Plan Chests
Wide, shallow drawers that keep artwork, drawings and prints flat rather than rolled, available in A0 and A1 sizes across a range of shades. Perfect for architecture, engineering, design and construction offices.

Our plan chests are the ultimate storage solution for artists and designers
The ideal choice for artists, designers and architects looking to keep their drawings protected from dust, moisture or light damage, our plan chests keep A1 and A0 size files in order. And we’ve really thought about all the little details as well – every drawer is fitted with an internal pressure bar and hood to help prevent the creasing and curling of drawings. There’s even a handy label holder on each drawer to keep you extra organised.
These mighty steel statement-makers are available in over 20 bold and beautiful colours – from sleek Black to contemporary Olive Green. Their large size pulls the attention, creating a dramatic focal point in your office space which can double up as a worktop or display table.

Plan file cabinets you can depend on for decades
These made-to-order plan chests are crafted from high-grade steel in our South Wales factory, strengthened by our almost century of experience in making steel office furniture. You can count on our trusted British craftsmanship to bring you filing cabinets that will last for decades, when properly cared for.
Explore over 20 colour finishes and find the ideal plan chest design for your space today.
Plan Chest File Cabinets FAQs
From product details to usage questions, browse these handy FAQs on plan file cabinets.
Yes, all our plan file cabinets are lockable so you can keep your treasured drawings secure.
Not only are metal plan chests more resistant to warping than wood, which can be affected by warmth and moisture, but they are also more space-efficient. For instance, compared to some other alternatives, our plan file’s sturdy construction also allows for a slimmer, space-efficient design that can still support heavy loads.
The Bisley plan chest drawers are 883mm deep.
The weight capacity per drawer in our Bisley plan file cabinets is 8kg. Remember you can always check out the finer details of each design underneath each product listing.
Yes, these plan chests are delivered ready-assembled.
Absolutely! Their sturdy steel structure and smooth, easy-to-clean surface makes them perfect for this.
Yes, it is possible to stack plan file cabinets on top of each other to create a taller piece of 10 or 15 drawers. Please get in touch with our customer service team if this is something you’re interested in ordering.
These sturdy structures are tricky to move without some serious strength! Before ordering your plan chest, we’d recommend you already have a place in mind for it, so when we come to deliver it, all that’s left for you to do is fill it up with your artwork.


