{"id":22563,"date":"2022-08-09T16:48:42","date_gmt":"2022-08-09T15:48:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.manutan.co.uk\/blog\/?p=22563"},"modified":"2025-01-08T15:09:18","modified_gmt":"2025-01-08T15:09:18","slug":"purchasing-guide-manutan-storage-cabinets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.manutan.co.uk\/blog\/office-storage\/purchasing-guide-manutan-storage-cabinets\/","title":{"rendered":"Purchasing guide: Choosing your storage cabinet with Manutan EXPERT"},"content":{"rendered":"

How do you choose storage furniture for your business? As the world of work is transforming, there are many solutions available today to adapt to new uses. Follow the steps to define your selection criteria and priorities in order to choose cabinets and other shelving furniture at prices that suit your budget. We also present the advantages of the Manutan EXPERT range, which has been specially designed to meet the constraints of workspaces in all types of business sectors.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What steps should you take to properly furnish your workspaces?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

There are <\/span>many factors to consider<\/span><\/b> when <\/span>choosing storage cabinets for your company<\/span>, both when installing them and when adapting them to changes. As a decision maker, make sure you follow a proper process to create a pleasant and safe workspace for your employees.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Choose materials according to location<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Metal is a resistant material, which is used to manufacture safety cabinets, for example. <\/span>A metal cabinet can withstand accidental collisions<\/span><\/b>, for example in a place where transport trolleys pass through. Safety cabinets guarantee a high level of security for sensitive objects and documents.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Wood helps to make <\/span>a working environment more welcoming<\/span><\/b>. It is used primarily to furnish spaces that receive the public as well as communal areas. It is also suitable for offices, helping to create a setting that resembles the interior design of homes.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Plastic is widely used in the manufacture of professional storage furniture and is both <\/span>resistant and durable<\/span><\/b>. Plastic storage cabinets can be adapted to various locations: offices, storage areas, etc.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Many manufacturers, concerned about the environmental impact of their products, are now using recycled plastics and metals in order to make more <\/span>environmentally friendly furniture<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Each material has its own technical and aesthetic benefits. <\/span>Their cost will also be a factor in your choice<\/span><\/b>. Establish priorities in order to better define a price limit for your future office furniture.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Adapt to the available space<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

The layout of a room is based on its size and function. Start by <\/span>gathering information on the dimensions of the premises<\/span><\/b> and existing furniture in cm. Don\u2019t forget to take note of <\/span>the dimensions of the entrances<\/span><\/b>, to be sure you can fit the furniture in.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The layout must also accommodate the <\/span>new uses of office spaces<\/span>. For example, open spaces should be furnished in an open-plan way <\/span>to make it easier to move around<\/span><\/b>. Storage cabinets for communal supplies should be easily accessible and not interfere with the people in close proximity.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To <\/span>free up floor space<\/span><\/b>, high cabinets are preferable. Low cabinets, with doors or drawers, serve two purposes. They are used to store equipment and supplies and allow <\/span>items to be placed on top<\/span><\/b>, which may be decorative or intended for frequent use.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The choice of the <\/span>type of cabinet or cupboard doors<\/span><\/b> is also important. Sufficient space must be available to open an office cabinet with conventional doors. Other alternatives, such as sliding doors or curtains, allow space to be optimised.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Identify the type of supplies that need to be stored<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

By discussing with your employees the items that need to be stored, you can gather valuable information for selecting the right storage cabinet options:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n