DIY BUILT-INS ON A BUDGET (IKEA HACK- BILLY BOOKSHELVES) | Home Reno Ep. 1

[@FactsOnlyPlease.]

She is a hard worker, methodical, and pays attention to detail!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you!

[@bronxchick2997]

I’m blown away 😮 iv can image a husband going off to work and coming home to this!

[@Charlie10266]

I love the level of confidence you have while kicking that wall in… 👏😅

[@annaburch3200]

I was just telling my husband we could add more Billy shelves to our Billy shelves we already have flanking the fireplace and add trim to make them look like built-ins. Then I found your video!!!! I'll have to show him what you did. So nicely done! 👍

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Awesome! Glad I could help.

[@KimberlyAnnPortraits]

AMAZING!!! Finally, after watching a ton of KZbin videos of tv/fireplace built in's, yours is exactly what I was searching for. Your work is inspiring for a girl like me who's never used a power tool. Fingers crossed 🤞🏽 that I can replicate your wall. Just patiently waiting on the Billy's to be in stock. Thank you again for sharing. I just Subscribed 💖

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Yay! I’m so glad my video could help! I think it’s awesome that you’ve never used tools before but you’re totally willing to try. Seriously hope ikea restocks everything soon. Good luck with everything! Thanks for watching!

[@KimberlyAnnPortraits]

@@KelseyRomitoDIY ❤🥰❤

[@DWHGWIHW]

This is amazing, you killed it and thanks for sharing you DIY journey with us all. You are skilled, determined and have a very kind spirit!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you so much! ❤️❤️

[@trevorgibbsnc]

Really appreciate for you doing this! Watching you do it step by step has increased my confidence to get this done at my place!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

This makes me so happy! It’s one of the main reasons I started my channel- so others can see all my projects and realize they can totally do them too. Good luck with your projects!

[@Merzui-kg8ds]

She is ABOVE AVERAGE in skills and in tools, yet humble in a humorous way.

[@KTBCreates]

Girl, you’ve got mad DIY skills!!! You make it look all too easy, I’m binging your channel and I’m obsessed! Xoxo, your newest fan, Kim

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you! If only I worked as fast in real life as I do in the videos!

[@supriyasharma7]

MOST INCREDIBLE IKEA HACK BUILT IN VIDEO!!! Ever! Loved it! You have crazy awesome DIY skills. Would love to see more detailed instructions for basic beginners like myself. Very inspiring...kudos Kelsey!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you! ❤️❤️

[@jayakrishnant6013]

Great video and amazing skills. How did you attach 2 billy book cases together?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I attached them together with a few screws then painted them to blend in

[@josephmccann4143]

I like your attitude, you're willing to learn on the go. You are indeed a doer and worth watching. My eyes bugged out a bit when I saw how high you left your saw blade while cutting your trim casing.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks. You’re absolutely right- it was way too high. I didn’t even realize.

[@deenawomack4661]

Absolutely love this video. We are doing the same thing on our fireplace wall. We only have room for one Billy bookcase on each side. We frameed them in. Then we built a new wall above the fireplace that is even with the bookcases. I did a vertical ship lap on that new wall where the TV will go. Everything is done except for painting and a few trim pieces. I loved what you did!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Sounds like we had a lot of the same ideas! 🙂🙂

[@turbulanceism]

Absolutely love this! As a bit of a noob to DIY I find your build inspirational! I personally like a darker aesthetic so I would do like a dark oak style as apposed to the white!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

That would look great!

[@hippiechick_fl]

Thank you for this. I'm doing something similar and had read/watched what feels like a million tutorials, but yours is the first that actually *showed* me what I needed to see for it all to click. Subscribed and will check out the rest of your videos!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SmileCentral]

Wow! Beautiful! I have a question about the cords and how you access them to change out the TV. Do you need to remove the fireplace? I couldn't figure out how you reached in there to plug in the fireplace and tv 😁

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I really wish I would have included this in the video. I left a hole behind the tv and shiplap. I also cut holes in the side of the cabinets that touched the shiplap. I had wall outlets behind the cabinets that I accessed by cutting additional holes in the back of the cabinets. So the tv cord goes behind the shiplap. It runs down then comes out of the side and plugs in a wall outlet behind the cabinet doors. So you never see any wires. Hope this makes sense.

