Billy bookcase library

A detailed look at how to create DIY built in Billy bookcases, and how to paint them. Tips for painting bookcases in place!

DIY Hacks HQ - home of IKEA hacks and more! on Instagram: "BILLY BOOKCASE • We are totally in love with the dark moody aesthetic of this Billy bookcase hack here at DIY Hacks HQ! @perkinsonparkway and @peonyandhoney teamed up in this one to create a truly stunning result. This video is definitely one to watch. They even have a DIY toothpaste hack! Mind blown 🤯 Head over to @peonyandhoney 's YT to see the step by step tutorial. Amazing work ladies 👏 #ikeahack #ikeahacks #library #reno…

These hacks show that the iconic BILLY bookcase is iconic for a reason.

I have a room in our home that I haven't shared much on the blog. It serves as our guest room, library, and Matt's office all in one. I've never been happy with this room,

A 37-year-old woman lays a bookshelf on the floor. The next night? This idea is so creative! Absolutely anyone can recreate this showstopper! I decided to just go for it and do it. And I DID IT! 100% by myself. And I am so proud. :)

How to get a built-in library on a budget

In case you missed the reveal, you can see that here and here. Laura’s home already had wonderful, historic bones, but the living space could use a bit more character. Laura wanted bookshelves, and while we had talked about something clean and modern, I really encouraged her to stick with the period of the house and create something that looked original. Custom built-ins aren’t cheap, and we knew this would need to be on a budget. Hacking the Ikea Billy has been done before (my friend…

Anita Russell on Instagram: "Billy Bookcase Upgrade part one. If you don't know, I'm currently giving my garden studio a bit of a makeover. It was always pretty but not very practical. So, step one is storage, and this is how it's going. Follow along for part 2 and maybe 3 😆 Any questions pop them below I wish you all a wonderful weekend! #billybookcasehack #ikeahack #diyshelves #diyhack #studiospace #gardenstudio #diy"

This IKEA hack is perfect for 8 foot or 9 foot ceilings. The total combination of HAVSTA and BILLY bookcases used here comes to 94.5 inches. Add a bit of trim at the top to touch the ceiling and you have the look of custom built-in bookcases for much less!