They say an organised desk is an organised mind and the same goes for your greater work space.  Very few of us can claim to be in complete control if our desk is littered with paper and our drawers are overflowing.  Read on for practical storage solutions in Melbourne that will transform your chaotic office into a peaceful, orderly and above all productive work space.

Generally speaking vertical storage is best when space is limited.  Why take up all your precious floor space with clunky old filing systems that crowd your office and walkways when you could utilise all that wasted vertical space.  Having said that, there are occasions where horizontal storage might be recommended. An example of this might be if the items being stored are quite heavy and it would be dangerous or against occupational health and safety guidelines to store them either too low or too high.  In this instance, horizontal storage at the appropriate height might be recommended.

Mobile storage units, or compactus' as they are also known, are a terrific means by which to store your office documents, stationery etc. The beauty of these systems is that the multiple vertical shelves slide across the base one by one to reveal and provide access to the next shelf.  A key advantage of a compactus is that it's floor space requirements are reduced as you can only access one shelving at any time.

Storewalls are another great space saving storage solutions in Melbourne. These are walls that can be used for both storage as well as having a partitioning effect in your office.  They can be tailored to your requirements but often feature cupboards, drawers, shelving and recessed areas for displays. They can be made from timber, vainer or laminates and can be a great backdrop to a reception area or a functional divider in the office.  They can also be used as a library like storage solution.

Mobile pedestals form part of every functional work space and are designed to fit underneath oft wasted desk space to maximise floor space.  Their mobility is important from an occupational health and safety perspective as it allows for easy moving when you change desks. Modern mobile pedestals can come in a range of colours and have the option of being lockable to secure sensitive documents.

Filing cabinets are a standard in any office but no longer are you limited to that dull, public service grey. Filing cabinets can be cheerful in colour and brighten up any office space. They can hold suspension files that operate from either back to front or sideways and are lockable to ensure security of sensitive information.

So when considering your storage solution in Melbourne, be sure to consider the above products and the use of vertical space where applicable.