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, 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 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.
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 fixed 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
- Basematerial/ Side panel:
- Particleboard, Paper foil, Plastic edging, Plastic edging
- Plinth front:
- Particleboard, Paper foil
- Back:
- Fibreboard, Paint, Paper foil
Panel/glass door
- Stile:
- Fibreboard, Paper foil, Paper foil, Plastic edging, Plastic edging
- Rail/ Door panel:
- Fibreboard, Paper foil
- Glass panel:
- Tempered glass
Care
Bookcase
Wipe clean with a cloth dampened in 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 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
Advice and care instructions
BILLY Bookcase604.927.83Measurements
- Width: 80 cm
- Depth: 30 cm
- Height: 202 cm
- Max. load/shelf: 30 kg
Packaging
This product comes as 3 packages.
BILLY
Article number604.927.83- Width: 29 cm
- Height: 13 cm
- Length: 206 cm
- Weight: 40.00 kg
- Package(s): 1
OXBERG
Article number204.929.02- Width: 40 cm
- Height: 3 cm
- Length: 209 cm
- Weight: 7.13 kg
- Package(s): 2
Reviews
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Billy ClosetJayExtremely useful and well finished product
NiceSunnyNice
Billy cupboardPatriciaThe cupboard material is good too
The product length is fineOngThe product length is fine but the storage space is a bit too narrow.
nice and solidJoeinice and solid
Legendary billyAwadhIt carries it's name in IKEA. So of course it's good. I had it from my previous house too. It last me very long.
BILLY / OXBERGAnonymous reviewerMaybe can concentrate the weight of the cupboard.
It was really light. Moreover you provide a hook to the drill and tighten to the wall. However you know there were a piece of floor tile that will paste at the floor. And screw the cupboard to wall will make the cupboard look not straight and not nice.
Best bookcase everChenFavourite bookcase from IKEA, able to customise to my style and have half displays and half storage.
Great productTomohiroGreat product
NaSaravanaNa
Loved itSwatiLiked the storage capacity. Looks good too.
Nice cabinetTayFinally I can arrange my items nicely in this beautiful cabinet. 🤗
Good qualityHEasy to install. Nice color. Only thing is the handle it’s too small that it slip into my hand. I’m so scared that the glass might break.
Satisfied!WarisaraThis product fits right in with the vibe of our workspace. It's made from good material and is great to use.
Pleasant to look. Opted forAngPleasant to look. Opted for installation to save time but it looked easy to assemble.
I wish that it will have a deeper version than 26cm IKEA only make available so that we can store luggages.
Besta is deep but don't have tall doors.
Assembly serviceLimBilly shelve is great, except the back board don’t seem to be sterdy. I paid for the assembly service but the assembly person say I need to pay extra for them to nail the cupboard to the wall in order for it not to fall infront . Not sure why I still need to pay extra for this
NiceShahidahPerfectly for my house.
Great book shelf at affordable price and good quality installationOngBilly is always the best choice for bookshelves. Thanks IKEA
:)Leon:)
Customer reviews
4.8Average rating
113Reviews
Accessories for BILLY / OXBERG
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.