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.”
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BILLY / OXBERG Bookcase with panel/glass door, black oak effect, 40x30x202 cm
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BILLY / OXBERG
794.836.46BILLY 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.
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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 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.
This product is made up of more than one component. You can find the details of these components below.
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This half clear glass isChuaThis half clear glass is very nicely designed. I used it to display all my Lego toys and medals.
good and sturdyChuaEasy to set up and install.
Overall good. But wood willJoeOverall good. But wood will warp and bend when heavy books are place. This happens on all Billy bookshelves from ikea. Due to wood density weak in support.
good size and shapeYukIts compact size and shape allows it to be placed almost anywhere.
thin and tall but canMarithin and tall but can put a lot of small stuff especially the books and some stationaries.
Perfect fitKartiniPerfect fit
Not worthAshaNot worth
Gotta put heavy stuff atVanessaGotta put heavy stuff at the bottom shelf if not the cabinet will be shaky/wobbly
Great discounted priceSaihooGood value..at discount price
Good qualityLowPrompt delivery.. staffs were skilled in installing the bookshelf. Thank u..🤗
FeedbackCheeInstallation steps are not very clear. I got mixed up the front and back of a panel and can't be undone.
Door is not very aligned with the frame, slightly slanted towards one side
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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.”