Studio 20 Lateral Two Drawer File Cabinet

Office storage often sacrifices style for function, leaving you with utilitarian pieces that clash with your carefully curated workspace. The Palmetto Home Studio 20 Lateral Two Drawer File Cabinet, available at LOOMLAN with free shipping, is a reclaimed solid pine chest of drawers designed to store legal and letter files while bringing modern rustic warmth to your home office.

Full Specifications

What Is a Lateral File Cabinet?

A lateral file cabinet is a wide storage chest with drawers that pull outward to reveal files organized side-to-side, allowing you to view folder tabs at a glance. Unlike vertical file cabinets, lateral designs offer a broader footprint and lower profile, making them ideal for home offices where you need surface space above the cabinet for decor or task lighting.

What You Get With the Palmetto Home Studio 20 File Cabinet

1. Reclaimed Pine Construction -- solid wood body with a ruff hewn grey finish highlighted by a sheer white glaze for sustainable, modern rustic style.
2. English Dovetail Drawers -- two spacious file drawers with reinforced veneer bottoms, sanded and sealed grey interiors, and full extension 45mm metal glides.
3. Locking Storage -- working lock secures both drawers, protecting confidential documents and office supplies.
4. Legal and Letter File Capacity -- each 40.375-inch-wide drawer accommodates hanging file folders in both formats.
5. Contemporary Hardware -- matte black scooped pulls offer a sleek grip and contrast against the grey wood grain.

How Do You Style a Lateral File Cabinet in a Home Office?

Place this wood chest against a wall in your home office or bedroom storage zone, using the 45-inch-wide top as a console for table lamps, framed photos, or plants. Pair it with other pieces from LOOMLAN's bedroom furniture or entryway collections for cohesive modern rustic style, or position it in a hallway as an accent chest that stores documents while anchoring your decor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a chest and a dresser?

A chest (or chest of drawers) is tall and narrow with drawers stacked vertically, while a dresser is wider and lower with drawers arranged in rows; this lateral file cabinet functions as a wide chest.

Can you use a chest of drawers in a living room or hallway?

Yes, a chest of drawers works well in living rooms and hallways for storage and display, especially a 45-inch-wide design like this one that provides ample surface area.

What materials are accent chests made from?

Accent chests are commonly crafted from solid wood (pine, mango, acacia), engineered wood, or metal; this cabinet uses reclaimed solid pine with plywood components.

Does the Studio 20 Lateral File Cabinet require assembly?

Some assembly is required; hardware and instructions are included, and the cabinet weighs 130 lbs when fully assembled.

Is free shipping available on this file cabinet?

Yes, LOOMLAN offers free shipping on all orders to the continental USA with no minimum purchase.

How do I care for the reclaimed pine finish?

Wipe with a soft, dry cloth; avoid harsh chemicals and excess moisture to preserve the grey finish and white glaze.