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 / OXBERG Bookcase with doors, dark brown oak effect, 31 1/2x11 3/4x41 3/4 "
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BILLY bookcase is a beloved icon that, thanks to its versatility, can be used in many ways at home. One unit can be enough for a small space and panel doors hide away things that you don´t want to show.
Article Number994.832.78
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.
Behind the panel doors you can keep your belongings hidden and free from dust.
The shallow and adjustable shelves help you customize 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 personalize by adding boxes, lighting and your favorite 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
2 adjustable shelves included.
Different wall materials require different types of fasteners. Use fasteners suitable for the walls in your home.
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
- Main parts/ Side panel:
- Particleboard, Paper foil, Plastic edging
- Plinth front:
- Particleboard, Paper foil
- Back:
- Fiberboard, Paint, Paper foil
Door
- Frame:
- Fiberboard, Paper foil, Plastic edging, Paper foil, Plastic edging
- Rail/ Door panel:
- Fiberboard, Paper foil
Care
Bookcase
Wipe clean using a damp cloth and a mild cleaner.
Wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Safety and compliance
Must be secured to the wall. Different wall materials require different types of hardware. Use fixing devices suitable for the walls in your home, sold separately.
Assembly and documents
Measurements
- Width: 31 1/2 "
- Depth: 11 3/4 "
- Height: 41 3/4 "
- Max load/shelf: 66 lb
Packaging
This product comes as 3 packages.
BILLY
Article Number404.927.79- Width: 12 ¼ "
- Height: 5 ¾ "
- Length: 43 ½ "
- Weight: 49 lb 16 oz
- Package(s): 1
OXBERG
Article Number704.928.91- Width: 15 ¾ "
- Height: 1 "
- Length: 45 ¼ "
- Weight: 6 lb 14 oz
- Package(s): 2
Reviews
BILLY / OXBERG Bookcase with doorsMarcioGreat Bookcase, nice quality and functionality!
Love!AddysonThis is our 3rd Billy Bookcase purchase and we cannot recommend them highly enough. Easy to put together, versatile, and they hold up well
Not for office/3 ring binderAnonymous reviewerBought Billy for bookcase and misc office 3 ring binders. Didn't stop to compare depth. Doesn't fit the 3 ring binders. Otherwise, good and easy to assemble.
Next time, maybe the Brimnes.
Customer reviews
4.5Average rating
426Reviews
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Story
An updated storage hero
BILLY bookcase has been a steady customer favorite for more than 40 years – but old faithful favorites 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 use 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 favorite for over 40 years – but even old faithful servants 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 and 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 to see.