I got sick and tired of my traditional metal cabinet... especially since we kept it in the basement. it got 2 the point where we cldn't open the drawers (2) anymore. i needed something that i cld see up close..quickly.. file fast and put away in our closet w/o taking up space. loved it so much that i bought a 2nd 1 4 our kids...its very strong.. i wld say i have about 10lbs worth of papers..