A woman's simple yet effective makeover of a Billy bookcase from IKEA has gone viral, inspiring other book lovers to embrace DIY projects.
A woman has impressed people with her stunning home library makeover, achieved by transforming a popular IKEA product. The Swedish furniture retailer, known for its affordable and adaptable home goods, frequently sees customers revamp their living spaces without exceeding their budget. Among its range, the Billy bookcase is a perennial favorite among shoppers. On its website, IKEA states: 'It is estimated that every five seconds, one Billy bookcase is sold somewhere in the world.
Pretty impressive considering we launched Billy in 1979. It's the book lovers' choice that never goes out of style.' Users frequently share their customized Billy bookcases on social media, as well as home transformations using other IKEA staples like the Pax wardrobe system. One particular transformation by a woman posting under the name Sarah Lm has left people in awe. In the Facebook group 'Show Your Home Library', which has more than 50K members sharing their bookshelf setups, the DIY enthusiast revealed how she turned the corner Billy unit into a bespoke piece - and it was a simple process. She didn't settle for the standard look; instead, she painted the shelves a deep blue to match her walls, resulting in a seamless and sophisticated finish that blends perfectly with the rest of the room. Sarah ensured the simple bookcase became a stunning feature in her home library, proudly sharing the results online with the caption: 'I painted an IKEA Billy corner dark blue for my room. I finished putting my books up today! I'm never leaving this place.' Her post quickly caught the attention of book lovers who were charmed by the renovation work and the impact of the dark blue paint on the Billy bookcase's appeal. One admirer commented: 'Goals
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