May 05, 2016 how to make ikea billy bookcase builtins thats what i am going to share with you all today. How to make ikea billy bookcase builtinsthats what i am going to share with you all today phew. How to paint laminate ikea furniture the right way. Most ikea furniture, have a laminatewax typecoating that makes it difficult forpaint to stick effectively to its surface. Paint the bookshelves with a sagegreen semigloss acrylic using a dry brush to create an imperfect finish. I just cut it out and put it in a cheap ikea frame. Its hard to find good bookshelves people, especially tall ones. Adding builtins in my living room and need to quickly find the perfect white paint. All you need is paint, power tools and thrift stores. Nov 03, 2014 hello, i have a blackbrown hemnes tv unit article number. But if you dont have time i will try to make sense of all this painting process. I m moving and want to bring them with me but their colors just dont go with my new decor. The bookcase itself is sturdy and well made, for the price and an ikea product. This video is a step by step guide to preparing, painting and finishing a bookshelf a complete makeover.
Diy ikea billy bookcase built in bookshelves part 2. Cure times is one of the most understimated facrots in paint durability. Weve been using an easy living latex paint that was color matched and recommended for us by someone at osh. The right paint for cabinets and bookcases diy beautify. Benjamin moore makes good products but i am inclined to recommend sherwin williams as ive worked with them more than my benjamin moore retailer. Advice on my builtins and help me pick the perfect white paint. Jun 20, 2018 and so it was that amidst laughter and giggles and paint drops and taylor swift, two bookcases got painted. Luckily, ive learned how to paint ikea furniture and any laminate really quite easily and its made a huge difference in terms of how well my pieces wear.
Boys rooms painted ikea bookcase design photos, ideas and inspiration. How to paint ikea furniture in 5 easy steps painting ikea. And the lower shelf areas and drawers werent painted at all. I have disassembled it for easy transport and bubble wrapped it. The making of an ikea billy bookcase apartment therapy. The stenciling and paint job also make them look like custom pieces. The ikea billy bookcase shelf on the left was painted without using the zinsser b. I have an ikea bookcase and smallsized entertainment center that i bought years ago. And so it was that amidst laughter and giggles and paint drops and taylor swift, two bookcases got painted. Ikea billy bookcase hack with shiplap angela marie made. The issue is not in the construction of the bookcase parts but rather the design regarding how the shelves sit on the pegs. I painted my dark brown ikea hemnes tv stand white latexsemi gloss with primer in it but after the 2nd coat it could easily be scratched with fingernail and the paint came off. Apr 28, 2017 in fact, years ago i tried painting a billy bookcase only to see the paint on it bead right up.
Before i dive in, this is a tutorial for painting laminate ikea furniture. The secret to successfully painting ikea shelves apartment. After the paint dries, rub a wax candle on the edges and sides of the bookcase frame. Im moving and want to bring them with me but their colors just dont go with my new decor. After a three hour drive directly out into the heart of the country, we came to a long low building in which every billy bookcase is made. Is there a way to paint them so that they look decent would love to paint them a dark cherry color but not sure if i can or if i should. Its solid wood, except for the back piece which is a flimsy, thin piece of plywood or particle piece.
Take a look at 19 of the best billy bookcase builtins ever. Posted on march 2, 2012 and tagged diy, favourites, personal. The finish that matched best was the high gloss, so that was what we went with. How to make ikea billy bookcase builtins place of my. In october, ikea release a 15 deep billy bookcase which finally sold me on the wall to wall bookcase project ive been thinking about for years. The room is north facing so theres no direct sunlight, but we have a lot of light from two windows and a sliding glass door that take up the entire north wall the buil. Nov 01, 2011 ive been thinking about ikeas billy bookcases for years, but i was always disappointed with their 11 depth.
This was made entirely on my iphone using imovie last year at this time i was given an incredible tour of the billy bookcase factory in falkoping, sweden. I bought 2 of those white bookcases so that i can create a large entertainment center like hemnes tv storage combination after painting the tv unit white. If you need to paint a laminate piece of ikea furniture like the billy the secret to this is first to apply a coat of sprayon adhesion promote r, leave it to go tacky for 20 mins, apply a normal primer after this. Jan 17, 2014 of course ikea bookshelves arent pure white theyre more of a creamy white so in the end we opted to take one of the spare shelves to home depot and have them do paint matching. How to paint and decorate a builtin bookcase todays. But lets face it, everyone makes mistakes and i think this is something the world needs to hear about. Painting ikea furniture can transform a generic massproduced product into a personalised item unique to you.
The secret to painting ikea furniture swoon worthy. How to upgrade bookshelves repurposed furniture, diy. What type of paint should you use for a bookcase and why. Large bookcases are often cluttered with too many books and decorative items. Amazing gallery of interior design and decorating ideas of paint color inside of bookcase in bedrooms, living rooms, denslibrariesoffices, girls rooms, dining rooms, kitchens by elite interior designers. Watch the tutorial how to use a paint sprayer on furniture bookcase makeover. To get the weathered finish, start by priming the wood. Always read the label of anything you use and follow manufacturers instructions. I gave my ikea billy bookcase set a complete hamptons style makeover with some paint, new door knobs and some vj panelling.
