- Do the doors really close by themselves?
- Yes. The self-closing mechanism pulls each door shut after you let go, which is the point of this model. Check that the latch fully engages after closing.
- How much can the shelves hold?
- Durham rates the shelves for evenly distributed loads, and the cabinet is built for 45 gallons of flammable liquids in containers. Keep heavy drums on the bottom shelf.
- Does it need to be anchored to the wall?
- A tall steel cabinet should be secured against tipping, especially in busy shops. Anchoring is also commonly required by fire codes for flammable storage.
- Is it suitable for outdoor use?
- No. It is an indoor steel cabinet. Moisture and temperature swings outdoors will rust the finish and can affect the door mechanism.
- How is it different from a wider two-door cabinet?
- It trades width for height: same 45-gallon capacity in a slimmer body. That suits narrow aisles, but wide containers fit better in a standard cabinet.
- Where is the Durham MFG 45 gal Capacity Flammable Self Close cheapest?
- At Tractor Supply Co, for $1,529.99, as of our latest check.