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 panel/glass doors you can display items and hide clutter.
Article number894.836.36
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.
Panel/glass doors provide dust-free storage and let 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.
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 Bookcase604.927.83Measurements
- 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 number604.927.83- Width: 29 cm (11 ½ ")
- Height: 13 cm (5 ")
- Length: 206 cm (81 ¼ ")
- Weight: 40.00 kg (88 lb 3 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): 2
Reviews
NiceKristineNice
My daughter loves it!🥰MirasolMy daughter loves it!🥰
. . .Valued. . .
Timeless classicMaxsimGreat piece. Easy to assemble and looks good anywhere
ExcellentEvaExcellent
NiceChatNice
Product is great. Packed properlyValuedProduct is great. Packed properly and looks good
On line purchaseCarmelivalue for money and quick delivery
BILLY/OXBERG REVIEWEricThe Billy/Oxberg bookcase is beautiful in its simplicity. I use it as my bar and as a display for my figurines and plate collection.
Love it, looks classy thoughAngelitaLove it, looks classy though its not too expensive.
Solid materials. I just wishMarySolid materials. I just wish the wood finish was like my wardrobe and not a different shade so that they matched, or there were more wood finish options.
MLMiaPerfect. I love it.
Perfect for my book collectionMarioPerfect for my book collection
Value for MoneyCan be used for a variety of functions not just a bookcase.
Perfect size, good qualityJanineWe used it in the kitchen instead of in the office so you can definitely use for kitchen as well. We'll buy another one for the office 😊
Delivery and installation services was great! Quality of the item is as expected too.
Neat display and organizationM.Simple, slim but looks nice and can fit a lot!
Hopefully it will come with separate doors for the glass/top part and the covered/bottom part.
.Giselle.
Affordable storage optionCatherineI bought this to display and segregate my coffee and tea sets. It is relatively easy to install. I would recommend bolting it to the wall for security. Good value for money. 5/5
Compact bookshelfMarioThis is a perfect for my books
satisfiedDaveto a customer that lives far away from ikea, this is the best way to own ikea products which are of quality and value for money
Customer reviews
4.8Average rating
114Reviews
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.