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 is a beloved icon that, thanks to its versatility, can be used in many ways at home. With glass doors you can display your favorite items while also protecting them from dust.
Article number594.836.28
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.
Glass doors keep your items free from dust but still visible.
The shallow and adjustable shelves help you customize 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 personalize by adding boxes, lighting and your favorite 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.
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.
Adjustable hinges allow you to adjust the door horizontally and vertically.
Good to know
1 stationary shelf and 4 adjustable shelves included.
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.
Materials and care
Material
Bookcase
- Main parts/ Side panel:
- Particleboard, Paper foil, Plastic edging, Plastic edging
- Plinth front:
- Particleboard, Paper foil
- Back:
- Fiberboard, Paint, Paper foil
Glass door
- Frame:
- Fiberboard, Paper foil, Paper foil, Plastic edging, Plastic edging
- Rail:
- Fiberboard, Paper foil
- Door panel:
- Tempered glass
Care
Wipe clean using a damp cloth and a mild cleaner.
Wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Safety and compliance
Handle with care! A damaged edge or scratched surface can cause the glass to suddenly crack or break. Avoid bumps from the side - this is where the glass is most vulnerable.Must be secured to the wall. Different wall materials require different types of hardware. Use fixing devices suitable for the walls in your home, sold separately.
Assembly and documents
Advice and care instructions
BILLY Bookcase204.773.41Measurements
- Width: 80 cm (31 1/2 ")
- Depth: 30 cm (11 3/4 ")
- Height: 202 cm (79 1/2 ")
- Max load/shelf: 30 kg (66 lb)
Packaging
This product comes as 3 packages.
BILLY
Article number204.773.41- Width: 29 cm (11 ½ ")
- Height: 13 cm (5 ")
- Length: 206 cm (81 ")
- Weight: 40.00 kg (88 lb 3 oz)
- Package(s): 1
OXBERG
Article number304.773.69- Width: 40 cm (15 ¾ ")
- Height: 3 cm (1 ")
- Length: 209 cm (82 ")
- Weight: 8.50 kg (18 lb 12 oz)
- Package(s): 2
Reviews
goodJohnwill buy another one
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Product is niceRommelBeautiful and easy to assemble. My collection of toys and petron car toys already display at the cabinet
Excellent cabinetCristinaExcellent cabinet
Cabinet for my bagsJaimeleeProduct is great and easy to assemble. Hi 5 to the delivery guys
Billy Oxberg - as book shelfSabrinaSo happy with this purchase. Looks elegant and keeps the books organized, and dust-free. The shelves can be adjusted according to your preferred height. We weren't the ones who assembled it though because we didn't have the time. But the 2 men who assembled it were very efficient and finished after 30 minutes only (or less). Great buy!
Modern china cabinetIsabelitaI like the style and the quality verygood…
Every visitor tells me t’was so nice… highly recommendable
Very neat looking, good valueReyVery neat looking, good value for money
The Billy/Oxberg is great! MyPearlieThe Billy/Oxberg is great! My books and collectibles were nicely stored. It looks really nice in my room!
Great, thanks.EdwinGreat, thanks.
ProductAliceExcellent
Best shelf for my kidsAnonymous reviewerFinally bought a shelf for my kids’ room. Bagay sa room nila. It complements the Cloudy grey wall and white ceiling.
very nice. simple yet elegant.Mariavery nice. simple yet elegant. very easy assembly too
Very nice bookcaseJamieVery nice bookcase
Very Good ProductGinaVery Good Product
Sturdy, and worth the price!NicoleAesthetic, fits my space very well. I availed the assembly service so I'm not the best person to ask how it had been, but it may be tough for a single person without tools to assemble this shelf.
Sturdy, estitic and fits myJackielynSturdy, estitic and fits my son lego collection
I loved it sooooo much!EstephanieI loved it sooooo much!
Easy to Assemble and Perfect Display for my Collection 🤩AmiLove this product. a few parts only hence easy to assemble. Love the good finish and the whole panel glass that allows maximum visibility of the contents.
very spacious and served itsErmelindavery spacious and served its purpose of organizing my daughter's collections
Customer reviews
4.8Average rating
122Reviews
Accessories for BILLY / OXBERG
Story
An updated storage hero
BILLY bookcase has been a steady customer favorite for more than 40 years – but old faithful favorites 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 use 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 favorite for over 40 years – but even old faithful servants 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 and 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 to see.