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Comparing Wood and Metal Plan Chests

Large drawings need flat storage that protects edges, keeps sheets organised by group or project, and fits the room you actually have.

Wood or metal?

Timber chests suit studios and offices where furniture has to look considered. Metal cabinets are tough, stackable, and ideal for busy school prep rooms.

Sizing drawers

Match drawer size to the largest sheet students produce. A0 capacity covers most architecture and landscape courses.

School practicalities

Choose finishes that wipe clean, drawers that open fully, and locks where assessed work must stay secure.

Recommended Orchard equipment

These are popular starting points for UK education and studio setups. Mix sizes to suit your course.

Heath A0 6 Drawer Plan Chest GREY

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  • Paper Size A0
  • Dimensions 1350W x 965D x 800H
  • Weight 105kg
  • Drawer Depth 68mm
  • Internal Drawer Dimensions 1219W x 875D
  • Construction Wooden (MFC) carcass, Steel legs
  • Finish Textured Light Grey
  • Handles Metal Bow Handles (2 per drawer)
  • Delivered fully assembled

£930.00Inc. £155.00 VAT
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A2 Priory Drawing Board Cross-wire

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  • Parallel Motion Type Continuous Cross-wire
  • Stand Colour Black
  • Paper Size A2 (594mm x 420mm)
  • Board Size 650 x 470mm
  • Angle Adjustment 13 stage
  • Weight 8kg
  • Supplied fully assembled
  • Lifetime warranty

£190.80Inc. £31.80 VAT
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A1 Priory Drawing Board Counter-weight

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  • Parallel Motion Type Counter-weight
  • Frame Finish Black
  • Paper Size A1 (841mm x 594mm)
  • Working area 920 x 650mm
  • Footprint (when flat) 1020 x 800mm
  • Angle 13 stages
  • Weight 12kg
  • Delivered fully assembled
  • Lifetime warranty

£252.00Inc. £42.00 VAT
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Talk to us

Our Heath plan chests are wooden (MFC carcass with steel legs) and built for education and practice. If you need metal cabinets, look at Orchard Metal and Milano instead. We can help you plan a store room layout. Call 01924 291333 or email info@thebigorchard.com — we manufacture in Yorkshire and can advise on bulk education orders.