![]() We used 2 pieces to to span the length of the room. 4- 2″x4” boards cut to 6′-4.5″ to build the top support. ![]() 12- 2″圆″ cut to 8″ for bracing for the upper side supports.4- 2″圆″ boards cut to 41-3/4″ for the upper side supports.16- 2″x8″ boards cut to 8″ for bracing on the middle horizontal ladder support.2- 2″x8″ boards cut to the length of the room (ours is 153″) to build the middle horizontal ladder support.20- 2″圆″ cut to 8″ for bracing for the lower side supports.4- 2″圆″ boards cut to 79 1/2″ for the lower side supports.16- 2″圆″ boards cut to 8″ for bracing on the base.2- 2″圆″ boards cut to the length of the room (ours is 153″) to build the base.This will differ based on the height and width of the library and wall it’s going into. Next, go to the hardware store and pick up the wood needed for this project. I created a mock-up that I sent over to my sister and brother-in-law to make sure they liked the plan. Plus, it’s not a custom item so the shipping is pretty quick. I did a lot of research of rolling ladders and I liked the price on this ladder, the reviews are good, and it’s nice that all the parts come together. Note, we choose the 79 1/2″ high bookcases because they fit perfectly with the library ladder we ordered for this project. To keep a symmetrical look, we ordered 4 of the 31 1/2″ w and one of the 15 3/4″ w x 41 3/4″ h bookcases for the top. So on top of the 79 1/2″ bookcase we decided to do one level of the 41 3/4″ bookshelves. We didn’t want to go all the way to the ceiling- that’d be too high to access the books with the ladder we ordered and it’d be tricky with the slanted ceiling. Next figure out how high the library will go. If you’re doing more than one level high of bookcases, make sure to have space for supports on the sides. Our wall is 153″ wide so we ordered 4 of the 31 1/2″ w x 79 1/2″ h bookcases and one of the 15 3/4″ w x 79 1/2″ h bookcase– that’s 141″ wide. They come in three colors- white, black, or birch.ĭo the math to figure out how many bookcases can fit width wise on the wall. Note, on Ikea’s website they show more widths than I’ve listed, but it’s just multiple bookcases pushed together. I included screenshots of the sizes we used. The Billy bookcase comes in two widths- 31 1/2″ or 15 3/4″. Measure the width of the wall the library will go on. ![]() Total price- $2,165 step 1- create the plan For the finish work, the trim, paint, and caulk came to $260. For building the frame, the wood, screws, and electrical parts came to $380. ![]() Ordering the library ladder came to $875 with shipping. Price breakdown for the IKEA Billy Bookcase Hack Library– The price for all the Billy bookcases for this project is $650. Tack Cloths (for removing the excess stain from the ladder).Paint- Glidden Semi-Gloss in Pure White (to paint the trim).3- 1/2″ x 1-1/2″x8′ boards (used for the trim to cover the bookcase seams on the side bookcases- the smaller gap).4- 1/2″ x 2-1/2″x8′ boards (used for the trim to cover the bookcase seams on the center bookcase- the larger gap).7- 1/2″x7-1/4″x8′ boards (used for the trim on the middle and sides of the bookcase).13′ of Baseboard Moulding (that we put upside down on the original moulding on the base).Cabinet Screws (to attach the bookcases together).300-2 1/2″ Screws (to attach the lumber together).This summer she decided she wanted to make it happen and I was so excited when she asked my husband and I to build it for here! Ready to see how we made it happen?! SUPPLIES Years ago I sent my sister Kate a picture of it saying she needed to do a library in her living room. This IKEA Billy Bookcase Hack Library is inspired by Monica from House of Esperanza’s Library. If the video doesn’t work here, you can watch it on YouTube here. I’d be over the moon happy if you subscribed to my YouTube channel! Videos are actually released on YouTube first (usually the night before they’re published on the blog).
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