How to Buy Wood File Cabinets Online

Determine how much file space you need and whether you'll need a two-, three- or four-drawer file. Also decide if you want a locking mechanism. The size of your office and your budget also should figure into the picture. Write this information down and keep it close by as you research your options online.

Write down the shipping charges and return policies as you visit online retailers in the following steps. Take note of who pays for return shipping if you don't like what you have ordered when you see it in person. Also, watch for restocking fees.

Many online retailers offer customer reviews of their products. Look at the customer ratings and reviews of each product. You might be surprised by the frank comments.

Go to justfilingcabinets.com. This site has several hundred wood filing cabinets, with a variety of different finishes, styles and brands. It offers free shipping and claims to have a 'hassle-free' return policy.

Check the wood file cabinets at officefurniture.com. These cabinets compare well in price to other online retailers. The difference between stores might be in the quality of construction when compared to price, shipping costs and return policies.

Purchase the wood cabinet with the best quality for the best price, but don't forget to consider the cost of shipping and risks involved when shopping online. Returns are a real possibility. Consider purchasing a wood file cabinet from a retailer that has a store both online and near your home, such as Sears. That way, you can return it without paying shipping.