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A storage cabinet should suit the space, how you plan to use it and what you intend to store inside. Yet many people choose a cabinet based only on its colour or an attractive product photo. This can lead to a wobbly structure, drawers that can’t support enough weight or a cabinet that won’t fit through the door.
The JOYFURNOS storage cabinet collection offers a range of solutions, from a lockable metal cabinet to a fabric chest of drawers for clothes. Read on to find out what to consider before you order.
Four drawers may look spacious, but their internal dimensions determine how much you can actually store. So check not only the external dimensions, but also the width, depth and height of each drawer or shelf. For example, a tall wardrobe with drawers isn’t necessarily suitable for lever arch files.
The stated maximum load is usually a static figure. Heavy tools in a drawer that’s opened every day put different demands on the runners than light office supplies. So check the load capacity of each drawer, as well as the type of items you plan to store.
For example, the JOYFURNOS mobile filing cabinet has a stated load capacity of 15 kg per drawer. This is useful information for storing documents and office supplies, but it doesn’t mean you should regularly load a drawer beyond the stated limit.
A cabinet may be suitable in theory, but still awkward to use if the doors can’t open fully or it blocks a walkway. Measure the available space, allowing for skirting boards, door swing and room to pull out the drawers.
Tall or narrow cabinets also need to be positioned safely. Several JOYFURNOS models come with an anti-tip kit. Use it according to the instructions and secure the cabinet to a suitable wall where required.
A metal storage cabinet is usually a practical choice for an office, utility room or garage where you need a sturdy structure and lockable storage. Steel is heavier than fabric or board, though, so check the net weight and make sure your floor can support it.
A fabric chest of drawers is lighter and easier to move. Its drawers are suited to lighter items such as clothes, accessories, cables or household essentials. Avoid exposing fabric models to moisture or overloading them. For example, the product information for the seven-drawer model says that the fabric drawers are not washable and should be cleaned with a damp cloth.
Measure the space for your cabinet in centimetres and compare it with the stated product dimensions. Here are a few examples:
A cabinet with adjustable shelves gives you more flexibility for storing boxes, folders and tools. Just check that the shelf height is sufficient for your largest item.
A lockable filing cabinet is useful when documents or personal belongings need to be kept out of general reach. A lock won’t prevent every kind of unauthorised access, so check which parts actually lock and keep the keys somewhere safe.
Castors make a mobile filing cabinet easy to move around a home office. At the same time, the cabinet needs to remain stable when you open a drawer. Check whether the castors can be locked and use the cabinet on a level surface. Full-extension runners let you reach the back of a drawer, but always distribute heavy items evenly.
Why it suits this type of buyer: This compact fabric chest of drawers is ideal for a bedroom, student room or small home where you need to keep light items neatly stored.
The stated dimensions and maximum total static load of 27 kg make it clear that this model is designed for light storage, not heavy tools.
Four drawers, a metal frame and a compact size of 45,1 x 30,1 x 92,4 cm. An anti-tip kit is included.
Why it suits this type of buyer: This cabinet is a good fit if you’re looking for one lockable storage solution for a garage, office, utility room or kitchen.
The adjustable shelves let you arrange the cabinet to suit boxes, tools or lever arch files, rather than having to make do with fixed compartments.
Steel construction, a lock, adjustable shelves and a stated load capacity of 25 kg per shelf and 30 kg on top.
Why it suits this type of buyer: A practical choice for home workers and small offices that need documents close at hand and want to move the cabinet between rooms when needed.
The product information specifies four full-extension drawers, a lock and a steel construction. This makes it easier to assess the layout, access and privacy before you buy.
Supplied assembled, with four drawers, optional castors and a stated load capacity of 15 kg per drawer.
Why it suits this type of buyer: The seven drawers give you room to sort clothes, accessories and linen by category in a bedroom or dressing room.
The product information gives a maximum load of 3 kg per fabric drawer. If you’re storing light clothes and accessories, you can organise the drawers accordingly and avoid overloading them.
Seven drawers, adjustable feet, a metal frame and an anti-tip feature. Assembly parts and instructions are included.
We’ve put together a complete, up-to-date list of products that meet these strict selection criteria and the applicable European safety regulations.
It depends on the model. The mobile filing cabinet is designed for documents and office supplies, with four drawers, a lock and castors. For lever arch files, boxes or larger office items, a metal cabinet with adjustable shelves may be more practical.
Anchoring is important for tall or narrow models. If an anti-tip kit is included, follow the assembly instructions and secure the cabinet to a suitable wall. Store heavy items at the bottom and distribute the weight evenly.
A standard storage cabinet doesn’t use electricity. Ongoing costs mainly involve maintenance, any assembly required and replacing parts such as castors or drawer runners. A metal cabinet may be heavier to deliver and move, while a fabric chest of drawers is usually easier to assemble.
