DIY IKEA BUILT IN HACK: How To Turn The Gersby Bookcase Into Built-ins For Your Home
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- Опубликовано: 25 июн 2024
- This video is all about how I created custom built ins using the IKEA GERSBY bookcase. I know the IKEA BILLY is a fan favorite for this type of project but I had limiting dimensions in my room caused by a perpendicular closet that I was not in the mood to close off, so I decided to try the smaller GERSBY. I had about 10 inches of space to work with on the right wall and the Gersby is 9.5 inches deep where as the Billy is 11. The depth of the bookcase was perfect, though I did struggle to add some height. Ultimately, I think they turned out AMAZING!! This video is a mini “how to” but I have much more detailed content that I may release in a three-part VLOG series. Let me know in the comments if that is something that actually interests you.
I lied in the video 👀
My first step actually wasn’t removing the baseboards. I started this project by watching 100 youtube videos and tutorials. I’ll include the most helpful videos in the description box and within the cards of this video.
While I was watching, I compiled a list of common tools used to complete this project and purchased them over several weeks. As I plan to install molding in several rooms and possibly will be doing built ins in the living room, it was worth the investment. I’ve linked all the tools below.
I really hope you find this video helpful, and I’m here in the comments to answer any additional questions you may have!
xoxo
PS - the paint color Is Downing Street x @valsparpaint
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C O N N E C T
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HELPFUL VIDEOS
@PeonyandHoney: IKEA library wall hack
• IKEA HACK: DIY Billy B...
@mygrandparentschair9191: Arched Builtins
• Ikea billy bookcase ha...
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L I N K S
IKEA GERSBY ‣ ingka.page.link/ZmqPHpfuqsBRr...
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Pony 2-in-1 work bench and saw horse ‣ amzn.to/45HopiS
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Lights ‣ amzn.to/405Rbbu
Wallpaper ‣ amzn.to/45Lm1rf
Wood Veneer ‣ amzn.to/409MHki
Large Level ‣ amzn.to/45L4FdU
Framing Square ‣ amzn.to/3FvvR5K
Speed Square ‣ amzn.to/3S6Bjnl
TOOLS ⚒️
Basic tool box ‣ amzn.to/46M5a91
Trim puller ‣ amzn.to/3FviSkO
Multi tool ‣ amzn.to/46EnnFx
Countersink bit ‣ amzn.to/3MdnvDJ
Drill ‣ amzn.to/3S7EFpZ
Circular Saw ‣ amzn.to/3McDVMt
Brad nailer ‣ amzn.to/45O81gd
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Orbital Sander ‣ amzn.to/3QrhuWC
Finishing Supplies
Wood screws
Brad nails
Putty Knife
Wood glue
Wood filler
Zinsser BIN Interior Multi-purpose SHELLAC Primer (White can/Red Label)
Painters acrylic latex caulk
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Listing and linking supplies is top notch content. Great job and video. 💜
Thank you!! I hope to make it as easy as possible for you guys to find things ☺️
I kinda wish there was more reveal at the end, maybe in the future you could do a bookshelf tour?!?! That would be great!
That’s a great idea! I’m planning to do a styling video soon so I’ll make sure to incorporate more footage of the whole bookcase.
You did excellent job
😍 safety prep, glasses, mask, earwear, gloves
Thank you!! I’m showing this to my dad who ingrained in me to “be careful”
You did an AMAZING job! you should be proud!
Wow, thank you!! ☺️
Thank you SO much for all the work in listing the other helpful videos and the tools and links! Plus we love to see a cutie woman of color building some cool sh!t!!!
You are so welcome! Thank you for watching ☺️
That wallpaper was awesome
Thank you! I wasn’t expecting it to be such a hit ☺️
GIRL!!! Simply fabulous!
Thank you so much!!
Wonderful book shelves. Great job 🎉🎉🎉❤❤
I really appreciate that, thank you!
It looks beautiful. Thanks for the product listing.
No problem! Thanks for watching ☺️
Totally awesome creation - you are great!!
Thank you so much 😊
I love all the choices you made. ❤ Sooo beautiful!
Oh gosh, thank you SO much!
Great job and they look so elegant!
Thank you, I’m glad you like them!!
Great job! The bookcases turned out stunning.
Thank you so much!
Great work,thanks for all the tips and inspiration
Thank you so much! I’m happy the tips were helpful. Good luck on your project ☺️
I truly wish I was this cool. Great hack!
Thank you! You’re super cool for watching 😁
Absolutely lovely!
Thanks!! 😁
This turned out so nice!
Thank you so much!
Wow, you really know your stuff! I’ll be following your process when doing my own living room. Thanks for sharing. Love from Spain ❤
Oh my gosh! Thank you so much, I’m learning every day, but those comment made me smile. Good luck and let me know if you have any questions!
Love it! I know this is an older video, but you might benefit from a circular saw and a miter saw.
Thank you!! I have both now, I actually got them for this project 😂
It’s beautiful.
Thank you!
Thanks - great apt hack.
So glad you found it helpful!!
You did a wonderful job ❤
Thank you so much! ☺️
Great job!!
Thank you!!
❤nice work
Thank you ☺️
Amazingm keep it up!
Thank you, will do!!
Excellent 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thank you!!
Oh-my-God.... Its beautiful!!!!! So so nice!!! Now i go to show it to do husband that i want to do it also 😅😅😅 he will probably report your chanel as" dangerous diy idea project to set in my wifes head" 😅😅😅😅
🤣🤣🤣 thank you so much! I will take the heat to get you the bookcase of your dreams!!
good job :)
Thank you ☺️
Loooove this!!! And your black and white outfit!!!❤ Where is that from!?
Thank you!! It’s a random pair of pajamas I bought on a trip when I forgot mine. I looove them and wear them all the time. But truly random, I think they’re from JC Penny outlet 😂
Nice. You should paint the upper insides as well
Thank you!! I thought about that. I wanted to see how I liked the natural wood first and it turns out I love it.
Awesome job! Can you tell me what and where you got the beautiful paper for the back of the shelves please?
Thank you! I got it from Amazon. It’s sold out there, but still available at Anthropologie liketk.it/4rt7n?product=6a97c707-a502-11ee-988e-0242ac110003
@@prettylillawyer thank you! So kind of you to share. You are doing some amazing projects!
Hi! Which lights did you use? Those are super cute!
Thank you so much! These are the lights, amzn.to/4eqYj98
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Thanks!!
Good video, one complaint. I would like to see a good clear final picture of the project. there is a brief final picture, but it is covered by suggestions for the next video to watch
Excellent point! I will definitely keep that in mind for future videos.
Can you come do my DIY?
Haha you’ll definitely want a professional!
Beautiful job! 🌸🌸🌸Congratulations! 🌸🌸🌸Ima bite😀🌸
Thank you!! Haha please do!
Girl math?? Is that seriously a term? You're nailing the project though
Haha it was trending when I made this video. Thank you!!
What’s “girl” math? Lol I guess I use that if it’s what I think it is.
Haha in this context I think of it as getting the job done with as few tools as possible. If I can eyeball it or use my arms to measure, I’m not pulling out the measuring tape 😂
Adding real wood to particleboard is not gonna go well. Many of these Ikea bookcase hacks turn out terrible after a while
Hmm it’s done pretty good for 8 months and I’m always down for a new project if it goes south.
Lol love your profile picture btw 😂
The back music is louder than your voice also it was wrong one . Very annoying
That sucks! I have a mic now so hopefully better next time.