[@SmileCentral]

@@KelseyRomitoDIY Yes it does!! Thank you! I really love it, great job!!

[@Claribel42]

I wish she showed how she did with the electrical cords😢

[@ca6177]

You are quite the builder! Amazing! 😊

[@LifewithRogina]

I was going to buy wall cabinets and use them as the base and then floating shelves, but I love this so much more.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I totally considered that option. But at the time (about 6 months ago) the price of wood was out of control. This was so much less expensive and saved me so much time.

[@cedeliamunisteri2483]

What an awesome project you did. Makes me think I CAN do my craft room. And I won’t have to even move a door. But let’s give credit where credit is due. You keep saying we however, you are the only one I see doing any work! And it is fabulous work! Very inspiring. I love how you go into details

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you! One of my favorite things is hearing that my videos make someone feel like they can accomplish their goals in their own spaces. I’m definitely the only one doing all the work but I realized I keep saying “we” as in me and you- the viewer. We’re in this together! 🤣🤣

[@rlatimer1962]

You kicked major butt on this project. So impressed!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you!

[@carriehoeckendorf6869]

Hey girl, 2 mins in to your first vid. Im here for it. Show me, teach me. I want your built ins. I know, im 3 years late. Bout to binge all your videos.....LETS GO!!!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Welcome! Glad you’re here!

[@elvyrana1664]

It's awesome Would appreciate a link for the small woods used as background for the tv n fire place 🙏

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

They are primed pine shiplap boards. www.lowes.com/pd/5-375-in-x-8-ft-White-Pine-Shiplap-Wall-Plank-Coverage-Area-3-58-sq-ft/1000422301

[@elvyrana1664]

@@KelseyRomitoDIY thanks a lot

[@donestalay776]

I came across your channel because I trying to get inspired to add Billy bookcase to my owners suite. I want storage for my shoes and accessories

[@darlarubottom6736]

Love the entire thing. Exactly what I want in my home. You have great diy skills. I don't know if I can do all that. But, at least I know how now and can certainly direct it to get done. Thanks for sharing.

[@c0pyimitati0n]

Hey, you could get a cheap motion sensor light switch for the closet, or else they make something called a door jam switch which installs in the door frame and when the door opens it activates the light (the same way a fridge light works)

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Cool idea!

[@princesssela6204]

Years of DIY under the watchful eye of my professional son taught me to not take short cuts and do it right the first time. This would have made me finish the drywall in the corner too. You are a very handy lady!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you!

[@patriciaufferman1533]

Wow! Just wow! I’m impressed. ❤so creative.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you! 😊

[@shacheb]

Um…. Yes!!!!! You are amazing!!!! And it turned out beautifully. Great job!!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you so much ❤️❤️

[@ericmcmaster1451]

Wow very impressive video and what a great outcome congratulations! I really enjoyed the process and got lots of building tips as well. Thank-you.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@thomaslittley7301]

Thanks for the inspiration, just built mine. I’m well chuffed with the result.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Awesome!

[@willaolive8153]

You are amazing! I just watched this video and was like "Wow, She did that"! 😊💯

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you so much! This was my very first project in our new house and still one of my favorites.

[@indymaz08]

Your tutorial is by far the BEST! My only question is how did you connected the TV ? Can I also know the measurements for the TV space? .thanks

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks! I wish I would have included this in the video. The cord for the tv runs behind the shiplap and into the cabinets (I cut a hole in the side of the bookshelf). There are outlets behind the cabinets so I cut a hole in the back of the cabinets to access the outlet. The tv/shiplap area is 96” tall and about 66” wide.

[@chadmerrill3445]

Do you believe these shelves will stand the test of time? Are the bookshelves sturdy enough? Looks like a great budget friendly option to build! I’m thinking about doing it myself

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

So far they’re holding up great. They are extremely sturdy because I anchored everything to the wall.

[@JayReevesCLT]

Honestly, this discouraged me more to try this because it would never look this good! You ma’am are AMAZING and made it look TOO easy.

