Once your order has shipped, you can find tracking information in your order details. The color is great color will match with most furniture and it was super easy to put together. Putting together ikea billy bookcase southern hospitality. Put together in 10 min everything fits together perfectly, simple easy instructions. A piece in the box was damaged but went to sauders website and ordered a replacement part with no charge, question, or problem. Very few bookshelves in this price range combine quality materials, a simple build process, and a sturdy and elegant look to boot. My order shipped super quickly and came within two days of ordering it. I thought about adding beadboard wallpaper to it, but theres no way it would then slide into the grooves on the back, it would have been too thick, so i just. Simple and easy diy bookshelf plans family handyman. It is essentially an upgraded version of those put together yourself bookcases you would find at a big box store or dept store. When it was time for us to put our own freestanding pantry in, we turned to ikea. Billy bookcase, easy to assemble between naps on the porch. Crafted of clear, tempered glass, five rectangular shelves provide perfect platforms for everything from rows of your favorite reads to collected knickknacks. Attach the shelves with wood glue and screws, starting with the top and bottom shelves first.
The laminations also provide an easy hiding place for the threaded rods that hold the parts together. Those with young children might prefer bookcases with doors. Step by step instructions on how to assemble an ikea billy bookshelf. It is made of partical boardpressed wood but very sturdy and easy to put together. Either way, my ez bookcase planner lays out all the choices for you the best kinds of joinery to use, the best kind of hardware, the best size of shelf for your custom bookcase design. Then, assemble the full height extension and attach it to the billy frame. I was looking for a simple modern heavy duty bookcase to match my other living room decor. Rather than going with an ikea pantry cabinet, we decided to try an ikea pantry hack by using the billy bookcase as our pantry. The ideal bookcase for the home, dorm room or office.
Put some glue on one that is too much in the picture by the way then place the 12 piece on top wiggling it around to try and spread the glue or you can roll it around with a small paint roller or an old rag to get an even distribution of glue. Wayfair is the best place to shop if youre looking for where to buy bookcases online. Great purchase, very happyvery easy to put together as wellthe walkeredison 3 shelf bookcase is very sturdy, looks great and exactly as picturedbest buy delivered on time and efficiently. When you buy a charlton home shellie ladder bookcase online from wayfair, we make it as easy as possible for you to find out when your product will be delivered. If an order includes multiple items, each may have separate delivery dates and tracking information. These items are shipped ready to put together and can put assembled out of the box. This makes it super easy when you are using multiple shelves together. Diy bookshelves are an easy project, and you can build a bookcase yourself for a lot less than you can buy one. Lifting the crumpled bookcase and steadying the receiver, i decided the frail piece of furniture had to go. The sauder bookcase is the perfect piece for a dining room, living space or a bedroom. Apply a bead of wood glue to the top edge of the side panel. There is an emerging trend in furniture design to not. Great delivery have purchased many similar to it and is great for an apartment, college dorm and will.
Put framed family photos, potted plants, and a few of your favorite reads proudly on display with this cleanlined ladder bookcase. We went with this 3shelf espresso bookcase with open shelves to help showcase some of our baseball collectibles. Preassembled for your convenience, the hampton double wide bookcase 48 inch is a fabulous and functional addition to any home. This video was made to show how i put together my gersby bookcase all by myself, thanks for watching. Keep your books close by when you go to bed by adding small shelves into the sides of the headboard. Aw extra contemporary bookcase popular woodworking. Bookcase plans easy to build bookcase or bookshelf for. A tall, thin bookshelf with a vigorous and happy plant flowing gracefully down the side. Are you tired of presenting your favorite books on a. A popular look is a wall lined with wood bookcases but you dont need a builtin to get this look. For your bedroom, finding things like rta beds, nightstands and rta writing desks and kids bedroom sets can also easily be done at. This bookcase plan is designed to be large enough to handle all of the books belonging to the voracious reader in your family, virtually indestructible to withstand years of abuse, and easy on the pocket book. Elevate wellthumbed novels into alluring accents with this classic bookcase, a simple addition that instantly brings personality to any space.
The billy bookcase is pretty straightforward to build right out of the box, or you can get creative and make elaborate storage that looks great. Use a hand block andor pad sander to cover 100% of the surface with even pressure. Easy to assemble, no tools required, just peel the 3m industrial adhesive strips and put together with easyalign pins maximum load 50 lbs recommended per. Use a carpenter square to make sure the top is square and edges are flush. The directions were horrible andy pointless to follow although it was self explanatory and easy to figure out when you see the parts. When i opened the package to put it together one of the shelves was already cracked, not a deal breaker so i called customer service who was very helpful but they were not just able to send me a replacement shelf, i had to order a whole new bookshelf for. Ready to assemble furniture is a popular choice for those who are buying furniture for their homes as well. Went 2 days before christmas and this was the only bookcase they had in stock at my walmart. You dont need an industrial workshop or all of the talents of a master craftsman. If you are new to woodworking, a bookcase is one of the best things you can build. It comes with five shelves, three of which are adjustable, so you can store larger items like vases or photo albums. Over the course of a few weeks, we put each bookcase through its paces, beginning with careful analysis of the manufacturers packaging and parts organization. A quality bookshelf needs to be durable yet elegant since it is such a prominent feature in any room.
The delivery was very quick and it was very well packaged. The backing is just a thick cardboard type material and it slides into place. This super easy diy bookcase with adjustable shelves is the next installment of the madison avenue collection of plans. The best bookcases you can buy online and assemble. Next, pull together a handful of books and accent pieces that you want to use in your bookshelf design.
