How to get it
It is estimated that every five seconds, one BILLY bookcase is sold somewhere in the world. Pretty impressive considering we launched BILLY in 1979. It’s the booklovers choice that never goes out of style.
Product details
Shallow shelves help you to use small wall spaces effectively by accommodating small items in a minimum of space.
Adjustable shelves; adapt space between shelves according to your needs.
A simple unit can be enough storage for a limited space or the foundation for a larger storage solution if your needs change.
Good to know
Min. ceiling height required: 205 cm.
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.
1 fixed shelf and 4 adjustable shelves included.
May be completed with BILLY corner fitting to form a stable corner unit.
May be completed with doors; available in different colours and designs.
May be completed with extra shelves to add storage space.
May be completed with BILLY height extension unit in the same width and depth for added vertical storage.
Product is possible to recycle or use for energy recovery, if available in your community.
IKEA of Sweden AB SE-343 81 Älmhult, IKEA.com
Materials & care
Material
- Basematerial:
- Particleboard, Paper foil, Plastic edging
- Side panel:
- Particleboard, Paper foil, Melamine foil, Plastic edging
- Plinth front:
- Particleboard, Paper foil
- Back:
- Fibreboard, Paint, Paper foil
Care
Wipe clean with a cloth dampened in a mild cleaner.
Wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Safety & compliance
Assembly & documents
Assembly instructions
BILLY Bookcase502.638.38Advice & Care instructions
BILLY Bookcase502.638.38Measurements
- Width: 40 cm
- Depth: 28 cm
- Height: 202 cm
- Max. load/shelf: 14 kg
Packaging
BILLY
Article number502.638.38- Width: 39 cm
- Height: 6 cm
- Length: 207 cm
- Weight: 24.30 kg
- Package(s): 1
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Material
What is particleboard?
Particleboard is made from recycled wood and sawmill leftovers – so wood pieces with the wrong shade, woodchips and sawdust become a resource instead of possibly being discarded. We use boards for things like bookcases, bed frames, sofas and kitchen frames. To protect from wear and moisture, we apply varnish, veneer or foil that adds to the furniture's look.
Designer thoughts
Designer thoughts
"When I got the assignment to design a simple, functional and smart storage for books, I couldn’t have imagined that BILLY bookcase would wind up in so many homes across the world. I remember being especially pleased with the adjustable shelves and the depth of the bookcase – perfect for books. We were also able to transport it in a flat pack - an idea I was actually first to develop. The bookcase is one of my favourites and I hope it will be around for many more years."