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BILLY Bookcase, white, 31 1/2x11x41 3/4 "
Price $ 49.00
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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.

DesignerGillis Lundgren
Article Number905.220.43
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
2 adjustable shelves included.
May be used with doors; available in different colors and designs.
May be completed with extra shelves to add storage space.
Product is possible to recycle or use for energy recovery, if available in your community.
Materials and care
Material
- Main parts/ Plinth front:
- Particleboard, Paper foil
- Side panel:
- Particleboard, Paper foil, Plastic edging, Plastic edging
- 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 – this product 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 Bookcase905.220.43Advice and care instructions
BILLY Bookcase905.220.43Measurements
- Width: 31 1/2 "
- Depth: 11 "
- Height: 41 3/4 "
- Max load/shelf: 66 lb
Packaging
BILLY
Article Number905.220.43- Width: 12 ¼ "
- Height: 6 "
- Length: 43 ½ "
- Weight: 50 lb 1 oz
- Package(s): 1
Reviews
Missing safety holdersMuhammadMissing safety holders to put in
Worth the priceAlejandroGot this bookcase for my videogame collection and it works great.
works greatStephannie Johnmy husband said these were easy to assemble, they look great in my library. I do find that I have a hard time adjusting the shelves myself, so I do have to have him help me. That is mainly for my block sets to fit as a display. However, that moves the shelves around for more books. I do wish that the local store stocked them and I didn't have to have them shipped in.
Good Value and a Good SolutionSusanWe recently moved from a house that had a large custom bookcase covering an entire wall of the living room. And we still didn’t have enough space for our ridiculously large collection. What with moving and closing costs etc, we didn’t have enough left over to have custom work done, so we bought a few of these Billies for the family room to supplement the small existing built-ins in our new living room. I wouldn’t call assembly “easy” but once we figured it out, the rest went smoothly. They look great. Especially glad there are several matching configurations to fit our space. Our books are happy and so are we.
Great updated designLizEasy to put together with new updated assembly!
Perfect size bookcaseAnonymous reviewerI have several of these, and this was an addition. They are perfect for a room where I want books or games, but do not want that to be the main focus. The shelves are very sturdy and last forever
Perfect to Hide in a ClosetTimMy wife needed a small bookcase that could hide in a closet and hold some of her growing genealogy archive. This was exactly what we needed.
Great BookcaseLiliaI bought 3 which covers most of one wall in my home office. Holds many books and just the right height to hold framed photos on top. Lovely.
Billy owner x a millionAprilWell, not a million but we have owned MANY Billy shelves over the years. Love the improvements btw
Billy BookcaseLeslieLovely bookcase. Easy to assemble.
My go to shelfJoshuaBilly has been my go-to shelf for the past 20 years. I believe I own about 10 of them in one form or the other around my house. Very sturdy and thicker shelves. These will last a lifetime if not abused.
Perfect for my needsCynthiaWe’re using this Billy Bookcase in the family room for the children’s books, games, and art supplies. It fits with the decor nicely, hold lots of items, and it’s safely secured to the wall. Perfect!
Love it! :)SarahI’ve had this bookshelf for a little over a year now and definitely plan on buying more eventually. It’s great quality and so pretty!
Nice for half wall storageAdianeLove all things Billy. I have many of the full size shelves but this one was perfect for a weird space in my laundry room and fit perfectly.
Disappointed – Poor QualityJoseI just bought this, and by the second day, it broke. It can't hold any weight — I only placed a few small books on it, and the shelves gave out. The pins didn’t support the shelves at all. Total waste of money. Very disappointed with the quality.
Great product for the moneyAnonymous reviewerI bought 4 of these and doors to match. I love them and they look so good in my space. I highly recommend them!
These are very niceSharonI purchased two and they are perfect. Very sturdy and easy to put together. Happy I got them, they look very nice
No the sameAnonymous reviewerI noticed two different Billy bookcases and one was not in stock for white. So I ordered the new version. The quality is somewhat lacking. The back board is not as thick as in the older model and it has some type of tape to reinforce the creases for the backing. The creases are noticeable when assembled. It has texture to it too, not smooth like older model. When assembled its flimsy somehow, not sure if its because the backing is not as supportive as old version. Also, when sliding the backing in place it caves in allot. I also did not like the plastic nails things. I prefer the older version but its too much of a hassle to return. I'll probably cover the backing with some peel and stick wall paper and add some 1x2s to the back for extra support. I would defiantly not recommend the new version and hopefully they bring back the old version of the Billy. That one was perfect.
Bully book case ElaineIt's a great product.
Bookcase works!JuneNice bookcase. Screws bleed through the wood when tightened. Shelving is held in place with a peg. Be careful the shelf can shift and land your items / books in the shelf below. I put mine inside of an empty closet in my home office. I also keep my printer and a small file cabinet in there.
Customer reviews
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