[deadwood]

This is my first post on ikeafans, (Hello from a wet Ireland!) so forgive me if i'm asking an old question.
Mods, please redirect me if you like.

I'm thinking of using Billy bookcases to fill the alcove each side of the fireplace in my sitting room. The alcoves are 112cm and 117cm each. The wider alcove will also incorporate a tv. I'll probably put the matching doors on too. I'll use extension add-ons and lighting to complete the cabinets to ceiling height.

I was wondering if one can get "fillers" to close the gap between the side of the bookcase and the wall to give a more built-in appearance?

Would it be worth buying an extra bookcase to make fillers out of this?
I've tried looking in other DIY shops for matching veneers, but haven't found anything which will quite match the colour.

Thanks in anticipation etc.
Deadwood.

[sxpert]

you can probably buy an extra bookshelf and cut it to fit

[ludes98]

Matching Ikea veneer is pretty tough. Depending on the finish, some people here have recipes for staining pine and other materials to match. If you don't mind the added expense and your installation allows you to hide the cut edge, a sacrificial extra case is a great way to go. Don't forget to check the As-Is section JIC.

[deadwood]

Thanks guys. I think i'll but one extra and use it. Might email the Ikea ideas dept. too!
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[dubgem]

Why don't you put in a filler that looks the same as the wall? (You could use plasterboard then wallpaper / plaster / paint with emulsion to match your wall). That would have the added advantage of evening up the sizes of the alcoves so they are the same.