The best office storage drawers are a simple and versatile way of storing your creative supplies and office essentials. Having the right storage will enable you to tidy up your space, and hopefully be more creative once all the clutter is out of the way.
Whether you're hybrid working or have a permanent studio space, having plenty of storage (as well as the best desk and the best office chair for back pain) is essential to creating a productive work environment.
While there are many excellent storage solutions out there to suit all budgets, room sizes and needs, storage drawers are a simple option. The best office storage drawers will keep your office essentials like pens and paper organised, as well as keeping other tools of the trade to hand but nice and tidy.
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The best small office drawers
Number of drawers: 2
Lock: Yes
Material: Metal
+ Stylish design
+ Sturdy material
- Fairly small
For a stylish set of drawers that won't break the bank, this Aurora two-drawer cabinet is ideal. It comes assembled, has two decent sized drawers and is on casters so you can move it around easily. It's ideal for keeping under your desk. CB rating: 5/5
The best rolling office cabinet with shelves
Number of drawers: 1
Lock: No
Material: Manufactured wood
+ Three open shelves
+ On wheels
- Only one drawer
If you prefer open shelves to storage drawers, then consider this option from OSP Home Furnishings, which has one deep drawer and three shelves. The depth of the shelves and drawer make this a neat storage solution for your printer and paper. This set of drawers is on locking wheels. CB rating: 4.5/5
The best value storage with 5 drawers
Number of drawers: 5
Lock: No
Material: Manufactured wood
+ Five drawers
+ On wheels
- Fiddly assembly
For those who need a little more room, this 5 drawer option in engineered wood might just be the thing. It's small enough to fit under most desks but big enough for plenty of your office supplies. The drawers are sturdy enough for most office use. The downside? Assembly is tricky. CB rating: 4/5
The best office storage drawers in the UK
The best office cabinet overall
Number of drawers: 5
Lock: No
Material: Solid wood
+ Multiple drawers and shelves
+ Comes in black or white
- Assembly required
For a really versatile office cabinet with drawers and shelves, consider the Harty Storage Cabinet. It has three drawers (two shallow and one deep), as well as an adjustable shelf. In the picture above the shelf is set to divide the space equally (giving you two 27.5 cm deep shelves), but this can be moved. CB rating: 5/5
The best office cabinet drawers on wheels
Number of drawers: 3
Lock: No
Material: Solid + manufactured wood
+ Good value
+ On wheels
- Drawers all one size
If you're looking for something smaller and lighter then we rate the Cassity three-drawer cabinet from 17 Stories. It has three equally-sized drawers suitable for storing documents and office supplies, and is on lockable wheels. It can slide underneath your desk and the cut-out handles give you easy access to your storage. CB rating: 4/5
The best three drawer desktop storage
Number of drawers: 3
Lock: No
Material: Solid + manufactured wood
+ Can sit on desk
+ Sustainably made
- Small
If you're short on floor space then consider a desktop option like this three-drawer storage chest from OSCO. Perfect for those just looking to store office essentials like pens, pins, staplers and sticky notes. While it's only small, if you find yourself needing more storage drawers in the future then you can add from the range. CB rating: 4/5
What should I look for when choosing office storage drawers?
The most important thing to consider before choosing the best office storage drawers for you is what it is that you want to store. If it’s only paperwork then opt for a cabinet with a file drawer, or a full filing cabinet if you have a lot of it.
Choose a cabinet that also has a cupboard or shelf if you have larger items to tidy, such as a printer, light box or paper guillotine (or if you have items you want on display). If it’s just your pens, sticky notes and other small items that you want to keep tidy then a desktop drawer or drawer organiser might be all you need.
Read more:
- The best office stationery for working from home
- 9 office organisation ideas to transform your studio
- 10 ways to make your desk more comfortable
