How do I properly dispose of or recycle an old filing cabinet?

Steel filing cabinets are highly recyclable — the steel content gives them real scrap value. Options: contact a local scrap metal recycler who will often pick up heavy steel furniture for free or at low cost. If the cabinet is in working condition, donate it to a nonprofit, school, or charity thrift store — they frequently need office furniture. Office furniture dealers or liquidators sometimes buy used cabinets in bulk. If listing online (Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp), mention the brand and condition — working commercial-grade cabinets sell well. For secure disposal of any documents still in the cabinet, professional shredding services come on-site and provide certificates of destruction. FindOfficeFurniture.com can help with new cabinet acquisition — call 888-719-4960.