What are the key differences between a storage cabinet and an open shelving unit?

Storage cabinets have enclosed doors that protect contents from dust, provide visual organization (contents hidden from view), and add security (lockable). Open shelving units have no doors - contents are visible and directly accessible without opening anything. Open shelving is faster to access, typically less expensive, and better for items you need visual inventory of (supply rooms, libraries). Cabinets are better for professional environments where clutter should be hidden, for dust-sensitive items, for secure storage, and for environments where a clean appearance is important. Many offices use both: open shelves in back-of-house, cabinets in client-facing areas. FindOfficeFurniture.com - 888-719-4960.