Directions find a plain wall that you want to transform into a wall of books. I settled on an ikea built in hack that seemed easy enough and i was completely ready to add extra trim and casing to make it look like the bookshelves were. Mark a level line where the recessed bookcases will go into the wall.

Dreamy Library A wall of builtin bookshelves is a bookworm's delight

If you have a big empty wall in your house turning billy bookcases into built ins is a great way to add storage and polish as well as a strong focal point if your room is. I added trim around the top of each. Today is all about our ikea billy bookcase hack.

This post has the step by step tutorial of how to build these bookshelves using ikea billy bookcases.

Using a level, adjust the trim until it’s plumb. A base elevates the shelves from the floor, and gives the entire piece a. You’ll want to make sure you are screwing and nailing into your wall studs. Find the widest gap between the trim. Why we decided to pursue the ikea billy bookcase hack after moving into our home, we. The hardest part of the. First, i built a base for my bookcases. Use a drill to make pilot holes.