Liitinkaappeja

Liitinkaappeja are modular cabinets designed to join storage modules into a continuous cabinet run. The term comes from liitin (connector) and kaappi (cabinet). In Finnish interior carpentry, liitinkaappeja are used to bridge joints between individual cabinets, often at corners or between wall and floor, to create seamless lines and to conceal hardware.

Typical use includes kitchens, wardrobes, offices, and display setups. They may be special corner pieces, end panels, or tall connecting units that carry adjustable shelves or hinge systems. They often house connectors, wiring, or other integration hardware and may incorporate plinths, skirting, or toe-kicks.

Construction materials are commonly laminated particleboard or MDF with melamine, veneer, or lacquer finishes. Edges are sealed with PVC or wood veneer; back panels are thin but removable for access. Mounting relies on standard fittings such as dowels, cams, connectors, and screws, with alignment aided by level adjustment and sometimes a dedicated plinth. When designed as part of a modular system, liitinkaappeja enable easy replacement of individual modules without disassembling the entire run.

Advantages include modularity, scalability, easier transport, and simple replacement. Potential drawbacks are moisture sensitivity of core materials, weight, and the need for precise measurements during installation to preserve alignment. Availability and exact naming vary between manufacturers and Finnish carpentry literature.

See also: modular furniture, flat-pack furniture, cabinet making. Liitinkaappeja are part of broader trends in Finnish interior design toward flexible, modular storage solutions.