[@karencue9339]

I love this! How did you plug in your TV and fireplace and where did you get the fireplace? Thanks!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Fireplace is linked in the description. The tv and fireplace plugs into an outlet inside the cabinets.

[@bratb6191]

Great job. I'm impressed. Looking to do something similar, haven't decided on a final design. Looks great

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks!

[@JesselpD]

Omg! You are superwoman!!! You are doing such an amazing job! 👏🏻👍🏼

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks so much!

[@jay_montgomery]

Amazing job! This inspired me. Thank you for sharing your skills and talents with us.

[@jesusrivera8136]

This is amazing! Exactly what I was looking for. My only question is how would you access the wall electrical plugs behind the TV and Fireplace. Is there a hidden door to reach them? Thank you for sharing!!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

There are outlets inside the cabinets. I cut a hole in the back of the cabinets to access them. The cords come down behind the fireplace and through the side of the cabinet to plug in.

[@voltron415]

Great video! My kids enjoyed learning how you made the closet door dissappear 🙂

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you! I was a little nervous that I would be able to tell where the door was it blended right in!

[@Karebear59]

So Impressed! You are amazingly talented. Love it!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks so much!

[@arnietheentertainer9990]

How do you not have millions of followers??? Youre SO GOOD!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks!! ❤️

[@NYtalk60]

You did a great job! How, and where did you put the electrical, cable box, etc.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks. There are outlets in the cabinets that everything plugs into

[@NYtalk60]

@@KelseyRomitoDIY OK. That's great!

[@seans.8999]

Great Job!!! you made it look so easy, thanks for sharing with us........

[@periseanbaltimore4064]

You smoked this!!! I learned something too so kudos to you!!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@kimberlymorrow195]

Great job. Quick question what did you do behind the tv? Did you finish that area off?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I left it open so I could access that space if I need to. I made sure the opening wasn’t too big that you could see it from the side of the tv.

[@katemoore6249]

You did a beautiful job!! Can't wait for the next video!!

[@csclose]

I am just shaking my head in AMAZEMENT! Just WOW! Where did you get your skills?? Cindi ( from WV). 🥰🍁

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks! Here’s a q&a where I talk about how I got into diy- kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKTEYn6mapalY8U

[@lukemagee462]

That came out way better than I expected. Will definitely watch more of your work! Subbed!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Awesome, thank you!

[@claudiarincon5609]

OMG! You are so talented. I would like to learn how to do things like that but indo not know where. Can I ask you where did you learn ? Is there a place when yo go and learn?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Hi, I have a couple of q&a videos answering this question if you want to check them out.

[@sharondasmith1364]

Omggg you have gained another fan amongst the many others you already have lol. This is exactly how I want my living room. You are definitely talented you motivate me to start doing diy projects. Thanks for sharing your journey with us

[@adrianaguerra8184]

I love your videos!! What type of nails did u use for the trimming to cover the seams? Did u have to use puddy to cover them? Thanks

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks! I used one inch brad nails. Yes I used wood filler and sanded before painting.

[@drjohn5801]

Very NICE job Kelsey - impressive construction details and nice customization touches :-)

[@tparsons13]

Did you use something to fill all the holes that eun vertically inside the shelving walls (for adjusting shelf height)? Final review clip makes it look like maybe you did, but hard to tell with that video filter.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I used a little bit of white spackle. They’re not completely filled in case I want to adjust them but it camouflages them.

[@Babidoll141]

Hey! Love it! Just curious if you made pocket holes for electric? How did you plug your sound bar in? Also are there outlets inside the cabinets? ❤️

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

There are outlets in the walls behind the cabinets. I cut a hole in the back of the cabinet and used surge protectors. The cords come down behind the tv and fireplace and through the side of the cabinet.

[@Xocoma1]

I love what you made and I’m so glad you shared it with the world. We are working on a similar project and I was wondering how you handled the carpet. After the shelves are installed, how do I keep the carpet from shifting? Can I nail the carpet down right in front of the base of the shelves?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

We actually ripped out the carpet and put in laminate flooring. But I’m sure you can put down carpet racks to keep the carpet from shifting.

