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 number604.927.83
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, extension units 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
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 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.
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 Bookcase604.927.83Advice and care instructions
BILLY Bookcase604.927.83Measurements
- Width: 80 cm
- Depth: 28 cm
- Height: 202 cm
- Max. load/shelf: 30 kg
Packaging
BILLY
Article number604.927.83- Width: 29 cm
- Height: 13 cm
- Length: 206 cm
- Weight: 40.00 kg
- Package(s): 1
Reviews
Great StandardRNever disappoints. Easy to assemble, does what it is supposed to. Little tweaks in the feet and shelving supports have made it even better from my previous Billy bookcase
GoodBenGood,
GoodValerieGood
A great purchase! Affordable, spaciousSheilaA great purchase! Affordable, spacious and beautiful too! Should have bought it sooner!
Okay, but not quite.NicholasIn the middle section of the shelf it has holes only on the front side of the side panels for mounting a horizontal board, but no mounting holes on the back??? Like why?
White cupboardNgEasy to install and plenty space to display items!
Bought to replace an exactLiewBought to replace an exact model that I bought 30 yrs ago.
Cheap, great but with some minor flawsAnonymous reviewerThe Billy bookshelf is excellent for anyone with a small budget, being large and cheap for its size, while looking great. However it does suffer from some faults due to its low price such as not being sturdy and hence tiling quite a bit, and the paint being relatively easy to scratch with something heavy like a rock or sharp like a pen. Despite this, I would still recommend this bookshelf as despite its flaws, it still serves its purpose really well
GoodSenesahGood
…. .Anonymous reviewerYes good
Billy book shelfShirleyGreat n look beautiful
BillyTanI was disappointed with the purchase.
I had to engage someone seperately to install the wall attachment for safety.
Although my purchase also included delivery and installation of the bookcase.
Great buy and happy with the purchaseAnonymous reviewerThis is the first time I bought the furnitures from Ikea. I am always worried that I will not be able to fix it but to my surprise, it's not that difficult at all. The shelves have the step by step instructions so it will never goes wrong.
Jz nice to put at a corner in my houseSukCheap and good
Billy book shelfKFeels so bad and cheap quality
NaRenaNa
Values for moneyAlvinValues for money
Great product.GekGood product.
Quality is goodAndyQuality is good
Nice shelf but with some defectsMaryThere is 3 small size chip area around one of particular plank but doesn’t affect the functionality of the shelve. Is my 2nd purchase and it holds well that’s why I buy again.
Customer reviews
4.7Average rating
179Reviews
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.