How do I measure my office to determine how many lateral file cabinets will fit?

Space planning for lateral file cabinets is a service our team at OfficeFurniture2go.com provides regularly. The calculation involves more than just wall length: you must account for the minimum 36"–42" clear aisle depth when drawers are open (measured from the cabinet face to any obstruction), ceiling height if stacking, and delivery path clearances through doorways and corridors. Standard commercial laterals run 18"–19" deep, so a wall run plus an open drawer projects approximately 36"–43" into the room. For rooms with limited floor space, we can suggest narrower-depth models or open-shelf filing alternatives. Call 1-800-460-0858 and give us your room dimensions — we'll confirm how many cabinets fit and in what configuration.