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Storage cabinets

Wood and metal storage cabinets without MDF or particleboard behind the doors.

Cabinet backs, drawer bottoms and shelves may differ from the front.  We favor solid materials and disclose approved blockboard construction where used, along with finishes and adhesives.  Plastic bins or structural parts are allowed under our furniture policy, but are identified rather than omitted from the material list.

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Sawdust City Solid Pine Corner Cabinet — Brown Sawdust City Solid Pine Corner Cabinet — Brown USA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: Rather than a fiberboard box with a wood-look surface, this cabinet is built from knotty pine.  Its corner shape adds enclosed storage without taking over a small room.  Made in Wisconsin, with three storage compartments behind a wooden door.  The brown finish is two coats of water-based paint, not bare wood or a stain. Materials: solid knotty pine · water-based paint · metal hardware $289.99★ 4.6 · 64 ratings View on Amazon
Bisley 10-Drawer Under-Desk Steel MultiDrawer — Oxford Blue Bisley 10-Drawer Under-Desk Steel MultiDrawer — Oxford Blue STEEL Why we recommend it: Ten separate steel drawers make it easier to sort flat papers without a laminated wood-composite cabinet.  This narrow unit fits under many desks, and the drawers can be removed for sorting or cleaning.  It arrives assembled from the UK with an Oxford Blue powder coat.  The drawers do not lock; organizer inserts and a wheeled base are optional extras. Materials: welded steel cabinet and drawers · powder-coat finish · chrome-finished handles and label holders (base alloys unspecified) $275.00 View product
Bisley 2-Drawer Flush-Front Steel File Cabinet — Regent Bisley 2-Drawer Flush-Front Steel File Cabinet — Regent STEEL Why we recommend it: Two locking drawers keep letter-size hanging files in a welded-steel cabinet, avoiding a particleboard or MDF body.  Recessed pulls give the front a flush profile, and its 26.5-inch height fits beneath many desks.  Made in the UK with a powder-coated finish.  Anchor it for stability; anti-tip hardware is not supplied. Materials: welded steel cabinet and drawers · powder-coat finish · lock and drawer fittings (alloys and minor components unspecified) $265.00 View product
Bisley 3-Drawer Steel Home File Cabinet — Doulton Blue Bisley 3-Drawer Steel Home File Cabinet — Doulton Blue STEEL Why we recommend it: This compact cabinet stores papers and stationery in welded-steel drawers instead of a wood-composite carcass.  The lower drawer takes letter-size hanging files, and a single lock secures the bottom two drawers.  It is made in the UK with a powder-coated finish and molded pulls.  Anchor it for stability; anti-tip hardware is not included. Materials: welded steel cabinet and drawers · powder-coat finish · molded pull handles (material not specified) · metal lock hardware $259.00 View product
Bisley 5-Drawer Desktop Steel MultiDrawer — Olive Green Bisley 5-Drawer Desktop Steel MultiDrawer — Olive Green STEEL Why we recommend it: Five shallow drawers separate letter-size papers and small supplies in a compact steel organizer that sits on a desktop.  Each drawer lifts out, while rubber feet help protect the surface underneath.  Made in the UK with chrome-finished pulls and an Olive Green powder coat; optional plastic drawer inserts are not included. Materials: welded steel body and drawers · powder-coat finish · chrome-finished pulls and label holders · rubber feet (rubber type unspecified) $126.00 View product
Bisley A3 6-Drawer Steel MultiDrawer Cabinet — Coral Bisley A3 6-Drawer Steel MultiDrawer Cabinet — Coral STEEL Why we recommend it: A3-size drawers keep prints and artwork flat, offering a metal alternative to laminated flat-file cabinets.  All six steel drawers lift out for sorting or cleaning, and the UK-made cabinet arrives assembled.  The Coral finish is powder-coated; plastic organizer inserts and the optional caster base are not part of this selection. Materials: welded steel body and drawers · powder-coat finish · metal pulls and label holders (alloy not specified) $365.00 View product
Bisley Locking Steel Storage Cube — Oxford Blue Bisley Locking Steel Storage Cube — Oxford Blue STEEL Why we recommend it: This compact locker stores household items behind a lockable steel door without relying on composite-wood panels.  The UK-made cabinet is powder-coated and supplied with connecting fasteners if more storage is needed later.  Its narrow footprint suits small spaces; the stated internal load limit is 26.5 pounds.  It is a storage cabinet, not a fireproof safe. Materials: welded steel · powder-coated finish · lock and connecting hardware $135.00 View product
