Wooden Filing Cabinets

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Dominck 39.4'' Wide 1 -Drawer Mobile Lateral Filing Cabinet

Spacious Wooden Filing Cabinet

Inbox Zero

This traditional black filing cabinet features one drawer, two open shelves, a cabinet, and more storage on top. The four locking wheels are a functional addition that makes moving this large cabinet through the office a breeze. It is available in two colors: plain black or a mix of black and white.

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This simple cabinet is a must-have for spaces that struggle with clutter. It has plenty of storage options to sort all of your stray files, office supplies, and equipment. The wheels make it easy to transport and lock it in place. The neutral aesthetic will surely suit your study or workplace decor.

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Hewish 15.7'' Wide 3 -Drawer Mobile Vertical Filing Cabinet

Vertical Wooden Filing Cabinet

Trent Austin Design®

This antique wooden file cabinet features three file drawers, one open shelf, locking wheels, and surface storage. It comes in a vintage walnut color and a narrow aesthetic, perfect for offices with spatial restrictions and a lack of storage options. This antique file cabinet is also hanging-file compatible.

$289.99 ~~$325.99~~

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Hanner 30.236'' Wide 2 -Drawer Lateral Filing Cabinet

Chic Wooden Filing Cabinet

Mercury Row®

This simple lateral filing cabinet comes in a classy combination of white and sky oak. It features two drawers, hanging file bars, and surface top storage. The clean design has a great mid-century modern vibe and should fit well in rooms with limited extra space.

$324.99

Designer Advice:

We love this cool filing cabinet and the fashionable yet warm aura it gives to the space. It has a practical design and aesthetic that will work in commercial and residential spaces. One drawback is that the cabinet lacks wheels, which means it can be difficult to move around when full. You will have to keep the cabinet near your desk to ensure easy access to your documents.

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Fort Hamilton 30.31'' Wide 2 -Drawer Lateral Filing Cabinet

Stylish Wooden Filing Cabinet

Mercury Row®

This cabinet features two lateral storage drawers, one open shelf, and additional storage on its surface. The cabinet has a mango wood build and satin gold metal frame handles that give it a rustic yet luxurious feel.

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This modern filing cabinet is one of our favorites with its sleek handles and warm Sindoori mango finish. The cabinet is finished on all sides, so you can place it anywhere in the office or home. Its interlocking safety mechanism only opens one drawer at a time. The drawers even hold hanging files. Unfortunately, it doesn’t come with wheels, so you will have to drag it around if you want to change its location.

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Cambrie 16.5'' Wide 2 -Drawer Mobile Vertical Filing Cabinet

Rustic Wooden Filing Cabinet

Millwood Pines

This vintage wooden filing cabinet features two drawers with hanging bars and five removable locking wheels. Its beautiful finish creates a natural warm atmosphere in any workspace. The unit is vertical and compact, making this antique wood file cabinet the perfect storage solution for small office spaces.

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Willa 30.87'' Wide 2 -Drawer Lateral Filing Cabinet

Sophisticated Wooden Filing Cabinet

Foundstone™

This contemporary yet vintage wood file cabinet features one locking drawer, one non-locking drawer, hanging file bars, and more surface storage on top. The top drawer has a louvered front, while the lower one has a clean design. This design is best suited to add a point of interest to minimalist workplaces.

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Dionara 18.2'' Wide 3 -Drawer Mobile Vertical Filing Cabinet

Sleek Wooden Filing Cabinet

Inbox Zero

This simple filing cabinet features three drawers, locking wheels, and more surface storage. It has a sleek handle-free design that can hold documents and supplies in its non-hanging file storage. It is available in three colors, each of which should blend very well with any type of office decor.

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Eggert 17.72'' Wide 4 -Drawer Mobile Vertical Filing Cabinet

Ultra Modern Wooden Filing Cabinet

Wade Logan®

This wooden filing cabinet features four drawers, four hooded double wheels, and a smooth top. It has a streamlined and stylish design that’s perfect for contemporary interiors. The wheels are removable, so you can move the cabinet around as you wish or keep it in one place.

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Buying Guide

Filing cabinets made of solid wood offer an attractive alternative to the usual metal options. Although wood is susceptible to scratches, the imperfections will simply add to their patina and overall character. In general, wooden filing cabinets are as durable and sturdy as their metal counterparts but they are only the ones that can create a cozy and warm office environment.

If you want to know how to make the right selection, then check out our buying guide below!

What type of storage should you look for in a filing cabinet?

To determine the best solid wood filing cabinet for you, assess the types of files that you need to store. Will the documents be rare and important? If so, then you’d want a cabinet that can offer the most protection against accidents. Look into a solid wood filing cabinet that’s resistant to water damage, impact, as well as other potential hazards.

If you’re in the medical field, you know that patient privacy is important. You, therefore, know that you need to invest in the best wooden file cabinet that can also offer a high level of security. Make sure the locking mechanism your chosen filing cabinet employs is top-notch.

It's also necessary to take into account the size of the files that you’ll be storing. Cabinets made of solid wood can store the standard paper size which is 8.5” X 11”. If you work in a law office, the legal size paper won’t fit inside regular filing cabinets, so make sure the one you get can accommodate larger documents. Also, any archival materials, canvases, and blueprints require flat file cabinets. If you need documents to be stored flat, then check for a model with large drawers.

How to ensure the security of documents in a solid wood filing cabinet?

There are various lock options for solid wood filing cabinets that you can choose from. Your most common options are sliding teeth and cam locks. They’re the standard with high-quality models and they require keys in order to gain access.

Cam locks make use of metal bars in securing the doors of filing cabinets in place. When a key is turned, a cam lock’s metal bar, which is added on the door’s interior, will rotate. The lock is easy to use. It can also be replaced.

As for the sliding teeth lock, it relies on a specific mechanism that’s located inside the cabinet. It's perfect if your cabinet incorporates glass with solid wood. When the door’s unlocked, the sliding section (controlled using a specific key) separates from the lock.

Although the two locks we just mentioned offer protection, you may want something that’s more sophisticated. If so then choose the filing cabinet that has an electronic lock that requires you to have a key code. You may find this rare as an e-lock is often added to a steel filing cabinet. If you happen to find one with this type of lock, then the e-codes from the lock will allow you to record and monitor those who accessed the filing cabinet.

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