[@frankcampos1251]

OMG. That looks great and gives me a couple of ideas for some built-ins that I've been kicking around in my head for a couple of years :). Maybe you didn't video it but, I didn't see you make provisions for the power and cabling for the TV, soundbar, and fire place. Is that a separate video?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Wish I would have included this in the video but it was my first one and I was still learning. There are outlets inside the cabinets. I cut a hole in the back of the cabinets to access them. Then I drilled a hole in the side of the cabinet closest to the fireplace and pulled all the cords through to the outlet.

[@enakajtezovic8883]

Looks amazing! wondering what kind of trim you used for the middle and did you at any point debate between the glass doors? Did you find it easier to build the mantle after?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

The trim is called lath. I didn’t want glass because I wanted closed storage.

[@lubnaakter7761]

This was super cool. I was wondering, where and how do you connect all the wires and cables for the TV and the fireplace? 🤔

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

The wires run behind the shiplap center piece and through the side into a cabinet. Inside each cabinet is an outlet.

[@Brittany_Thurman]

I wish I was this talented… in the meantime I’ll just keep watching you living through your work lol

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

🤣🤣🤣

[@sarahjennings1041]

That project turned out amazing

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks!

[@justcallbrad8672]

This turned out really good. Great Job!!! 👍 the link for the doors is not working can you repost it. Thanks

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Sure no problem. www.ikea.com/us/en/p/oxberg-door-white-50275596/

[@elizabethventura6060]

Absolutely love your DIY bookshelves and fireplace. What stain color did you use for your mantle.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks! I’m pretty sure I used minwax early American. Then went in lightly with varathane weathered gray to tone down some warmness.

[@Cskyle22]

Ma’am!! You’re real life wife goals! This was awesome 🥹

[@TomJones-wi4nh]

Looks great! The problem I have in general with TV’s mounted over fireplaces is that they’re always positioned too high, which makes for an uncomfortable viewing angle.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks! Yeah I know what you mean. I made sure to check the height was ok with my husband since he’s the one who uses the tv the most.

[@corylivingston3749]

Great work! Curious how you secured the bookcase to the wall? Sorry if I missed this. Thanks

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I don’t think I included it in the video(definitely should have) but I screwed through the back panel directly into the wall. Also through the side panels that are touching a wall. Then I used a few screws on the other sides of the shelves to screw the bookshelves together. Hope this makes sense!

[@candacescanvases]

Ok… what color paint and stain did you end up using? Love it!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks! I used minwax early American stain for the mantle. For the paint, I started with a very white color like chantilly lace and gradually added a warmer color like white dove until I got a good match to the ikea shelves.

[@candacescanvases]

@@KelseyRomitoDIY great approach! Thanks so much for the info 🥰

[@tomboybook1]

I never comment on anything. Hell girl im so doing this after surgery. 1 book shelf either side with a bottom faux fireplace as i live in a very hot state in Australia. thankyou i can do this.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

You can totally do this! 🙂🙂

[@rainbowcadillac]

This looks amazing! Not sure if you answered this previously, but after getting the fireplace and TV mounted how did you get them connected to the power? Did you have an outlet on the original wall and plug things in before screwing things in placing?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

There are outlets on either side inside the cabinets (the outlets were already there- I just cut holes in the back of cabinet to access them). The wires run down behind tv and fireplace. I cut holes in the side of cabinets where you can’t see so the wires can come into the cabinet and access the outlet. I really wish I would have included this but this was my first video and I totally forgot. Hope this helps.

[@rainbowcadillac]

@@KelseyRomitoDIY That makes a lot of sense. Thank you for clarifying! Good job again on your project.

