What are the most common mistakes people make when buying lateral file cabinets?

After 30+ years specifying filing solutions at OfficeFurniture2go.com, we've seen the same purchasing mistakes repeat themselves. The most costly: underestimating file volume (leading to immediate overflow), purchasing residential-grade cabinets for commercial use (leading to premature wear), and ignoring drawer clearance in space planning (a 42"-wide lateral needs 24" of clear floor space in front when drawers are open). Other frequent errors include choosing non-locking cabinets for sensitive documents, failing to order anti-tip hardware for stacked units, and selecting mismatched finishes without a furniture standard. Our consultative sales process is specifically designed to prevent these mistakes. Call 1-800-460-0858 before you finalize your purchase.