String Furniture
String Furniture in short
String Furniture produces the Swedish wall-mounted shelving system designed by Nisse Strinning in 1949: wire ladder panels paired with modular shelves. The system is entirely modular and backwards-compatible across decades, allowing you to expand it over time. When mounting, pay close attention to your wall type and select the correct wall plugs.
Facts and background
| Topic | Overview |
|---|---|
| Design | 1949, Sweden (Nisse Strinning) |
| Known for | String shelving system and String Pocket |
| Categories | Wall shelving, cabinets, storage |
| Price tier | Premium |
| Signature | Slender wire ladder panels with shelves |
Because the core dimensions have remained consistent for decades, newly produced panels and shelves almost always fit older vintage components — making expanding and buying second-hand simple.
What to consider when configuring
- Panel height — determines the total number of shelves you can integrate.
- Shelf depth — 20 cm for books, 30 cm or more for kitchenware and desk setups.
- Fixings — your wall structure dictates the required plugs; plasterboard requires specialised hollow-wall anchors.
- String Pocket — a compact, pre-packaged variant ideal for smaller spaces.
Installation and care
A wall shelf is only as dependable as its fixings.
- Inspect your wall type and use appropriate wall plugs; seek professional advice if in doubt.
- Distribute weight evenly across the shelves.
- Clean lacquered shelves with a slightly damp cloth.
- Treat oak veneer shelves periodically with wood oil or soap, depending on their original finish.
Buying in the Netherlands
String is available throughout the Netherlands via selected design boutiques and online stockists. Buy individual panels and shelves separately, allowing you to adapt or extend your system in future without replacing existing units.
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Frequently asked questions about String Furniture
- What year was the String system designed?
- In 1949; Nisse Strinning originally conceived it for a Swedish bookshelf design competition.
- Can I combine vintage and modern components?
- In most instances, yes: the dimensions of the system have remained virtually unchanged for decades.
- Which shelf depth should I choose?
- Around 20 cm works best for standard books, while 30 cm or deeper is suited to kitchen storage or workstations.
- What should I bear in mind during installation?
- Assess your wall construction carefully: plasterboard requires dedicated hollow-wall anchors, and loads should be evenly distributed.
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Laatst inhoudelijk gecontroleerd: 30 augustus 2026