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 never goes out of style. Thanks to its versatility you can use it in many different ways at home – regardless of whether you store books or everyday items in it.
Article number804.773.38
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.
Make it even more personal by adding doors, allowing you to both hide and display things. In this way your BILLY can get new functions and a new look as your style and living situation changes.
A single unit can be enough storage for a limited space – but you can add more bookcases and shelves to create a larger storage solution if your needs change.
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.
Designer
Gillis Lundgren
Good to know
2 adjustable shelves included.
May be completed with doors; available in different colours and designs.
May be completed with extra shelves to add storage space.
Product is possible to recycle or use for energy recovery, if available in your community.
Materials and care
Material
- Basematerial/ Side panel:
- Particleboard, Paper foil, Plastic edging, 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 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
Assembly instructions
BILLY Bookcase804.773.38Advice and care instructions
BILLY Bookcase804.773.38Measurements
- Width: 80 cm
- Depth: 28 cm
- Height: 106 cm
- Max. load/shelf: 30 kg
Packaging
BILLY
Article number804.773.38- Width: 29 cm
- Height: 15 cm
- Length: 108 cm
- Weight: 22.05 kg
- Package(s): 1
Reviews
Good size product. Used itLimGood size product. Used it to store shoes.
Nicely looking quality feelElkeThe white Billy has improved a lot. Not cheap looking any more. Nice elegant feel.
My go-to shelf alwaysAnonymous reviewerBilly system has been my go-to shelf system for years back when I was in University and I've recommended to anyone that's looking for a sturdy shelf for heavy objects like books. Installation system has gotten better over the years.
Excellent bookshelfMichaelVery sturdy and useful product. Price is also good. I have bought 5 already to store my grand children's books and toys.
White Color in good priceAlan$10 cheaper than the other colors
Go for the white one
BILLY cabinetLaybrought this cabinet and the glass door to place it in our service yard. Look awesome!!
It a bit shaky afterW.It a bit shaky after completed of installation
Billy book caseDaisyWorth the buy. I put it on top of a big writing table, placed against the wall. A good shelves for books etc
Billy bookcaseVery nice design. Simply looks great in my room. They function as described too.
Great billy. Used for ourRozanaGreat billy. Used for our books & as a partition.
DurableKokDurable
Classic old favorite that could be betterLohI've always liked the simple design of the Billy bookshelves however due to the less than sturdy materials used the shelve boards will sag in due time under the weight of the books and the backboard will warp and pop out of the joints. I wished that Ikea would sell accessories to help reinforce the shelves such as pre-cut boards to reinforce the shelves by distributing the weights and planks to steady the back boards. These would definitely help to extend the life and utility of the shelves.
Well fit into my smallNgWell fit into my small study area
Billy BookshelfPengNot rigid, still shaking after assembling
Best bookcase everChenMy favourite bookcase from IKEA
disappointedEleanorcorrectly assembled but this bookcase is extremely unstable (very shaky). the joints are all loose.
The backing ends up bendingAlfonsoThe backing ends up bending backwards and falling.
The shelfs also bend if many books are placed, and even the whole structure shifts sideways.
Good and solid and usefulRobertGood and solid and useful as book shelf
Sturdy bookcaseSBought 3 of these to hold all my hefty books and so far, no drooping. Overall would recommend this bookcase.
extra book shelf for bedroomGavinToday we got smaller size bedroom, this came handy for modern housing, a small book shelf can let the kids read more books
Customer reviews
4.6Average rating
91Reviews
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.