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.”
BILLY Bookcase corner comb w ext units, oak effect, 136/136x28x237 cm
Price £ 250
How to get it
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BILLY bookcase is a beloved icon that, thanks to its versatility, can be used in many ways. With this solution, you utilise the home’s corners and add a snug feel, while also enjoying plenty of storage.
Article Number794.835.52
Product details
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.
This bookcase has a height extension unit, allowing you to make the most of the wall area.
The back panel fixes in place with snap fittings – making BILLY easy to assemble and disassemble, so you can bring it when moving instead of buying a new one.
Good to know
Keep in mind that you need enough space between the top of the furniture and the ceiling to be able to anchor the product to the wall.
Product is possible to recycle or use for energy recovery, if available in your community.
May be completed with extra shelves to add storage space.
IKEA of Sweden AB SE-343 81 Älmhult, IKEA.com
Materials and care
Material
Corner fittings
- Steel, Galvanized
Height extension unit
- Top panel:
- Particleboard, Paper foil, Plastic edging, Plastic edging, Paper foil
- Side panel:
- Particleboard, Paper foil, Plastic edging, Plastic edging, Paper foil, Paper edging
- Back:
- Particleboard, Paper foil, Acrylic paint
Bookcase
- Basematerial/ Side panel:
- Particleboard, Paper foil, Plastic edging
- Plinth front:
- Particleboard, Paper foil
- Back:
- Fibreboard, Paint, Paper foil
Care
Corner fittings/height extension unit/bookcase
Wipe clean with a cloth dampened in a mild cleaner.
Wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Safety and compliance
Must be anchored to the wall. Different wall materials require different types of fixing devices. Use fixing devices suitable for the walls in your home, sold separately.
Assembly and documents
Weight & measurements
- Depth: 28 cm
- Height: 237 cm
- Width right: 136 cm
- Width left: 136 cm
- Max. load/large shelf: 30 kg
- Max. load/small shelf: 14 kg
Package details
This product comes as 7 packages.
BILLY
Article Number401.041.09- Width: 20 cm
- Height: 1 cm
- Length: 22 cm
- Weight: 0.24 kg
- Package(s): 1
BILLY
Article Number804.773.95- Width: 38 cm
- Height: 8 cm
- Length: 38 cm
- Weight: 5.20 kg
- Package(s): 1
BILLY
Article Number604.773.96- Width: 38 cm
- Height: 6 cm
- Length: 78 cm
- Weight: 8.38 kg
- Package(s): 2
BILLY
Article Number604.773.82- Width: 39 cm
- Height: 7 cm
- Length: 207 cm
- Weight: 26.15 kg
- Package(s): 1
BILLY
Article Number105.089.32- Width: 30 cm
- Height: 13 cm
- Length: 206 cm
- Weight: 39.60 kg
- Package(s): 2
Reviews
as it say on the tin Anonymous reviewerEasy to build and looks grate
Billy Bookcase Corner Unit in brown WalnutAnonymous reviewerThese bookcases look great in situ, colour is true to the online photo. We have added the panel/glass doors which really makes them look much more expensive, unfortunately you cannot fit a door to the corner unit but this doesn’t detract from the overall look. Good value for the money and not difficult to put together.
Easy to assembleAnonymous reviewerEasy to assemble, but care to level units to fit together. Corner unit brackets push units away from each other therefore leaving small but annoying gap.
Just the jobAnonymous reviewerVery sturdy and bought with another top layer to make it taller. Great size , easily made and looks good. Only issue is the alignment and it’s a known issue. I will address that at a later date. Overall a very good buy with tons of storage.
I personally love this product.Anonymous reviewerLove it. Thank you.
Easy to put together.
Could do with an option to have a hole in the back board for a cable or two. But well recommended!
Good bookcase!Anonymous reviewerThis is really useful product that has done wonders for the storage of books. It would be useful if there was a 'middle' size option for the sections, rather that the sections being large or small in width. When looking for additional sections, there is no middle ground, which may be what is needed.
The extra pieces that are given to build on top of Billy didn't fit the room that it was being created in (not Ikea's problem), however it would have been useful for these to be additionally bought, rather that wastage - I didn't notice this option if it does exist.
As each part of this is 'individual', there were several instructions. It would have been preferable if there was one for the whole creation/product sold.
The Billy Bookcase is greatAnonymous reviewerThe Billy Bookcase is great
Customer reviews
4.7Average rating
7Reviews
I personally love this product.
Love it. Thank you.
Easy to put together.
Could do with an option to have a hole in the back board for a cable or two. But well recommended!
Anonymous reviewer, United Kingdom
Accessories for BILLY
Story
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.”
Material
An updated storage hero
BILLY bookcase has been a customer favourite for over 40 years – but old faithful servants also need to be updated to keep up with the times. We took a closer look at this storage hero and came up with some ideas. One means more efficient use of materials – another makes the bookcase easier to assemble and take apart. The improvements can be hard to see – except on the price tag – which has become even more pleasant reading.