BILLY Bookcase, white, 31 1/2x11x79 1/2 "
Price $ 79.00
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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 Number205.220.46
Product details
Adjustable shelves can be arranged according to your needs.
A simple unit can be enough storage for a limited space or the foundation for a larger storage solution if your needs change.
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 stationary shelf and 4 adjustable shelves included.
May be used with doors; available in different colors and designs.
May be completed with extra shelves to add storage space.
Can be used with BILLY height extension unit in the same width for added storage vertically.
Product is possible to recycle or use for energy recovery, if available in your community.
Materials and care
Material
- Main parts/ Side panel:
- Particleboard, Paper foil, Paper edging
- Plinth front:
- Particleboard, Paper foil
- Back:
- Fiberboard, Paint, Paper foil
Care
Wipe clean using a damp cloth and a mild cleaner.
Wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Safety and compliance
WARNING! Tipping hazard – to reduce the risk of this furniture tipping over, it must be securely anchored. Use suitable screws and plugs for your home. If you are uncertain, seek professional advice.
Assembly and documents
Assembly instructions
BILLY Bookcase205.220.46Advice and care instructions
BILLY Bookcase205.220.46Measurements
- Width: 31 1/2 "
- Depth: 11 "
- Height: 79 1/2 "
- Max load/shelf: 66 lb
Packaging
BILLY
Article Number205.220.46- Width: 11 ¾ "
- Height: 5 "
- Length: 81 ¼ "
- Weight: 87 lb 10 oz
- Package(s): 1
Reviews
Great BookcaseCaitlynThis bookcase is well made and easy to put together. i bought 2 full-size and 1 small for the corner with the extensions. I love it. Its perfect for holding my 3d print filaments.
Warning: White Color is Different Than Previous Version DanielWarning! If you have a pre 2025 manufacturer and material change white Billy bookshelf your new 2025 Billy bookshelf will NOT match. The new manufacturer / material version is an off white instead of a true white. Pretty disappointed.
Exactly what I wantedKierInexpensive, sturdy, easy enough to assemble.
Strong chemical odorGilI’ve had Billy bookshelves in the past and never had a problem with them having an odor, but I purchased this model and it made my car smell so bad just brining it home that I couldn’t bring it into my house. It has a very strong chemical odor. After 3 days in my car opening the windows each day, the smell didn’t lessen at all. I went online and saw other people have issues with this model smelling after it was put together in in their house for many weeks or months, so I decided to return it as I do not want to contaminate my indoor air with chemical smell. Too bad, I usually love Ikea products, but not at this time.
Love this lineDebbieThe price is very very reasonable. Assembly was easy. This bookcase is sturdy enough for some of my heaviest items to not warp the shelves!! Love it!
Quality Control is GarbageTrevorJust left Ikea and started putting it together and it didn't come with enough wooden pegs that are necessary for the backbone of its structure. Are you guys kidding me?
Good QualityRachelI have bought two for daughters room and two for my craft room, LOve them. Instructions easy to read and a little muscle not to bad putting together. Just make sure you have room to work around.
Beautiful bookshelfMarkThis is a great, standard, bookshelf. Easy to put together. Great finish. Looks wonderful. The height extension units are great (NOTE: they bring the height to withing an inch of standard apartment ceilings). I plan to get quite a few more and build my library out.
LibraryJohnEasy to assemble and just what I needed
One Versatile Piece of FurnitureIsisThe Billy is a classic. I am reorganizing my library of books and collectibles in our new condo, and a wall of Billy works perfectly. The frame quality is pretty solid. The shelves are modular, which is helpful when you have items of so many sizes. It looks great, works great.
Garbage KEEP AWAY!ChrisAt one time this line may have been an an excellent item, not anymore. the wood is very cheap large chip particle board so has no strength, the back is just chipboard, thinner than an hardbound book cover. even with all these faults I had very high hopes for this, it looks decent enough for cheap furniture. HOWEVER, the FATAL flaw is the shelf pegs are too short and will I will barely support the shelf. I had my shelfs fail as soon as any weight was put on them. causing enough damage the shelf is now unusable. Ikea should be ashamed to have there name on this product. the second one I bought will be getting returned. this product WILL get someone seriously hurt in the future. there is no way i would trust this product in a house with young children. I will be reaching out to corporate level customer service, because this needs a redesign BAD.
Sturdy, affordable, timeless bookshelfAmandaWe own a handful of these shelves and they have been excellent. They hold a lot of weight and never go out of style. Most of our shelves are for books, but some are for small houseplants. The assembly isn't too bad, either.
Tall Black Billy BookcaseLeslieWe placed two of these side by side. Looks Looks fantastic. Was easy to assble.
Easy AssemblyJorgeIt took me only one hour to finish the job. Okay, I have a bit of experiences, done ‘bout 20 IKEA products.
Easy to assembleTroyEasy to assemble
Cheap materialsBobbyThe back panel is just a thin paperboard so it breaks easily.
Functions as expectedNancyThis is my third Billy bookcase, all in use in my sewing room. The only downside was they went on sale about 6 weeks after I bought mine!🤦♀️
Really DisappointingChristopherI bought this (new version) to replace one of my bookcases the movers damaged beyond repair. IKEA has cut so many corners with this new design and it’s very disappointing. The quality has completely dropped. You can see the seams, the bookcase has damage (that they knew before it was packaged and attempted to cover up), and multiple scratches. I really hope IKEA addresses this issues and reruns to the previous design.
Easy AssembleSonithaI Assembled three of these shelves by myself. It was simple and straightforward.
Billy bookcasesRonI think they are well worth the price. Easy to put together. I painted mine and they work well.
Customer reviews
4.6Average rating
2560Reviews