Boxes that fit a BILLY bookcase shelf
BILLY shelves are 11 in deep and 30 in wide inside. See every storage box, magazine file and basket that fits, with the shelf height you have set.
569 boxes fit
Width 10–75, depth 10–26, height 10–30 cm-
58.5 × 26 × 26 cm Winsome 3pc Torino Folding Fabric Basket Black: Square Storage Cubes, No Assembly, 11" Compatible
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58.5 × 26 × 26 cm Decorative Basket Winsome Black: Foldable Fabric, Reinforced Chrome Handles, Fits 11" Cube Storage System
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25.4 × 39.6 × 29 cm Really Useful Box 19L Storage Container with Lid and Clip Lock Handles, (2 Pack)
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24.8 × 38.7 × 29.2 cm Sterilite Large Nesting ShowOffs Stackable Storage Bin, Latching Organizer Tote with Handle, Plastic Box for File Organization, Clear, 12-Pack
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24.9 × 45 × 24.9 cm Unique Bargains Foldable Baskets Canvas Fabric Cube Container with Rope Handles Storage Bins Red Small
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40.6 × 25.4 × 25.4 cm UBMOVE Small Corrugated Cardboard Moving Boxes, 16" x 10" x 10", 10 Pack
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26 × 36.8 × 26 cm SKÅJARE Box -
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26 × 36.8 × 26 cm BARNDRÖM Box -
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26 × 36.8 × 26 cm SKÅJARE Box
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38.1 × 25.4 × 25.4 cm Bekrvio Pink Storage Bin with Lid,Collapsible Fabric Storage Cube Basket with PU Leather Handles for Shelf Closet Organization,1 Pack, Small
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38.1 × 25.4 × 25.4 cm Bekrvio Pink Storage Bin with Lid, Large Collapsible Fabric Storage Cube Basket with PU Leather Handles for Shelf Closet Organization,2PCs
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38.1 × 25.4 × 25.4 cm Bekrvio Pink Storage Bin with Lid,Collapsible Fabric Storage Cube Basket with PU Leather Handles for Shelf Closet Organization,1 Pack, Large
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38 × 25 × 25 cm 4 Pack Storage Bins with Lids and Clear Window,Fabric Closet Organizer Boxes 15x10x10 Inch,Sturdy Handle Baskets for Clothes Blankets Linens and Toys
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38 × 25 × 25 cm Storage Bins, 3 Pack Fabric Storage Boxes with Lids and Handles, Foldable Closet Organizers 15x10x10 Inch, Non-Woven Storage Baskets for Clothes
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2×33 × 25.4 × 27.9 cm House Kids' Book Storage White - Pillowfort™
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2×26 × 36.2 × 24.1 cm YBM Home Large Grey Stackable Plastic Storage Bin with Lid (2149)
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2×26 × 36.2 × 24.1 cm YBM Home Large Grey Stackable Plastic Storage Bin with Lid (2149),3-Pack
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25.5 × 38 × 23 cm VECELO Large Cotton Rope Storage Baskets Set of 3, Sturdy Woven Organizer Bins for Nursery & Closet
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25.4 × 38.1 × 22.9 cm Ornavo Home 3 Pack Cotton Rope Shelf Storage Basket with Faux Leather Handles - Black
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25.4 × 38.1 × 22.9 cm Ornavo Home 3 Pack Cotton Rope Shelf Storage Basket with Faux Leather Handles - Cream
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2×36.8 × 21.6 × 27.7 cm Simplify Vinto Storage Box with Lid Large: Off-White Polypropylene Decorative Bin, 14.5" W x 8.5" D x 10.9" H, No Assembly
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25 × 40 × 22 cm VEVOR Bread Box for Kitchen Counter, Large Capacity Bamboo Bread Storage Container, Farmhouse Wooden Breadbox Organizer for Homemade Bread, Natural
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41.9 × 22.9 × 22.9 cm Casafield Set of 3 Water Hyacinth Storage Baskets with Lids, Espresso - Small, Medium, Large - Decorative Bins for Bathroom, Closets, Laundry, Shelves
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2×25.4 × 35.6 × 24.1 cm Cheer Collection 4 Pack Large Collapsible Storage Baskets with Handles 14 x 10 x 9.5 Inches, White and Cream
The BILLY bookcase is shallow. That is what makes it fit in a hallway, and what makes most storage boxes stick out of it. Before buying anything, the number to know is the depth: 11 in (28 cm) for the shelf itself, about 10 ¼ in (26 cm) usable once you account for the back panel.
Shelf dimensions
- Width: the 31 ½ in (80 cm) BILLY has about 30 in (76 cm) of clear width per shelf; the narrow 15 ¾ in (40 cm) version has about 14 in (36 cm).
- Depth: 10 ¼ in (26 cm) usable. Boxes deeper than that overhang the front edge.
- Height: adjustable. The shelf pins are spaced about 1 ¼ in (3 cm) apart, and most people end up with 10 to 14 in (25 to 35 cm) between shelves.
What works on a shallow shelf
Magazine files, paper boxes, letter-size document boxes and shallow fabric bins were more or less designed for this depth. IKEA's own TJENA and KVARNVIK boxes come in BILLY-friendly sizes, and Target and Amazon sell 10 in deep bins in many colours.
The search below is set to a depth of at most 10 in and a height of at most 12 in. Measure the gap between your shelves and adjust the height slider to match.
Other common spaces
- 13 × 13 cube storage binsFabric cubes, plastic bins and baskets that fit standard 13 in cube organizers from ClosetMaid, Better Homes, Threshold and IKEA.
- Bins that fit an IKEA TROFAST frameTROFAST bins are 16 ½ × 11 ¾ in with 4 or 9 in height. See IKEA's own bins and third-party bins of the same size, in one search.
- Boxes that fit an IKEA KALLAX cubeEvery storage box, basket and insert that fits a KALLAX compartment, from IKEA and other retailers. Opening is 13 × 13 in; depth 15 in.
- File boxes for letter-size foldersFile boxes that hold hanging folders and letter-size paper, in cardboard and plastic, with and without lids. Search by outer size for your shelf or closet.
- Bins that fit a fridge shelfClear fridge bins sized for the shelf depth and the gap between shelves. Narrow, deep and low bins that keep drinks, produce and snacks in order.
- Moving box sizesSmall, medium, large and extra-large moving boxes with their standard dimensions, plus wardrobe and dish boxes. See who sells each size.
- Bins that fit a pantry shelfClear pantry bins sized for shelf depth and the space between shelves. Narrow bins for cans and packets, wide ones for snacks, low ones for the top shelf.
- Photo storage boxes for 4 × 6 printsBoxes sized for 4 × 6 in photos, with room for dividers. Archival, plastic and decorative photo boxes from several retailers in one search.
- Shoe storage boxes that fit your shoesClear stackable shoe boxes, fabric boxes and drop-front boxes sized for sneakers, heels and boots. Search by the shoe size you own.
- Bins that fit a closet shelfBins and boxes sized for the standard 12 in and 16 in closet shelf, and for the tall gap above the top shelf. Find what fits before you buy.
- Boxes that fit under the bedFind under bed storage boxes by the clearance you have. Most beds leave 6 to 8 inches; measure yours and see every box that slides in.
- Bins that fit under the sinkUnder sink cabinets are wide but the drain and trap take the middle. See slim bins, pull-out drawers and stackable organizers sized for the space that is left.
- Boxes and crates that fit vinyl records12 in LPs need an inside width of at least 12 ¾ in. See every box and crate that fits records, and how many they hold.