If you're in the market for a wood filing cabinet, the first thing you should know is that you've already made an excellent choice. Wood filing cabinets provide storage with style, and have become a fundamental part of any smoothly running office. To help get you started, here is a list of seven basic things you should know before buying your next wood filing cabinet.
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- Vertical or Lateral
These are the two primary wood filing cabinet types. A wood vertical file cabinet offers greater drawer depth. A two- or three-drawer vertical cabinet would be suitable for a home office. Lateral file cabinets are much wider and are appropriate for heavy-duty use or narrower spaces.
- Open and Shut
Almost all wood filing cabinets feature closeable sliding doors, often with a thumb latch. But if quick access is key, consider open fixed shelves with moveable dividers.
- Type of Wood
A wood filing cabinet is distinctive for its classic, natural beauty. Maple, cherry, or oak would each offer a different look and feel. Maple and oak warm up a space with their golden hues, while cherry affords a rich, elegant feel with its reddish tone.
- Mobility
For those who frequently work at several different desks every day, a wood filing cabinet with caster wheels would save a lot of legwork.
- Safety
To guard your company's privacy, make sure you have a locking file cabinet. For further safety, you'd be wise to invest in a wood filing cabinet that has been fire-proofed.
- Weight
Avoid workplace accidents with counterweighted drawers that prevent your wood filing cabinet from tipping over. Or try a cabinet with interlocking drawers that will only allow one drawer to open at a time.
- Folders
Last but not least, check your folders to make sure your wood filing cabinet can accommodate them. If they're hanging folders, look for a cabinet with metal glides.
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With these tips in mind, you're sure to find an attractive wood filing cabinet perfect for your use.