Crate & Barrel Casement Tall Steel-and-Glass Storage Cabinet — Black Crate & Barrel Casement Tall Steel-and-Glass Storage Cabinet — Black GLASSSTEEL Why we recommend it: Four adjustable metal shelves give this cabinet flexible storage without wood-composite shelving.  Glass upper doors display the items you want to see, while steel lower doors hide the rest.  Made in Taiwan with a black powder-coat finish, it uses vertical space efficiently; follow the maker’s installation and anchoring instructions. Materials: steel body,lower doors and shelves · glass upper doors · powder-coat finish · base levelers (composition not specified) $1,299.00 View product
Crate & Barrel Casement Two-Drawer Steel File Cabinet — Black Crate & Barrel Casement Two-Drawer Steel File Cabinet — Black STEEL Why we recommend it: This steel file cabinet puts a shallow supplies drawer above a deeper drawer sized for letter- or legal-size files.  Its metal construction avoids a laminate or wood-composite cabinet body, while the black powder coat protects the surface.  Made in Taiwan; pair it with a desk or use it on its own. Materials: steel cabinet and handles · powder-coat finish · small drawer/foot fittings (composition not specified) $649.00 View product
Durham 005-95 Eighteen-Drawer Steel Parts Cabinet — Gray Durham 005-95 Eighteen-Drawer Steel Parts Cabinet — Gray STEELUSA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: Eighteen small steel drawers give sewing notions, repair hardware and craft supplies a home without a stack of plastic organizer boxes.  Each drawer includes two adjustable dividers, so compartments can change with what you store.  This US-made cabinet arrives assembled and has a protective powder-coated finish. Materials: steel case and drawers · adjustable drawer dividers · powder-coat finish $185.99 View product
Durham 055-95 Welded Steel Wall Cabinet with Two Shelves — Gray Durham 055-95 Welded Steel Wall Cabinet with Two Shelves — Gray STEELUSA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: This small wall cabinet uses welded steel for both the enclosure and its adjustable shelves, avoiding a laminated-wood cabinet body.  A keyed door keeps household supplies together, while wall mounting frees up floor space.  Made in the USA with a powder-coated finish; choose suitable wall anchors, which are not included. Materials: steel body, door and shelves · powder-coat finish · chrome-plated handle and keyed lock $109.99 View product
Ethnicraft Wave Solid Oak and Glass Storage Cupboard Ethnicraft Wave Solid Oak and Glass Storage Cupboard SOLID WOODGLASS Why we recommend it: Wave combines glass-front display storage with two internal drawers, so there is no need for a separate wood-look storage box.  Its doors use real glass and its wooden components are solid oak, including the interior construction.  The cabinet is made in Serbia from Serbian oak with a hardwax-oil finish.  Glass and hardware origins are not specified; install the included anti-tip restraints. Materials: solid oak · glass · hardwax-oil finish · wood-joint adhesive · door and drawer hardware $5,249.00 View product
TOLIX B3 Three-Door Low Steel Storage Locker — Pure White TOLIX B3 Three-Door Low Steel Storage Locker — Pure White STEEL Why we recommend it: This French-made cabinet provides enclosed storage behind three painted-steel doors, without MDF or particleboard panels.  Adjustable shelving lets you organize books, paperwork or household supplies without needing plastic storage bins.  The finish is powder paint, not bare metal.  Confirm the supplied shelf layout when ordering, since the retailer and manufacturer list different shelf counts. Materials: steel cabinet and shelves · powder-painted finish · protective feet and hardware (composition not fully disclosed) $3,680.00 View product
USM Haller C1A18 Steel Storage Cabinet with Drawer — Pure White USM Haller C1A18 Steel Storage Cabinet with Drawer — Pure White STEEL Why we recommend it: A pull-out bottom drawer makes small supplies easier to reach than a deep shelf, with a separate drop-down compartment above.  The cabinet and drawer use steel rather than composite wood.  Built in Switzerland within USM's GREENGUARD-certified Haller system; the powder coating and plastic feet remain part of the material picture. Materials: powder-coated steel cabinet and drawer · chrome-plated steel tubes · plated brass joints · plastic leveling feet $2,869.00 View product
USM Haller C2AF Steel Filing Credenza with Open Shelves — Pure White USM Haller C2AF Steel Filing Credenza with Open Shelves — Pure White STEEL Why we recommend it: Two letter-filing drawers organize paperwork below open shelves for frequently used books or supplies.  Steel cabinet panels replace the veneered composite wood common in office storage, and USM's Haller system carries GREENGUARD emissions certification.  Made in Switzerland with plastic leveling feet.  The coin-turn latches are not a claim of high-security document protection. Materials: powder-coated steel shelves and filing drawers · chrome-plated steel tubes · plated brass joints · plastic feet $4,926.00 View product