[@jennifernorwood75]

Love this! I tried to click on the link to the cabinet doors and it's coming up blank. Can you please let me know what type of doors you bought?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks just updated the link. The doors are ikea oxberg doors that fit the billy bookshelf. www.ikea.com/us/en/p/oxberg-door-white-50275596/

[@jessicadubord3370]

Amazing! I'm attempting something similar in January. On the Ikea website the doors seem to have the handle holes pre-drilled. But your cabinet doors came without holes right? And where did you get the handles? :) Thanks in advance

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

So the doors are technically pretty-drilled but not all the way through. So from the front, it looks like there is no hole. Here are my cabinet pulls- www.lowes.com/pd/Brainerd-Square-Bar-3-in-Center-to-Center-Matte-Black-Rectangular-Bar-Cabinet-Door-Pull/1002690870?cm_mmc=shp-_-c-_-prd-_-hdw-_-ggl-_-LIA_HDW_213_Decorative-Hardware-_-1002690870-_-0-_-0-_-0&ds_rl=1286981&gclid=CjwKCAjwiY6MBhBqEiwARFSCPjpqE2l_nYjgIP3NFZzQCSOEbgZxJgW3B9OAQ4Obu3ip2roO5m4W0hoC1tgQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[@antonia6059]

Wow gorgeous! Great job

[@lulukuhn]

Kelsey I am impressed!!! Great job girl! Tell me how did you know what kind of wood and what size you should buy? I have 3 peace’s of ikea here and I would like to transform them into a library ( big bookcase)… please help me with your ideas……

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you! When deciding on wood for this project, I knew I wanted to go with primed pine because it’s very smooth and less expensive compared to poplar or oak. As for the size I needed, I measured from the tops of the bookcases to the ceiling because I knew I wanted it to be enclosed.

[@caitlinhart2983]

Hi, amazing job! Sorry if I missed the link, but where are the cabinet doors from again?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks! The cabinet doors are from ikea. They match the ikea billy bookshelves.

[@angelamaracle8554]

On your dining make over what was you using on wall and thickness?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

They’re called bender boards. They’re very thin. www.homedepot.com/p/MDF-Bender-Board-Common-1-4-in-x-3-3-4-in-x-97-in-Actual-0-25-in-x-3-375-in-x-96-in-487404/202297474?g_store=6551&source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&pla&mtc=Shopping-BF-F_D21-G-D21-021_003_DIM_LUMBER-NA-NA-NA-LIA-NA-NA&cm_mmc=Shopping-BF-F_D21-G-D21-021_003_DIM_LUMBER-NA-NA-NA-LIA-NA-NA-71700000045530102-58700004682521920-92700053361644909&gclid=CjwKCAjw4ayUBhA4EiwATWyBrmCYRWoiNr4a_x58HbYzpT4gebIw5LchKAKiD9iMRnskI6PB4KcihBoChWYQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[@lookyhur]

That looks fantastic! Exactly what I want for my basement living room.

[@Originalrubebwoy]

Love it already build my fireplace was waiting on the bookcase to come back in stock in my location . Ordering 2 + the extension . Awesome job 👌👍.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you! Yeah the billy bookcase is such a popular item- it goes in and out of stock all the time. Good luck!

[@sdboykin1]

What a great job! very motivating and inspiring !!!! .... so awesome ..... GirlPower!!!

[@jackandlill]

Incredible!! That was the word that came to mind when watching you build this & then seeing the reveal.....You did such an amazing job with this project & boy does it change the whole look of the living room! You made it look so easy too! I realize the magic of editing makes everything look MUCH easier than it is but still!! You were so enjoyable to watch...I subscribed ♥

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you so much! I wish I could actually work as fast as the editing! Haha

[@brianrodriguez4186]

Where did you get the cabinets and from? This ia really nice that the cabinets are built not made. Really wanna do this now

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Ikea. The link is in the description.

[@syf9025]

You are a bad ass! Got me thinking I can conquer anything! I'm ready to go out and buy some damn tools! Amazing!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Haha! I love this! Do it! ❤️❤️

[@leova12587]

Fast delivery - beautiful , easy to install! My neighbor is ordering one as well! 60 inch is perfect size if you want it to be the center piece of the room!

[@jennbell4251]

The Billy bookcases are so great, I just bought a few (Was difficult to get them) and made over my MB closet. I LOVE the built in idea and you did it all by yourself - you are awesome. I really like your channel, just found you 2 weeks ago and am watching your older videos along with your new ones.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you! Thanks for the idea for using them in a closet. I’m going to be making over my closet sometime in the future!

[@sirishakusuma]

Awesome work. What paint color did you use to match?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I started with chantilly lace and slowly added white dove until it was as warm as the ikea units. Both colors are Benjamin Moore but I had them color matched at sherwin williams.

