Fits well into my space, I painted the back green. It's very easy to customize just the back if that's something you want to do. I would suggest sanding it first before painting, I got a little impatient. The shelves kzread.infoUgkxM8H4CjCb79vzeyvgaFMdzmLm88oVFPMkare pretty small so keep that in mind if you're going to have it horizontal that some books won't fit. I like the snug look that it has. Good small shelf if you don't have much space, but not too small. Simple to put together, though you'll need your own tools, a screwdriver and a mallet/hammer, it's easiest to do with another person.

Perfection!! I used Mesa Taupe on a flip and paired with wood tones, it’s a match made in heaven 😍

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

No way!! That’s so funny, I had no idea what color I was going to use and that one just popped out at me when I was at Home Depot 🤣 Twins!

Katie what a transformation, the bookshelves look so great ! Love the colour and the doors 😊. Thanks for sharing 👏🏻

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Terri! I'm so happy with them, totally changes up the whole space 😊

It turned out so gorgeous, Katie! Beautiful job as always! I love everything you do! ❤

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Aw that's so kind of you, thank you!

So beautiful Katie!!! Amazing job ❤

Love how the cabinet turned out…!!! From boring to FANTABULOUS 😍😍😍 I think the “ pole wrap” is a really cool thing and has so many uses…you did a great job on the paint choice too☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

😃Fantabulous, that's the perfect word for it!! Thank you so much Nancy.

Love this! It looks so classy, the colour you chose and the brass knobs work really well together.👌

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I'm really excited with how it all came together.

I just love love the transformation!! You are so amazing!! Thx for sharing!

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

That is so sweet of you, thank you!

Enjoyed watching this sooo much, it turned out beautiful Katie ❣️

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Ah yay so happy to hear that, thank you!

it looks great! love the paint color you picked and that wood wrap really gave it a high end look

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yes I was amazed at how quickly those few changes really altered the look of it 🙌🏼

Wow! What a beautiful transformation. Love it

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it ❤️❤️

Yeah! Can’t wait to see the other videos. Great makeover

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! New video coming this weekend!

Woow! That's an AMAAAZING job! I'm saving this project to do!

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I'm so excited for you to try it out!

Katie, great flip, beautiful job, perfect choices

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Hello Katie I was very impressed by both the color that you chose to paint the Billy and the inlay (pole wrap). You made it look so easy that it has inspired me to do the same! Thank you!

@KatieBookser

9 ай бұрын

That’s great! Thank you so much, I’m sure yours will be beautiful 🙂

This is so beautiful and clean! Thank you for the video❣️

@KatieBookser

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Wow Katie ! Looks so high end beautiful ! And the pasta looks super yummy !

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! So glad you enjoyed the transformation 😊

Absolutely gorgeous!! 😍

Amazing! I love that paint color.

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm so happy with the choice.

New to your channel and so happy I came across!! This came out really beautiful. I’ve been trying to figure out a way to do some easy built-ins in our rental living room and I love what you did with the doors on just the bottom half. You did such a good job with it, and also it looks like a very approachable project to tackle. Thanks for sharing this 🤗

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

So happy that you found my channel! Thank you so much. I think that the doors would look really nice on a built in option, I'm excited for you to try it out!

I love it!!!! Tks for sharing the video.

@KatieBookser

8 ай бұрын

Thanks!

The pole wrap is genius! I was trying to figure out a way to add "slats" to my Oxford door without cutting a bunch of individual pieces. This worked great!

@KatieBookser

Жыл бұрын

Love to hear that!

very nicely done Katie!

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Yay! Love this idea! Thank you

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it!

Good Job!!! love pole wrap...

Incredible! Thank you!

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Carmen!

Looks awesome. I Iike the extras you did. The doors are beautiful. So expensive looking.

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I love how just a few changes can really elevate the look of it.

That looks terrific!

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sue!

this is so beautiful!

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 🧡

Omg so good!! 😍😍

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🧡

Really really nice 🥰🥰🥰

Great Job!

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I did something similar, but additionaly I changed the legs area. I used the Nannarp legs for the Besta series and painted them anrique golden as well. ✨

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

That sounds really cool!

@GadgetsGearCoffee

Жыл бұрын

Did you need to modify the base of the ikea to fit those legs on?

Very nice!

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Wow so beautiful

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

This is really beautiful! Do you think adding shelves in the cupboard section would prevent the doors from closing?

@KatieBookser

9 ай бұрын

Thanks! No it won’t be a problem, I put one shelf back in at the bottom and the doors close just fine 🙂

Hello your booksjelfe isnt attached to the wall? Is it sturdy?

I would love to see an updated video on how the paint is holding up now, a few months into use. I've got several Ikea pieces I'd like to paint, but I'm so scared of the paint looking terrible over time. How is the bookcase doing now? Also, I love the color you chose!

@KatieBookser

Жыл бұрын

Hi! Thank you! I probably won’t make a video about it here but I can do an update on my Instagram stories. I can say it’s held up extremely well. Not a chip or scratch in sight. I’ve moved the bookcase itself a couple of times and everything has remained perfect. I think the biggest tip I have is to use the Zinsser BIN primer. It’s what really makes the next coat of paint stick. You can also seal it (which I didn’t do) to make it even more durable.

@frenchie13

Жыл бұрын

@@KatieBookser did you seal the paint or is the paint the last step?

@KatieBookser

Жыл бұрын

@@frenchie13 Hi, I personally did not seal it because mine isn't getting a lot of wear and tear, but it's definitely an option if you're concerned about chipping or scratching. I haven't had any issues so far though!

I'm thinking of painting my newly asquired Billy bookcase indoors, I'm hoping the kitchen fan is enough ventilation. I don't have access to a yard. If you put 2 coats of the shellac primer, do you need to wash in between coats if not it'll dry on your roller and tray? Did you use 2 coats? And any tips of painting both sides at the same time when your item is on a support? Thx in advance!

@KatieBookser

Жыл бұрын

Hi, if you can open the windows while you're painting and wear either a respirator mask or an n95, that would be best! I only did one coat of the primer, you just need to cover it fully so the regular paint sticks, so just do touch ups if you notice any spots you missed after it dries. It dries fairly quickly, so you should only need an hour or so before you can flip the doors to paint the other side. The roller won't dry out that quickly. If you are concerned, just place the roller end into a plastic bag like a ziploc or a grocery bag and close it around it to cut off air flow. Keeps the roller moist for days! The paint in the tray will be fine.

I love your rug. Is it ruggable?

@KatieBookser

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! No it's not Ruggable, I think it's Safavieh, but I've been really tempted to try out their rugs lately!

Everyone seems to have a saw machine 😮

@KatieBookser

Жыл бұрын

We got ours when we moved into our house because there are SO many projects to do and we use it constantly. But I understand how it wouldn't be practical for everyone!

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