'System' by String is a modular and adaptable shelving system that simultaneously serves as a shelving, work and storage solution. The system encourages creativity in spaces of all sizes, by providing an unlimited number of options that can be quickly and easily changed however you wish. The system can either stand out or blend into the wall depending on the finishes you choose.
Available in packs of one or two side panels, with fitting instructions and wall fixings included. The side panels are constructed from steel and powder coated in a range of glossy colours. 'Wall' options are designed to be fitted solely to the wall whereas ''Floor' options have feet that rest on the floor in addition to the wall fixings.
Try building your own String System with the String® Planner! With our fully integrated software you can plan, save, share and add your design to your Really Well Made shopping basket.
The side panels should be paired with their appropriate matching shelves. Please contact us if you need some help with your selection.
The String shelving system was designed by Swedish Architect Nils Strinning in 1949, it became an instant classic thanks to its affordable pricing, flexibility and minimal aesthetic. The next year an order was placed to fit-out the planned UN Headquarters in New York City, the perfect fit for the now iconic modernist building. The brand has developed additions to the system over the years and now offers its modular shelving system in a multitude of arrangements and finishes.
String System Side Panels
String System Side Panels
by String
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‘Made to Order’ products are ordered in from the manufacturer on the customers request and are considered a bespoke product - special terms and conditions apply. Production (lead) times stated above are an estimate only and do not include transit times from the supplier, or the time taken to deliver to you.
In stock items are available for immediate dispatch from our London-based warehouse. The daily cut-off time is 12:00 am for same day shipping, orders placed in the afternoon will be shipped the following day. Please refer to inventory levels above for live stock availability.
Technical Information
Medium Floor Panel - Width: 30 cm, Height: 115 cm.
Small Floor Panel - Width: 30 cm, Height: 85 cm.
All Floor Panels have a maximum skirting board clearance of 10-12 cm.
Deep Wall Panel - Width: 30 cm, Height: 50 or 75 cm.
Shallow Wall Panel - Width: 20 cm, Height: 50 or 75 cm.
All options are available in packs of one or two side panels. Wall fittings supplied.
Materials/Construction
Material samples available on request. Please get in touch if you would like us to post some out to you.
'System' by String is a modular and adaptable shelving system that simultaneously serves as a shelving, work and storage solution. The system encourages creativity in spaces of all sizes, by providing an unlimited number of options that can be quickly and easily changed however you wish. The system can either stand out or blend into the wall depending on the finishes you choose.
Available in packs of one or two side panels, with fitting instructions and wall fixings included. The side panels are constructed from steel and powder coated in a range of glossy colours. 'Wall' options are designed to be fitted solely to the wall whereas ''Floor' options have feet that rest on the floor in addition to the wall fixings.
Try building your own String System with the String® Planner! With our fully integrated software you can plan, save, share and add your design to your Really Well Made shopping basket.
The side panels should be paired with their appropriate matching shelves. Please contact us if you need some help with your selection.
The String shelving system was designed by Swedish Architect Nils Strinning in 1949, it became an instant classic thanks to its affordable pricing, flexibility and minimal aesthetic. The next year an order was placed to fit-out the planned UN Headquarters in New York City, the perfect fit for the now iconic modernist building. The brand has developed additions to the system over the years and now offers its modular shelving system in a multitude of arrangements and finishes.

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Joining previous reviews about the great attention to details and the ease of installation. Highly reccommend!
beautiful shelves, perfect for my office. Shipment from String (in Sweden) might be a wait, otherwise great service.
Hello Nick,
Thank you for leaving us a review. Yes String is always one of our slowest items to arrive, but if you can wait, it is worth it :) We also have thousands of String products in stock in the UK, but not everything at all times.
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Our String empire grows - adding a new panel height to shake up the shape of some drawer units in the bedroom. Such a great system for any home that's less than palatial.
Joining previous reviews about the great attention to details and the ease of installation. Highly reccommend!
beautiful shelves, perfect for my office. Shipment from String (in Sweden) might be a wait, otherwise great service.
Hello Nick,
Thank you for leaving us a review. Yes String is always one of our slowest items to arrive, but if you can wait, it is worth it :) We also have thousands of String products in stock in the UK, but not everything at all times.
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Once you pop you can't stop with String - we've used the metal stuff in the kitchen and the regular stuff in the guest room. This time it was a couple of wall panels - not our first by a long way - and they didn't disappoint.
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Great system. Great delivery service.
Have bought these previously from John Lewis and was really happy to see them stocked here. Delivery excellent and very carefully packed. Shelves and supports both excellent quality and simple to install. Great price.
I have too many books. The solution was to completely line a small living room with String system shelves. Not cheap - but well worth the money. A builder friend came to help me put them up and both he and I were so impressed by how intelligently these shelves were designed. Easy to put up (the instructions work!) and they feel robust and are visually light and satisfying - brilliant when so many are in 1 small room. They are robust enough to move from 1 house to the next. Buy once and buy well is my motto - which these shelves fulfil. Happy customer - thanks RWM for being the conduit to my finding them.
Beautiful product as part of the String System, very efficiently and quickly delivered by Really Well Made. I want to find more things to buy from here!
Absolutely delighted by the string system shelves. And RWM service was also great and customer service very helpful when I contacted them to enquire about delivery.
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First time buying from Really Well Made - nice experience - panel arrived a day after purchase and carefully packaged. Much to commend about RWM
Simple and elegant - bettered only by the RWM service.
I needed one more upright for making a coat and slippers rack in the hallway. RWM delivered quickly and everything was in great condition. Will definitely buy from here again
Bought string shelving units for son’s room to organize his toys. Much more attractive than mdf units out there for toy storage - will still look good and be fit for purpose when he is older.
Wow, you guys are so quick! You had a product that I searched for, not everyone had it but you delivered, so good thank you
Great speedy service.
This is a great system for creating a desk or storage where flexibility is key. It looks great, easy to install and functional.
Arrived quickly and well packaged.
Item arrived very well packaged and looks perfect now it’s up!
Very quick service. The panel is easily mounted and could be varied in many ways.
Brilliant make. Would recommend it.
Fantastic service, this was delivered within a week when other companies gave a 5-6weeks time frame. Exactly what I needed to complete my shelving.
Ordered these along with some shelves. Really great system and excellent service from Really Well Made.
Delighted with this item. Amazing quality and looks beautiful. Really well made service was brilliant too with swift on time delivery and very well packed ensure goods arrived in perfect condition. Would buy again and definitely from Really Well Made...thanks!