Instead of a thin layer of wood veneer, BILLY now has a hard surface of durable paper foil. ”The foil has different printed patterns that look like natural wood and means that less wood is needed to make each BILLY,” says Umut. Using materials only where they are needed is resource-efficient. “And it has meant another positive thing – an even more affordable BILLY.”
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BILLY Bookcase comb with extension units, oak effect, 200x28x237 cm
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BILLY
894.835.37BILLY bookcase is a beloved icon that, thanks to its versatility, can be used in many ways. This solution with extension units utilises your vertical storage space and adds a stylish look to the room.
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BILLY is a versatile bookcase that works just as good as a storage unit and is suitable to use in many different ways at home.
The shallow and adjustable shelves help you customise your BILLY and allow you to use it as you like – for storing everyday items, memorabilia or other things you collect.
BILLY has a simple and timeless design that is easy to personalise by adding boxes, lighting and your favourite items.
The wooden expression with a tactile wood texture brings a warm and natural feel into your home and adds a beautiful and vibrant look to the room.
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Brilliant and easy to assembleAnonymous reviewerLove Billy bookcases. So versatile and easy to assemble. Look great.
AmazingAnonymous reviewerI’ve waited a long time for IKEA to produce a walnut finish on some of their furniture and I was after a bookshelf in walnut and this does the trick for my library
Excellent bookcase, looks smart Anonymous reviewerWe bought two billy and a thinner billy. They look smart in the darker wood and in our space have created a built in look. Easy to assemble and good pattern for the dark wood.
Poor FixingsAnonymous reviewerThe new style of shelf fixings are awful - difficult to install and nowhere near as strong as the old style.
Wish I had bought them years agoAnonymous reviewerThese are brilliant. So easy to put together and look amazing. Loads of storage even though we bought the ones that aren't deep. Totally recommend
I love my new bookcases!Anonymous reviewerI love my new bookcases!
PerfectAnonymous reviewerGave in and joined the hordes of people who has purchased Billy bookcases. Love how they fit so well.
Love it so versatileAnonymous reviewerLove this bookcase fitted in a pantry for shelving and it looks amazing
VersitileAnonymous reviewerSo easy to put together and adapt to my exact needs
Billy bookcaseAnonymous reviewerEvery time we move we buy Billy Bookcases, a great product, has been admired by everyone and had a few friends wanting to copy. Great value for money and look really good.
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An updated storage hero
BILLY bookcase has been a steady customer favourite for more than 40 years – but old faithful servants also need to be updated to keep up with the times. We took a closer look at BILLY and came up with some ideas. One of them means more efficient use of materials, and another makes the bookcase easier to assemble and take apart.
“BILLY was introduced in 1979 and has helped millions of people to organize books and other things in the home. But the world has changed a lot since then, and even popular big-sellers need to adapt to new demands and ways of living,” says Umut Ates, one of our co-workers.
Paper means smarter use of raw materials
Easier to assemble and take apart
BILLY fits just as well in the living room as in other areas of the home – the office, dining room or library. It’s easy to expand and combine with other furniture. But one thing that has had potential for improvement is how the bookcase is assembled and taken apart. “Previously, you had to nail about 50 small nails to get the back panel in place, but that’s history now. Instead, you snap on the back panel without any tools,” explains Umut. It also makes it easier to disassemble BILLY without damaging it if you move or want to resell your bookcase. “The improvements have made BILLY more adaptable – it can keep up changing life situations – and it wouldn’t surprise me if this storage hero is as popular in 40 years as it is today.”