USM Haller E2 Four-Compartment Steel Credenza — Pure White USM Haller E2 Four-Compartment Steel Credenza — Pure White STEEL Why we recommend it: Four enclosed compartments keep household supplies out of sight in a cabinet built from steel panels, not MDF or particleboard.  USM's Haller system carries independently listed GREENGUARD emissions certification, a useful check beyond the material name.  Made in Switzerland, with powder-coated surfaces and plastic leveling feet. Materials: powder-coated steel panels · chrome-plated steel tubes · plated brass joints · plastic feet $4,268.00 View product
USM Haller E2F Steel Cabinet with Letter-Filing Drawers — Pure White USM Haller E2F Steel Cabinet with Letter-Filing Drawers — Pure White STEEL Why we recommend it: Upper cupboards conceal supplies while two lower filing drawers keep letter-size paperwork accessible.  Both use steel rather than a laminated wood-composite cabinet, with GREENGUARD emissions certification for the Haller system.  Made in Switzerland; it has a powder-coated finish and plastic leveling feet.  Follow the loading and stability instructions when opening drawers. Materials: powder-coated steel doors and filing drawers · chrome-plated steel tubing · plated brass joints · plastic feet $5,725.00 View product
USM Haller F2 Steel Credenza with Open Lower Shelves — Pure White USM Haller F2 Steel Credenza with Open Lower Shelves — Pure White STEEL Why we recommend it: Closed upper cupboards hide smaller items while the open lower shelves keep baskets and books accessible.  Steel panels avoid an engineered-wood cabinet core, and the Haller system is GREENGUARD certified for chemical-emissions limits.  Swiss-made; it has small plastic leveling feet, so the cabinet is not entirely metal. Materials: powder-coated steel shelves and doors · chrome-plated steel frame · plated brass connectors · plastic feet $3,088.00 View product
USM Haller G118 Steel Cabinet with Two Compartments and Drawer — Beige USM Haller G118 Steel Cabinet with Two Compartments and Drawer — Beige STEEL Why we recommend it: Two drop-down compartments and a bottom drawer offer enclosed storage without an engineered-wood cabinet body.  The wipe-clean steel panels belong to USM's GREENGUARD-certified Haller system, providing useful emissions evidence beyond a material label alone.  Swiss-made, with plastic feet and modular parts that can be reconfigured by a USM specialist. Materials: powder-coated steel cabinet and drawer · chrome-plated steel tubing · plated brass joints · plastic feet $3,954.00 View product
USM Haller G2A Four-Door Steel Storage Cabinet, Graphite Black USM Haller G2A Four-Door Steel Storage Cabinet, Graphite Black STEEL Why we recommend it: Four drop-down doors hide household clutter, while the open top compartments keep frequently used items accessible.  Steel panels replace an engineered-wood cabinet body, and the Haller system is GREENGUARD-certified for low chemical emissions.  Made in Switzerland with a powder-coated finish and plastic leveling feet; it is not a plastic-free piece. Materials: powder-coated steel cabinet · chrome-plated steel tubing · plated brass connector balls · plastic feet $5,331.00 View product
USM Haller M Rolling Steel File Pedestal — Pure White USM Haller M Rolling Steel File Pedestal — Pure White STEEL Why we recommend it: A shallow supply drawer and deeper letter-file drawer bring organized storage under a desk without an MDF pedestal.  The steel body uses USM's GREENGUARD-certified Haller construction and is made in Switzerland.  Its casters contain plastic; check both desk clearance and wheel suitability for your floor before ordering. Materials: powder-coated steel cabinet and drawers · chrome-plated steel frame · plated brass joints · metal and plastic casters $2,472.00 View product
USM Haller S2 Steel Shelving and Drawer Cabinet, Golden Yellow USM Haller S2 Steel Shelving and Drawer Cabinet, Golden Yellow STEEL Why we recommend it: Open shelves, enclosed compartments and two bottom drawers make this a practical alternative to composite-wood storage units.  The Swiss-made steel structure can be reconfigured as storage needs change.  UL lists the Haller system as GREENGUARD-certified for low chemical emissions.  It has a colored powder-coated finish and plastic leveling feet. Materials: powder-coated steel shelves and drawers · chrome-plated steel tubes · plated brass joints · plastic leveling feet $7,442.00 View product
USM Haller V Three-Drawer Rolling Steel Pedestal — Pure White USM Haller V Three-Drawer Rolling Steel Pedestal — Pure White STEEL Why we recommend it: Three shallow drawers keep stationery and small work supplies separate, with a rolling base that can tuck beneath the work surface.  Steel drawer bodies avoid composite-wood panels, while the Haller system's GREENGUARD certification provides independent emissions evidence.  Swiss-made, with plastic-containing casters rather than an entirely metal base. Materials: powder-coated steel drawers and cabinet · chrome-plated steel frame · plated brass joints · metal and plastic casters $2,956.00 View product

What we avoid

These are category-level exclusions when materials or treatments are disclosed.  Each product card explains why we recommend it and lists the disclosed materials.

Particleboard & MDF Formaldehyde glues Flame-retardant foams PVC laminates