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 number594.836.33
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.
May be completed with extra shelves to add storage space.
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
Measurements
- Width: 80 cm
- Depth: 30 cm
- Height: 202 cm
- Max. load/shelf: 30 kg
Packaging
This product comes as 3 packages.
BILLY
Article number204.773.41- Width: 29 cm
- Height: 13 cm
- Length: 206 cm
- Weight: 40.00 kg
- Package(s): 1
OXBERG
Article number004.773.75- Width: 40 cm
- Height: 3 cm
- Length: 209 cm
- Weight: 7.13 kg
- Package(s): 2
Reviews
Billy cupboardClemontIt fits perfectly where I wanted it. Looks neat and organized. IKEA assembly team did a great job.
China CabibetDarleneI really love the finished product. It was also great I could design it with 2 glass doors on top and 2 doors on bottom that can be used for storage. I ordered in white which will match my kitchen cabinets.
Good product.LeongGreat delivery, and they assembled it for me too (I paid for this option)
Delivery was on the right day. Very good
Attractive bookcase. Very easy toDerekAttractive bookcase. Very easy to assemble.
Classic lookClickI love the classic look. I wish there was a way that I could block out the glass.
Practical but I need foodC.Practical but I need food
Billy cabinet with Oxberg doorsPawarisaBilly cabinet with Oxberg doors are easy to assembly and I can do by only myself. My room look more homey with wooden element from this cabinet. Billy helps me to organise things both for display on glass door and hidden messy things under panel door. Love it!
Nice.กมลวรรณNice.
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Doors do not fully close.StevenDoors do not fully close. Had to add my own magnetic closures
Customer reviews
4.9Average rating
35Reviews
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.