DIY Ikea Built-In Bookcases
This Genius Ikea Hack Adds Loads of Storage

We used the Borgsjo Bookcase in white from Ikea for this project. The bookcase is 29-1/2" wide. 5 bookcases fit on our 12'11" wall. I measured, measured again, and even sketched a to-scale rendering to make sure we would like the finished look using this size of bookcase.
Note your ceiling height at this point as well. Ours are only 8' and these bookcases, which are on the shorter side at 71-1/4"H, fit it well. If you are working with taller ceilings, you may consider choosing a taller bookcase.
Step 1: Measure
Step 2: Shop
Step 3: Prepare the Space

Step 4: Build a Cage Base



Step 5: Set Bookcases on Top of Cage

Step 6: Attach Bookcases to Studs
Step 8: Build a Cage For the Top
Step 9: Build Cages For the Sides
Step 10: Drywall Around the Bookcases
Step 11: Trim Time!
Step 12: Caulk

Step 13: Paint

Step 14: Put in Shelves
