Pienirivisiä

Pienirivisiä is a Finnish term that translates to "small-rowed" or "short-rowed" in English. It is primarily used in the context of woodworking and boat building to describe a specific method of constructing a hull or other wooden structure.

In boat building, pienirivisiä typically refers to a method where the hull planks are laid in relatively short, overlapping sections rather than long, continuous strakes. This approach allows for the use of smaller, more readily available timber, and can be advantageous in constructing boats with complex curves or for repairs where large, intact planks are difficult to source or shape. The seams between these short planks are carefully sealed to ensure watertightness.

This technique can also be found in other forms of woodworking, particularly in historical or traditional contexts where material efficiency and adaptability were important. The use of pienirivisiä can impart a distinct visual characteristic to the finished object, with the visible seams of the smaller planks forming a repeating pattern. While modern boat building often favors longer, wider planks for efficiency and aesthetics, the pienirivisiä method remains relevant for certain types of craft, historical reconstructions, and in areas where lumber limitations exist. The skill involved in executing pienirivisiä lies in the precise cutting, fitting, and fastening of the small sections to create a strong and watertight structure.