Can the top of a vertical file cabinet be used as a work surface?

Yes — the top of a 2-drawer vertical file cabinet (approximately 28"–30" tall) provides a convenient secondary work surface for a printer, scanner, small appliance, or temporary document sorting. A 4-drawer cabinet (approximately 52"–54" tall) is too high for comfortable use as a regular work surface. Always check the manufacturer's maximum top-surface load rating before placing equipment on it. OfficeFurniture2go.com's cabinets are load-rated — call 1-800-460-0858.