Bonus points for gold accent pieces on the shelves. Plus i needed some extra glasses of mimosas as well along the way from start to finish. Feb 01, 2017 luckily, ive learned how to paint ikea furniture and any laminate really quite easily and its made a huge difference in terms of how well my pieces wear. Diy ikea billy bookcase built in bookshelves part 2 run. Diy builtin bookcase reveal an ikea hack studio 36 interiors. Ive been holding onto the shame of this failed diy attempt for quite some time now. But not all ikea furniture is alike, and therefore, not all requires the same paint treatment. On another question, someone suggested that latex paint is not a good choice for furniture and that we shouldve went with an oilbased paint. We bought a nice unfinished alder bookcase and are painting it white to match a desk that we just bought. The damp rag wiped any sanding dust away and i was ready to paint. Well, as you may know, my other half works in the car industry and has done for over 20 years he paints cars for a living.
Ive been thinking about ikeas billy bookcases for years, but i was always disappointed with their 11 depth. We have way too many bookcases but was wanting to put one in our new nursery. Desks and bookcases are often laminated, especially buildityourself brands such as ikea. Howto paint laminate furniture jenna burger design llc. But recently, i figured out the trick to painting ikea furniture that makes it totally doable. Ikea bookcase bookshelves built in billy bookcases bookshelves in living room basement built ins living room built ins basement storage tv on wall ideas living room. If youve been wondering exactly how to paint ikea furniture but just cant find the information all in one place, this step by step guide is for you. Use a sharpie and printer paper to create a simple design, then take the paper to kinkos or a similar store to have. When decorating a bookcase, start by removing everything on it. I applied all the paint with a brush and a mini foam roller. Nov 4, 2018 some ideas of what you can do to make ikea furniture yours. How to make ikea billy bookcase builtins place of my taste. The room is north facing so theres no direct sunlight, but we have a lot of light from two windows and a sliding glass door that take up the entire north wall the builtins are built on the south wall in the room. Most of all allow plenty of drying time for the paint to fully cure.
Jun 21, 2016 the process of repurposing or updating ikea furniture, also known widely as ikea hacking, is quite the craze these days hence the birth of the ikea hackers website. Join the decorpad community and share photos, create a virtual library of inspiration photos, bounce off design ideas with fellow members. How to paint ikea furniture including expedit, kallax, lack and. Please note, this method is only recommended for ikea furniture with a laminate finish. All about painting ikea billy bookcases when considering painting your ikea furniture, you need to focus on two things. It looked great initially, but over time less than a year the paint started coming off. Winston porter bookcase cat collage design graphic art on canvas x1619015 format. Aug 11, 2016 kea furniture can be tricky to paint at times, but if done the right way, can make such a huge difference. Use damask wallpaper in a pastel tone on a white bookshelf for a clean, classic vibe.
Ikea billy bookcase hack via swoon worthy the secret to painting ikea furniture swoon worthy this is one tip that im sure youve never read before. I have an ikea desk that i want to paint and hope it turns out as nice as your supercool bookshelves. After the primer dries, you cna use any kind of paint you like. So if youve missed that, you can go back to that post now, its ok, ill wait. We werent too fond of the existing paint color, which was kind of a dull dingy almond shade of white. According to interior designer marisa smith, when painting a large, builtin bookcase, choose a color thats compatible with the walls, rather than painting it the white of the woodwork. Remove all items on the bookcase, as well as the shelves, if possible.
Product title montana woodworks homestead bookcase with storage average rating. How to paint and decorate a builtin bookcase todays homeowner. I didnt put anything on it for 2 or 3 weeks so the paint can cure and harden. Diy and furniture blog, offering indepth tutorials on furniture building, refinishing, power tools, home decor and crafts. I definitely recommend spraying the paint for a nice even finish. This oak effect bookcase from ikea, ikea billy bookcase is like new, hardly had and use and just over a year old. Owned and operated by a family that has worked with ikea since 1952, the operation was the cleanest. Use a high quality paint brush for all the places you cant reach with a roller, like the corners and shiplap board gaps, then roll the rest.
Its a little hard to see in the photo above, but the color of the bookcase was markedly different from the nicer brighter white of the ceiling and some of the trim. I showed the paint chip to burt reynolds and he told me i was looking at the wrong paint. I have a rast drawer in the guest room that i have been wanting to dress up. How to paint ikea furniture including expedit, kallax, lack and malm painting ikea furniture can transform a generic massproduced product into a personalised item unique to you. Finish it with an oil based paint for a long lasting finish. There was no need to paint the sides and back of the bookcase because nothing sits on them, just the flat surfaces. Hello, i have a blackbrown hemnes tv unit article number.
