billy bookcase with glass doors, dark red. Billy bookcase with glass doors, dark red, 31 12x11 34x79 12. May 01, 2017 we got creative and created our own ikea billy bookcase hack for a fantastic solution. In case you missed the reveal, you can see that here and here. Mar 28, 2018 billy bookcase with glass doors dark red ikea stay safe and healthy. We have both billy bookcases and target ones in ours house. The best way to fill billy bookcase holes lovely etc. And even if its design was great from the beginning, we have improved it over the years. Spend this time at home to refresh your home decor style.
Ikea s billy bookcase is a staple of budget home decorating. Diy ikea billy bookcase built in bookshelves part 2 run to. Billy bookcase with glass doors, dark red, 31 12x11 34x79. We got creative and created our own ikea billy bookcase hack for a fantastic solution. Its the booklovers choice that never goes out of style. The ikea billy bookcase is 40 years old and there are so many great hacks out there that celebrate this birthday. Ikeas billy bookcase is a staple of budget home decorating. The billy bookcase is one of the tallest ikea bookcases, yet has a slim. Seasonal jewel shades trends is filled with sumptuous fabric choices and rich intense shades, including the new red ikea billy bookcase. Red ikea billy bookcases set up on australias bondi beach in 2010. Its been around for an incredible 40 years and have undergone new colours and accessories, doors and addons. I collected paint stirrers and glued them all onto the sides of the shelf using gorilla glue.
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. See more ideas about ikea billy bookcase, ikea billy and bookcase. 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. This furniture must be secured to the wall with the enclosed wall anchoring device, it. Ikeas humble bookcase epitomises a relentless pursuit of lower costs. In our previous house, we had a wall of 5 billy cases with the height extenders on each one. Billy dark red, bookcase with glassdoors, 80x30x202 cm. 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.
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