Is a used or second-hand fireproof cabinet a good purchase?

Used fireproof filing cabinets can be a good value if you verify a few things: (1) The fire rating is still valid — fireproof cabinets that have been through a fire have compromised insulation and are no longer fire-rated, even if they look structurally intact. (2) The locking mechanism functions properly. (3) Drawers open and close smoothly with no binding. (4) No visible damage to the insulated walls. The risk with used fireproof cabinets is not knowing their full history — a cabinet that looks fine may have been through a minor fire that compromised its insulation. For critical document protection, a new UL-certified cabinet from FindOfficeFurniture.com is a safer investment — call 888-719-4960 for competitive new pricing.