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# [Workshop drawers: 4 features you can't do without](https://blog.deaworklab.com/en-gb/workshop-drawers-4-features-you-can-t-do-without)

 Written by [Lino Di Betta](https://blog.deaworklab.com/en-gb/author/lino-di-betta) | May 14, 2023 10:00:00 PM

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**Large or small? With many drawers or a few compartments? If you want to purchase workshop drawers for your tools, read our tips before requesting an estimate, discover the 4 features workshop drawers must have to be practical and functional and browse the DEA catalogue to find the right workshop drawers for you.**

### Resistant drawers

If you want your **workshop drawers** to last and not break after just a few months, make sure the drawers are resistant and designed to hold even the heaviest tools. Moreover, make sure that the weight indicated in the **workshop drawers’** technical datasheet is for fully open drawers. This is the only way you can truly assess the weight each drawer can hold and choose drawers that best support your tools.

### Ergonomic handles

**Workshop drawers** are made to be continuously opened and closed. Consequently, ergonomic handles, that make opening and closing easy, are a feature you cannot do without. From this standpoint, nothing is better than DEA**[workshop drawers’](https://blog.deaworklab.com/en/products/drawer-units?hsLang=en-gb)** handles that are made of extruded aluminium and designed to guarantee an excellent grip.

### Soft closure

In addition to ergonomic handles, soft closure is also a truly essential detail! With soft closure, in fact, when you're in a hurry and use a bit more force than usual to close drawers, **workshop drawers** closure is cushioned and the content remains stable without sharply jogging your tools. Furthermore, the DEA **workshop drawers** soft system closure avoids useless noise in the workshop since drawers close slowly without hitting the frame.

### Key lock

To ensure that no one touches your tools when you're not around, choose **workshop drawers** with locks. Also make sure the lock lets you lock all drawers with a single gesture so you have only to turn the key once to keep everything safe.

**Now you know what feature you need to purchase truly functional workshop drawers. Browse the DEA catalogue and find the best drawers for you!**

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