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 / OXBERG
BILLY bookcase is a beloved icon that, thanks to its versatility, can be used in many ways at home. With a panel/glass door you can display items and hide clutter in both your living room and dining area.
Article number194.836.49
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.
A panel/glass door provides dust-free storage and lets you hide or display things according to your needs.
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
Panel/glass door
- Frame:
- Fiberboard, Paper foil, Paper foil, Plastic edging, Plastic edging
- Rail/ Door panel:
- Fiberboard, Paper foil
- Glass panel:
- Tempered glass
Care
Bookcase
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 Bookcase204.927.75Measurements
- Width: 40 cm (15 3/4 ")
- Depth: 30 cm (11 3/4 ")
- Height: 202 cm (79 1/2 ")
- Max load/shelf: 14 kg (31 lb)
Packaging
This product comes as 2 packages.
BILLY
Article number204.927.75- Width: 39 cm (15 ¼ ")
- Height: 7 cm (2 ½ ")
- Length: 206 cm (81 ¼ ")
- Weight: 26.00 kg (57 lb 5 oz)
- Package(s): 1
OXBERG
Article number204.929.02- Width: 40 cm (15 ¾ ")
- Height: 3 cm (1 ")
- Length: 209 cm (82 ")
- Weight: 7.13 kg (15 lb 11 oz)
- Package(s): 1
Reviews
I like them though accordingShirleyI like them though according to my father, more expensive than other of the same kind.
Good craftsmanship. Well-built. Sturdy andRolandoGood craftsmanship. Well-built. Sturdy and stable even if it’s narrow.
Never expected thatDeFirst time to buy furniture here in IKEA. This cabinet shelves surpassed my expectations. I've been buying DIY furniture, especially online, but how IKEA perfectly arranged, sealed and boxed each and every bits of parts of the item amazes me how they document and incorporated each of them to the instructions manual.
Building DIY furniture makes it fun. The no-words illustrations are so unique and will not make you guess that you're lose on track or figure out each parts as ot was carefully planned and includes essential tools to build the item easily.
Tne structure of the shelves is definitely durable and elegantly design. I will for sure come back again soon.
The product is so goodAnaThe product is so good
Best Billy OxbergAnnaI have bought 2 of these. Great for book storage. Glass door allows for aesthetic display Wood door part keeps stuff hard to organize tucked away.
Loved itValuedLoved it
I’ll recommend this product anytimeValuedI’ll recommend this product anytime
very neat and aestheticLynvery neat and aesthetic
Just right for my booksReyJust right for my books
Very good dealLuciThis slim book case is perfect for a corner storage. The half glass door panel if perfect to hid magazines and albums while the top part can hold collections for display. It also comes with an anti-fall bracket for safety.
Good qualityCristinaGood quality
Rate the productJoseVery nice product!
Parts should all be labeled.YolandaParts should all be labeled.
Good QualityPerfect for our living room
Good quality!RheaGood quality!
niceChanice and sturdy
Nice aestheticGlennNice aesthetic
GreatRachelleGreat
Value for money. Good product.JenievaValue for money. Good product. Just that there is one screw missing for the back board.
Z SatisfiedZ
Satisfied
Customer reviews
4.6Average rating
47Reviews
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.