I love all the ikea hacks out there on the interwebz. After all, painting laminate furniture can be really tricky. As for the fardal wardrobe doors 7 of them all shiny white im now. See the tutorial at sas interiors and be sure to read the comments for more tips. How to paint laminate ikea furniture the right way apartment. In fact, years ago i tried painting a billy bookcase only to see the paint on it bead right up. The billy bookcase above might be a great way to add some storage with minimal footprint. As for the fardal wardrobe doors 7 of them all shiny white im now thinking not to paint but to cover with wallpaper or fabric. It is 80cm wide and 110cm high with 3 shelves 2 of which are adjustable.
As this is a part 2 of how to paint ikea furniture i will not be concentrating on the details as much, as the same can be applied from part 1. Paint ikea furniture quick and easy with chalk paint. Ikea is a worldwide operation, but its unclear ifwhen the upgrade made it to australia the above link and this article indicate they started shipping them in north america in august 2014, but ive been pondering more billys anyway for a neighbouring room, as the shelf options mean they are more spaceefficient than the current bookshelves. Diy builtin bookcase reveal an ikea hack studio 36. Since only flat surfaces can be laminated, the furniture usually has simple lines. Nov 29, 2006 i have an ikea bookcase and smallsized entertainment center that i bought years ago. I recently shared my newly styled bookshelves, but before i added all the colorful books and stylish accessories, i gave the bookcases a much needed makeover since painting the space deep blue, the once fauxwood bookcases got lost in the dark hue of the walls, and they were ready for a. Mar 19, 2016 once i decided to build a pottery barn knockoff desk for my husband, i knew the desk would be lonely without a pair of classic bookshelves. Exprofessional painter here and i have painted many things in my life.
A second employee took it upon himself to help me with this. This post contains affiliate links for your ikea hacking convenience please see full disclosure here. This will allow the bookcase to blend in with the room, instead of standing out and overpowering the space. The newly finished builtin bookcases thistlewood farm. I lightly sanded the surfaces smooth, removing any lumps and bumps. A lot of people are keen to customise their ikea furniture for this reason but many find themselves put off by horror stories of people trying to paint their ikea furniture and it all peeling off a few days later. Luckily, ive learned how to paint ikea furniture and any laminate really quite easily and its made a huge difference in terms of how well my. See more ideas about ikea, ikea furniture and furniture. It was mostly where we put things on top of the dresser or where the drawers created friction though so you may not have that problem with a bookcase.
Move the bookcase to a wellventilated work area such as a garage or outdoor deck or set the bookcase in the center of the room away from other surfaces you dont want paint on. The obvious downside of painting assembled ikea furniture is that it can be very awkward to get into all the corners and this can end up giving you an uneven paint. We have way too many bookcases but was wanting to put one in. He was a large man and his uniform shirt was unbuttoned almost halfway with a thick mass of chest hair right at my eye level. Aug 30, 2012 hi jenna, thanks for your tutorials on how to paint laminate furniture. Latex paint she used benjamin moores aura line directions. I love so many things about this room and the ikea bookcase hack.
There are lots of different ways to achieve a hack but the simplest method of all and my favourite, is just to paint ikea furniture. Always use any spray products in a wellventilated area. Advice on my builtins and help me pick the perfect white. Is there a way to paint them so that they look decent would love to paint them a dark cherry color but not sure if i can.
How to paint ikea laminate bookcases home guides sf gate. 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. Most ikea furniture, have a laminate wax type coating that makes it difficult for paint to stick effectively to its surface. I was downstairs and walked up the steps to see two completed bookcases and two sisters wearing paint clothes and bandanas standing arm in arm. Diy ikea billy bookcase built in bookshelves part 2 run to. Sep 30, 20 we werent too fond of the existing paint color, which was kind of a dull dingy almond shade of white.
A lot of people are keen to customise their ikea furniture for this reason but many find themselves put off by horror stories of people trying to paint their ikea. Amazing gallery of interior design and decorating ideas of painted ikea bookcase in boys rooms by elite interior designers. If your piece is made of wood and not laminate, then sanding, priming and painting will give you a better result. Paint ikea billy bookcase hack after priming, go ahead and paint your billy bookcase with 2 coats of paint. Shellac primer and annie sloane chalk paint on shelves probably with some stick on protective cover for shelf bases as these will have books etc on them and the backs wallpapered sounds good. Paint color inside of bookcase design photos, ideas and inspiration. Its super affordable, which makes it a great option for budgetfriendly projects, but can it really be painted sans streaking, bubbling, and peeling. How to paint ikea furniture laminate, solid wood and metal.
But it was all worth it at the end of the day because i love the new. First thing is you definitely want to start with a primer on the laminate surface so that any paint will adhere to it. I know it may be a controversial choice, but i always sand as part of my prepping routine. How to paint ikea furniture in 5 easy steps grillo designs. When painting something that gets a lot of use then use enamel paint instead of normal wall paint.
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