Solid Wood Lateral File Cabinets
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Over the years, you may have accumulated many important pieces of paper which are now taking over every bit of spare counter space. A cabinet is one thing, but a solid wood lateral file cabinet will hold all of those irritating yet necessary documents whilst adding a little something extra to your living space. Solid wood is an in-demand material due to its long-lasting and high-quality finish. It will last for decades if you look after it properly with wood-specific cleaning products to help it shine.
Our Picks
2 Drawer Lateral File Cabinet in Wood
Loon Peak®
We all know it can be a mash dash when you’re searching for that bank statement when on the phone, but this cabinet features deep, fully-extendable drawers to hold everything close by. It has soft open and close features, and is made of fire-resistant material.
Designer Advice:
Go one step further and buy some drawer dividers for ultimate organization. No more frustrated sighs or frantically shuffling paper around, because everything you need will be right within reach.
Walnut Wood Lateral File Cabinet
This beautiful walnut cabinet has a rich varnished finish and completely expandable drawers that can be locked. The single file drawer would be perfect for storing letters, whereas two other drawers and a cubby offer a wealth of storage.
It will automatically add a refined vibe to your hallway, living room, or dining area due to its glossy sheen.
Designer Advice:
Complement this with other dark wood furniture – just be careful to inject some light into the room with brighter cushions or white/beige painted walls.
White Wooden Lateral Filing Cabinet
Rosalind Wheeler
Solid wood isn’t just limited to wood on the darker color scale – this white lateral cabinet is made from pure oak and has a large weight capacity of 330lbs. Additionally, the drawers feature smooth full-extension slides for easy access to your documents.
A white lateral cabinet like this one will brighten up the space around it and fit in with contemporary décor styles immediately. Moreover, the cute barn-style detailing and antique bronze hardware on the drawers gives it a rustic feel.
Brown Solid Wood Filing Cabinet with Shelving
This cabinet comes in a rich brown color and has two closed drawers along with two open shelves. The unique finishing process of this cabinet keeps all of the imperfect grains and knots in the wood, and has distressed detail which only adds to the rustic vibe.
Designer Advice:
You could use the open shelving to create a visually appealing space with plants, books, or photographs. However, this cabinet can only hold up to 150lbs, so don’t place anything too heavy in it or on it.
Traditional Solid Wood File Cabinet
The timeless appeal of this cabinet is due to its traditional design. Featuring dovetail drawer joints, fully extendable drawers, and turned bun feet, it has a classic look that will never go out of style.
Designer Advice:
This cabinet will look distinguished in any room, or you can place it in your entryway for a warm introduction to your home. Feed into the rural vibe by picking flowers for a pretty vase and placing them on top.
Pine Solid Lateral File Cabinet
This cabinet is crafted from pine and has a maple finish which will accentuate the natural grains of your cabinet even more. It features three drawers for all of your storage needs and has small details such as black metal bar pulls to contrast with the wood.
Designer Advice:
Pine is a gorgeous variant of wood that will show off your solid wood cabinet to its best extent. It is versatile as it isn’t too light or too dark, meaning it will look good with bleached or black furniture.
Chestnut Solid Wood File Cabinet
Darby Home Co
Chestnut is the type of wood most commonly seen in older houses, and for good reason. This cabinet is elegant and has a myriad of small details, including a protective top coat to protect its sheen. Moreover, the molded detailing on either side adds a charming accent touch.
Inspired by an old English library, this cabinet will attract light due to its unique glass-like sheen.
$999.99
Designer Advice:
Play op to your cabinet’s light-reflecting abilities by placing it near a window.
Modernist Wooden Lateral File Cabinet
Copeland Furniture
Modern designs have evolved to be as sleek and streamlined as possible, and this cabinet, available in black, walnut or cherry, has a silky-smooth look to it. Featuring adjustable wooden glides for smooth opening and closing, all your documents will fit in the substantial drawer space.
Clean lines and no visible doorknobs will allow your modern cabinet to blend in with its surroundings seamlessly. This cabinet, as with many contemporary furniture pieces, has an element of the ever-popular Mid-Century design, another huge trend at the moment. Another design box, ticked!
Black Lateral Wood File Cabinet
Hooker Furniture
If you want your room to look like a country den, opt for this solid black lateral cabinet. Rich in motif detail, it has one smaller drawer and two on the larger side, all of which are lockable. Crafted with cherry veneer wood, it also comes with an anti-tilt mechanism.
Rich in color and style, this black cabinet will stand out and make a bold impression.
Designer Advice:
We would not recommend it for small rooms as it will block light and have the unwanted effect of shrinking your room.
Woodgrain Lateral File Cabinet
Greyleigh™
Tradition mixes with modernity in this pine hardwood cabinet. Weathered with a woodgrain finish for a farmhouse look, it is accentuated by bronze hardware, raised paneling, and crown moldings. Furthermore, the top drawer features a lined bottom.
Available in weathered charcoal or dove tail gray.
Designer Advice:
It would look great in a home office or study as a statement piece, and the featured dust panels in each case will help to protect your valuables.