[@DnBQemist]

Great job! Does the retail store trim match the ikea bookcases?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

No I had to color match it myself

[@mikerochford7168]

Hi Kelsey, this is some great work. How did you hide the shelve holes on the inside?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

They aren’t really hidden. I filled them with a little bit of caulk to make them less noticeable but still be able to find them if I do want to adjust the shelves.

[@mikerochford7168]

@@KelseyRomitoDIY Thanks for the reply, hardly notice them on the video. Cheers

[@movinngroovin2104]

We took a closet and reversed it into the kitchen it just so happened that closet was in the perfect place for a pantry. We sold that home and are in another home doing projects.

[@miekaludaway828]

Sooooo...can you come help me😫?? But seriously that looks amazing!!! You did an awesome job!!!👏🏾

[@Shystie2oo1]

This is awesome! I want to do something like this for my parents. Quick question...did you leave the hole open behind the TV, and if so, why? Also, you covered up where the shelves joined to make it look custom but you forgot to do it at the bottom.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I left the hole open behind the tv just in case we need to access that area for any reason. I didn’t forget to cover the seams at the bottom. I hadn’t installed our new floors yet so I wanted to wait until the new floors were in. They have trim over them now.

[@PATTIC]

Hi, Kelsey, Just discovered your channel and immediately subscribed. I had been thinking of doing something like this in my family room. Absolutely amazing. You are one of the very best DIY-ers I have seen on KZbin. Great job!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you so much!

[@barbaratennison1589]

Where did you buy the bookshelves? And do you have a video of making the new door on the other side of the closet?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

The links for the supplies are in the video description. For some reason I didn’t film moving the door to the other side. I wish I would have!

[@chewieonthefarm9332]

You got skills! I love this!!!

[@GMan56M]

Hi! Great tutorial! I cant figure out if the doors on the bookshelves are from IKEA? The link isn't working.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks just updated the link. The doors are oxberg doors from ikea. www.ikea.com/us/en/p/oxberg-door-white-50275596/

[@sueleite7919]

Hi Kelsey - we are doing a similar hack with Hemnes bookcases - what colour of paint did you use for the trim pieces?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I wish I could tell you a specific paint color. None of the ones people recommended matched perfectly. I had a bunch of samples left over from the living room makeover. I started with a super neutral white base like chantilly lace then gradually added warmer whites like simply white until I got a good match.

[@SZGSports]

was the fire place a plug to the outlet or hardwire? great job I want to try this myself

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

It plugs in

[@SZGSports]

@@KelseyRomitoDIY awesome did you had to upgrade your breaker? thanks for all your amazing videos. I have them save, as we just bought a house and next year I want to do some of the videos you have done :).

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

@@SZGSports nope the one I used didn’t require that

[@SZGSports]

@@KelseyRomitoDIY great, thanks I booked mark a couple of your vids. Awesome job in all of them keep killing it

[@courtneydaigle6636]

Do you have to remove the flooring to install built ins? I have vinyl planks and have no idea how to make that work

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

No I don’t think so. I wouldn’t do it over carpet though because it would be uneven.

[@momscott4923]

You are absolutely amazing, this is a project I would love to work on. I will definitely be waiting for any new videos from you. Great job ❤❤😊

[@donestalay776]

Young lady you are awesome. Question, how do you access the electrical outlet

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I left a hole behind the tv and shiplap. I also cut holes in the side of the cabinets that touched the shiplap. I had wall outlets behind the cabinets that I accessed by cutting additional holes in the back of the cabinets. So the tv cord goes behind the shiplap. It runs down then comes out of the side and plugs in a wall outlet behind the cabinet doors. So you never see any wires. Hope this makes sense.

Yes!!!! Thanks for the motivation this is an epic build! Where you get the trim you used btw?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks! The trim is primed lattice. It’s from lowes.

[@mallorysealey9413]

What size tv do you have? What size fireplace and what’s the width of the overall fireplace space

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

The tv is either 60” or 65”. The width of the fireplace/shiplap area is 5.5 feet. The link for the fireplace I used is in the description.