This is a supereasy project that can be completed in a weekend. This super simple bookcase could sit on the floor alone, or it can set on top of the madison avenue large desk cabinet. We found that the first took about 3 hours to assemble, but that is because we followed the directions closely, and made sure we were doing each step properly. Way basics black recycled paperboard 2shelf bookcase at. Begin construction by using a tape measure to mark the length of a side panel on 1 x 10 stock, and lay out the cut line with a square. They make it strong and stiff and give it the look of solid wood. Stackable folding bookcase from the container store. You can either stand it up against the wall, put two together and insert wooden slats to hold your books, or you can even hang the ladder up on the wall or in a corner and use the slats for books.
How to build a simple bookcase diy project cut the wood. I found it a little difficult to put together, however i did do most of it by myself. I think they look more expensivehigher end with the doors, but the doors do add a fair amount to the cost. These offer an easy way to keep both dust and little hands away from your books. Ikea makes some very functional, affordable and easy to assemble furniture. Apparently a lot of people want bookcases for christmas, who knew. I liked it so much that i bought two more for my books. A pair or more of matching 5 shelf bookcases creates the look of a real library without the high cost. They are even easy to assemble alone, although i think the directions recommend two folks.
Perfect for your living room, bedroom, or home office, this premium bookcase contains eight adjustable, nonbowing shelves that support up to 150 pounds each. Step by step instructions on how to put together a simple bookshelf. Bookcase 5 shelf easy assembly, in oak or black black. The backbone of this bookcase is the laminated plywood parts. Looks great and since the back is covered by the books you barely notice the creases on the backng. I am 7 month pregnant and i found it very easy to put together.
Any kid will love spending the day with you assembling this bookcase. You also do not need too many tools to produce something like this. Try to visualize the space you are working with and roughly estimate how many items will fill your bookcase. The paper packaging stuck to the pieces as the paintstain was more than likely still wet when it was put in the packaging. So, i got all 3 put together and couldnt finish the assembly until i painted the backs of the shelves. Only 3 things had stickers on it telling what part. Youll also learn how to put together a few handy shop jigs that make cutting lumber to size a.
This bookcase was exactly what i was looking for and the price was very reasonable. There were only 2 predrilled holes to attach the backing but it was fairly easy to attach the other screws despite the lack of predrilled holes. Clean off all of your decorative accessories and gently dust your books. Please support my youtube channel iscaper1 by using my amazon. My only complaint is that the fiberboard that slides down to form the back is looser than it should be. Take a look at 19 of the best billy bookcase builtins ever. The rest of the bookshelves are strong and stable a better fitting backing would make them a 5 star rating. For this post, i have put together a collection of the best bookshelves currently available online. Finding creative ways to display books can be just as alluring. The best bookcases you can buy online and assemble yourself of. The only complaint is that it came a bit dusty but thats nothing a good damp paper towel couldnt take care of. Stuff your bookshelf to the absolute top for that cool messy look. Made from cleanlined tubular iron in a super sleek metallic finish, this bookcase features an airy, open frame.
Using in a walk in closet for shelves, but would look great in an industrial or. Took me about an hour and a half to put it together all by my self. Clamp it together and drill some pilot holes, then screw the drywall screws in. Carefully put in place and anchor well to the wall. Sand the entire surface, dont rely on your eye to sand only the spots that look irregular to you, sand the whole bookshelf. With the help of some friends, we got the bookcase upstairs and hannah began taking all the parts out of. Four unique and easy to assemble bookcases apartment therapy. Some folks glass the bookshelf and leave the extension shelf on top open. The final touch is to put a protective coating on your new book shelfwhether thats paint or a clear finish. First of all, it is relatively easy to put together. This video will show how to create, design and build your own bookcase in the comfort of your own home today.
It was easy to put together and al the parts fit together nicely. Notches will be cut into the shelves and dividers with the jigsaw, and the bookcase is put together like a puzzle. You do not need to take complicated measurements or make difficult cuts unless you are making an exceptionally ornate bookcase, of course. The ikea expedit bookcase comes in many different colors beech, birch, blackbrown and white and sizes 8, 16 and 25 squares. Once the box was opened, we started the timer to determine how time and laborintensive the assembly process would be for the average customer.
There are so many different uses for ladders when it comes to bookshelves and all of them are easy to do and wont take much time. On the section that will be in front of the secret door, simply assemble the outer frame of the main bookcase without the back or base. When it comes to hacking great storage, no other ikea product works a room like the billy bookcase. And by the end of the day, your helper will have handson experience with several power tools, plus an attractive homemade bookshelf to show off.
Im a latecomer to billy bookcases but it turns out they have been. How to assemble a bookshelf kirby heyborne youtube. Just screw them where theyre supposed to be and it will work. Way basics espresso recycled paperboard 2shelf bookcase. It took around 15 minutes to lay it all out, read directions i did, my husband did not. Overviewheres a simple diy bookshelf project that gives you a chance to pass some of your woodworking skills on to the next generation. The second and third bookshelves only took about 20 minutes each, if that long. I agreed to get whichever one she wanted as long as she agreed to put it together. Designed with versatility in mind, this piece is crafted with a metal frame and three manufactured wood tiers in a neutral finish that folds up for easy storage or moving. Easy to put together less than 30 minutes with nice manufacturing tolerances.