Filing Cabinets

Compare office filing cabinets by size and drawer count

Choose from metal filing cabinets with two, three or four drawers, available in black, grey and white. Cabinets with two drawers provide the lowest format, three drawers balance storage with a more moderate height, and four drawers provide the tallest option.

The range also includes compact desktop cabinets with five, ten or fifteen shallow drawers for stationery, paperwork and smaller office items. These are organisers rather than hanging-file cabinets, so treat them as a separate option when comparing the range.

Metal filing cabinets for office storage

The main range contains vertical metal filing cabinets designed to stand independently as office furniture. Their stacked filing drawers keep documents and folders together in one place, making them a practical office storage choice for shared rooms, records areas and individual workspaces.

These cabinets are different from wooden filing cabinets, wide lateral cabinets and mobile pedestals. Choose the right filing cabinet for the room and the way files will be stored, rather than assuming every type uses the same drawer layout.

Choose the right filing cabinet for your office

Measure the available height, width and depth, then allow enough room for the drawers to open fully without obstructing desks, doors or walkways.

Consider how many files you need to store now and whether the collection is likely to grow. If you use hanging files or a particular document format, check the internal drawer arrangement on the selected product page.

If locking is important, compare the lock and supplied keys for the individual cabinet. A standard lock can help manage everyday access, but it should not be confused with specialist fireproof or security-rated storage.

Filing cabinets or desktop drawer cabinets?

Choose a full-size filing cabinet when you need stacked drawers for office records, folders and paperwork. The main range includes black, grey and white cabinets with two, three or four drawers.

Choose a compact desktop cabinet when you want shallow compartments for stationery, forms and smaller office items. The 10 Drawer Desktop Storage Cabinet provides a useful middle option, with five- and fifteen-drawer alternatives also available. These compact cabinets are not designed as hanging-file cabinets.

Keep office paperwork organised

Think about how documents will be grouped before choosing the drawer count. Separate frequently used files, archived paperwork and records used by different teams so each group has a clear place in the cabinet.

Label the filing drawers clearly and leave room for new documents rather than filling every section immediately. A simple filing plan makes it easier to choose the required capacity and keep papers accessible once the cabinet is in use.

Compare other office storage

Filing cabinets are intended for document-led storage in a dedicated office location. For compact personal storage beside or beneath a workstation, compare under-desk drawers and office pedestals.

For supplies and equipment stored behind doors or on shelves, browse office cupboards. For tools and mixed workplace supplies, use the broader metal storage cabinets range. These products have different internal layouts, so keeping them separate makes comparison easier.

Compare lower and taller filing cabinets

For a lower cabinet, start with the white Steel Filing Cabinet, which has two drawers. The white Large Filing Cabinet provides the taller four-drawer format. Black and grey alternatives are also available across the main range.

Choose the drawer count and colour first, then compare the cabinet dimensions, internal drawer arrangement and locking details shown on the selected product page.

Filing cabinet FAQs

How many drawers should I choose?

Choose according to the available space, the amount of paperwork and the number of separate filing sections you need. Remember to allow room for every drawer to open fully.

What colours are available?

The main filing cabinet range includes black, grey and white options with two, three or four drawers.

Are desktop drawer cabinets the same as filing cabinets?

No. The desktop models have shallow drawers for stationery, forms and smaller office items. They are not designed as vertical hanging-file cabinets.

Are all filing cabinets lockable?

Locking arrangements can vary, so check the selected cabinet for its current lock and supplied-key details.

Are these filing cabinets fireproof?

Steel construction alone does not make a cabinet fireproof. If fire protection is required, choose a product with documented, model-specific fire-resistance evidence.