Filing Cabinet Styles

There's more to consider than just vertical or lateral

When shopping for a new filing cabinet people often get hung up on whether to choose a vertical filing cabinet or a lateral filing cabinet. There's no doubt that this is a factor in your decision, but there's more to consider when selecting from filing cabinet styles.

Other features

Today you can find a filing cabinet with options and features that meet many, if not, all of your needs. Here are a couple of features to look for as you search for a new filing cabinet.

Additional storage: If you are in need of storage solution, consider a filing cabinet that provides more than just space for your file folders. Look for a filing cabinet that has space for items like computer diskettes, CDs, DVDs as well as other miscellaneous supplies.

Safekeeping: The ability to lock your filing cabinet is often a helpful feature. A locking filing cabinet provides additional security.

Mobility: A filing cabinet that is on wheels will eliminate constantly having to haul files from office to office. With a filing cabinet on wheels or casters, you can simply move the filing cabinet to your desired location. 

Fireproof: An often overlooked, but important feature to look for in a filing cabinet is whether or not it's fireproof. A fireproof filing cabinet can provide superior protection for important documents.

Identify your needs

Finding the right filing cabinet goes hand-in-hand with knowing what you need. By outlining how you plan to use the filing cabinet, you can identify what features you need. This extra step will ensure that you purchase the right filing cabinet for you. Some questions to ask yourself include:

What documents will I put in the filing cabinet?

Where will I put the filing cabinet in relation to my workspace?

How often will I need to access the files in the filing cabinet?

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