A4 Suspension Filing Drawer

This is an Ikea "SNACK" box hack. A perfect upgrade from that tiny filing box with a flimsy handle that you used as a student; this filing drawer rolls along the ground and can sit unobtrusively under a bench or shelf.

I recently decided that I would transfer all my files to a hanging/suspension system. However, I didn't want a tall 4 drawer filing cabinet, and despite much searching - I found nothing in the UK that fitted my requirements of being low profile, modular and expandable. I discovered several (expensive) "Filing Benches" in the US that looked good, but despite toying with the idea of making something similar - I thought I would leave it to someone with superior woodworking skills.

So this is what I settled on - A very sturdy, mobile filing system made with simple techniques that require very little DIY skill.

Have fun playing with the design - I welcome improvements and suggestions. If you make something similar - I'd be really interested to see your take on it.

Enjoy my first instructable!

Step 1 Tools Needed

Drill
Drill Bits
Wood Saw
Hacksaw
Measuring Tape
Hammer
Clamps
Chisel
Screwdriver
Set Square
Wood Glue
Nails (panel pins)
Screws

Comments

[alanemartin]

Another thought...drill the through-hole at the bottom of the slot, then saw down each side. The waste should fall right out.

[852741252369]

Finally a use for things from Ikea. And somewhere to organise my paperwork. Good work!

[colinquerty]

Brilliant! Nice idea n v clear instructiones.

[KoalaElf]

Thanks for your comment Colin, you are officially my first commenter on Instructables. ^_

[ellarodgers]

Hi Koala! I've made one and it will probably make me (bit) more organised! Thanks for the Instructable. from Ella

[KoalaElf]

I'm glad it was of use to you Ella, good luck with the being organised bit (thats the part I always struggle with!)