My vertical file cabinet drawer slams shut — how do I fix this?

A slamming file cabinet drawer is a noise and safety nuisance. Causes: overfilled drawer where hanging folders push the drawer closed, drawer slide misalignment, or simply a heavy load on inadequate slides. Fixes: first, check if the drawer is overfull — heavy files push the drawer forward when partially open. Remove some files to relieve the pressure. If the drawer still slams, apply a thin film of silicone lubricant to the drawer slides — sometimes friction is uneven and causes the drawer to roll freely at the end of travel. A soft-close damper add-on (an adhesive-mounted drawer bumper) is available as an aftermarket accessory from hardware stores and can be added inside the drawer frame to cushion closure. FindOfficeFurniture.com — call 888-719-4960.