Fireproof Cabinets — Expert Answer
What is the difference in capacity between a 4-drawer and 2-drawer vertical fireproof cabinet?
In a vertical fireproof filing cabinet, a 4-drawer model typically holds approximately twice the linear filing space of a 2-drawer. A typical 4-drawer vertical fireproof cabinet holds roughly 150–200 letter-size hanging file folders across all drawers. A 2-drawer version holds approximately 60–100 folders. However, the floor-space footprint is identical — a 4-drawer fireproof cabinet occupies the same square footage as a 2-drawer, just requiring more ceiling clearance (4-drawer is typically 52"–60" tall versus 28"–30" for 2-drawer). If floor space is limited, a 4-drawer maximizes storage per square foot of floor space. FindOfficeFurniture.com can help compare specific models — call 888-719-4960 for capacity specifications.