Even with the advantages of files stored on digital media, there still seems to be a large requirement for storage of paper files. For this purpose wooden and metal filing cabinets are still essential office accessories. It should be further noted that wooden filing cabinets serve as far more than storage. They could provide desktop and printer space as well as secure storage for personal items.
Specialty office furniture items abound as these now include heavy duty office chairs perfect for those of larger girth. Studies show that being used by a person of weight greater than 170 pounds, a heavy duty office chair will last 3 to 4 times as long as the conventional light duty counterpart. This longevity can also result in great savings when fitted for the lighter worker as heavy duty office chairs in that circumstance become almost indestructible.
Another specialty office furniture item is the draughtsman chair. Far from being only of use with a drafting table, traditional draughtsman chairs are perfect for seating behind reception podiums and similar situations where a visual height advantage is required.