This is part four of our post Office Furniture for a Changing Workplace. In this part, we'll discuss storage solutions to help you choose the best options for your office.
File Cabinets
There are two main types of file cabinets used in offices today - vertical files and lateral file cabinets.
Vertical Files
The first is the traditional vertical file cabinet that everyone is familiar with. It is designed to minimize the amount of floor space required for your filing cabinet when you have a limited amount of filing to do. They are either letter or legal size depending on the type of documents you wish to file and vary in depths from 25" to 28 1/2" deep. They are available with 2 to 5 drawers per cabinet.
Lateral Files
The second is the lateral file cabinet that is appearing in more offices every day. It is designed to maximize the amount of file storage that you have available. They are designed to hold any combination of either letter or legal size files in each drawer and are generally 19 1/4" deep. They are available with 2 to 5 drawers per cabinet and in 30", 36" and 42" widths.
Mobile Pedestal Files
A mobile file cabinet generally has two drawers, with some offering three drawers and are designed to fit under most desks and worksurfaces. It allows you to wheel it with ease which is a great feature since you don't have to worry about carrying a heavy piece of furniture should it need to be moved. Mobile file cabinets also feature a locking mechanism.
Bookcases
A stylish way to display your books is through the use of a bookshelf. Bookshelves are available in different heights, sizes and finishes. Some come with 5 adjustable shelves while others have two, three, or four shelves.
You can find bookshelves that have glass doors that can be opened and closed. This is a great feature since it helps protect the books and minimizes the amount of dust that can accumulate.
Lastly, you can find bookshelves that come in three compartments with the center unit having two doors on the bottom. This is ideal for large walls and in a situation where storage is greatly needed.