Key Cabinets UK
Secure Key Cabinets for Businesses and Workplaces
Key cabinets provide secure, organised storage for office, master, vehicle, equipment and building keys. Total Locker Service supplies lockable key cabinets for businesses, schools, healthcare facilities, workshops, vehicle fleets and facilities management teams throughout the UK.
Our range includes compact wall-mounted key cabinets, larger cabinets with up to 600 key positions, deep cabinets for vehicle fobs and key bunches, high-security models and electronic key-management systems. Choose according to the number and type of keys, the protection required and how access will be managed.
Ready to compare available products? Browse our key cabinet ranges or use the selection guide below to find a suitable cabinet.
Choose Your Key Cabinet
Match your storage requirement to the appropriate cabinet range. Key capacity, internal depth, locking method and access control are all important when comparing products.
| Storage requirement | Recommended key cabinet |
|---|---|
| 20–100 standard keys | Standard wall-mounted key cabinets for offices, reception areas, schools and smaller workplaces. |
| 100–600 keys | Large-capacity commercial key cabinets for estates teams, workshops and larger organisations. |
| Vehicle fobs and bulky key bunches | Deep key cabinets with additional internal clearance for larger keys and key rings. |
| Master keys and higher-risk keys | High-security key cabinets for keys requiring stronger physical protection. |
| Electronic access and multiple users | Electronic key cabinets and management systems with model-dependent access control and monitoring functions. |
| Managed key issue and return | Key control cabinets for organising the distribution and return of important keys. |
| Padlock storage and organisation | Padlock cabinets for storing and organising multiple padlocks. |
How to Choose the Right Key Cabinet Size
Count all keys currently held, including duplicates, spares, master keys and vehicle keys. Allow additional hook positions for future requirements. Around 20–30% spare capacity is a useful planning guide, particularly for growing workplaces.
Capacity is not simply a hook count. Vehicle fobs, large key tags and bunches require more internal space than individual flat keys. For bulky keys, check cabinet depth and hook spacing as well as the stated capacity.
Read our key cabinet sizes and capacity guide for further advice on choosing a suitable cabinet.
Lockable Key Storage and Access Control
Standard lockable cabinets are suitable for many everyday workplace keys. For master keys, restricted areas or valuable vehicle assets, consider stronger cabinet construction and tighter control of authorised access.
Where several people regularly issue and return keys, an electronic or dedicated key control system may be more appropriate than a basic lockable cabinet. Individual access records and key tracking should be confirmed against the selected product specification.
For a fuller explanation of the available cabinet types, read our key cabinet buying guide .
Need help choosing a key cabinet? Call 01284 749211 or email sales@totallocker.co.uk with your required capacity, key types, security requirements and preferred access method.
Shop Key Cabinets by Capacity and Type
Traka21 Key Cabinet
from £1435 Plus V.A.T.
Keystor Value Key Cabinets
from £30 Plus V.A.T.
Padlock Security Cabinet
from £129 Plus V.A.T.
High Security Key Filing
from £539 Plus V.A.T.
High Security Deep Key Cabinets
from £537 Plus V.A.T.
Key Vault - Security Key Cabinets
from £107 Plus V.A.T.
Key Vault XL
from £182 Plus V.A.T.
Padlock Vault
from £347 Plus V.A.T.
KC0600 Series - Key Cabinets
from £51 Plus V.A.T.
KC0300 Series - Deep Key Cabinets
from £164 Plus V.A.T.
KC0500 Series - Padlock Cabinets
from £168 Plus V.A.T.
KC0070 Series - Extra Security Key Cabinets
from £180 Plus V.A.T.
KC0080 Series - Key Control Cabinets
from £597 Plus V.A.T.
Key Cabinet Installation and Wall Mounting
Most wall-mounted key cabinets are designed for installation on a structurally suitable wall using fixings appropriate to the wall construction, cabinet weight and expected load. Check the manufacturer's instructions and allow sufficient clearance for the cabinet door to open fully.
Larger, deeper and high-capacity cabinets may require additional support or specialist installation. Position important key storage in a controlled area accessible to authorised staff rather than an unsupervised public space.
For help selecting cabinet capacity and dimensions before installation, consult our key cabinet sizes and capacity guide .
Key Cabinet FAQs
What are key cabinets used for?
Key cabinets provide organised, lockable storage for office keys, room keys, master keys, vehicle keys and equipment keys. They help businesses, schools, estates teams and facilities managers keep keys identifiable and restrict access to authorised users.
What size key cabinet should I buy?
Count the keys currently held, including spares, duplicates and master keys. Allow additional positions for future growth; approximately 20–30% spare capacity is a useful planning guide. Consider internal depth and hook spacing as well as the stated number of positions.
Compare our large-capacity commercial key cabinets or read the key cabinet size guide .
Which key cabinet is best for vehicle keys and bulky key bunches?
Deep key cabinets are generally more suitable for vehicle keys, large key rings and electronic fobs than shallow cabinets intended for individual flat keys. Check internal depth, hook spacing and door clearance before ordering. Browse our deep key cabinets for suitable options.
Should I choose a keyed, combination or electronic key cabinet?
Key-operated cabinets suit straightforward storage where access is limited to a small number of responsible users. Mechanical combination locks avoid another physical cabinet key. Electronic cabinets may provide code-controlled access and additional management functions, depending on the model.
Compare our electronic key cabinets where shared access is required.
Do electronic key cabinets record who takes and returns keys?
Not all electronic key cabinets provide individual key tracking. Basic electronic models may control access to the cabinet, while advanced key-management systems can record users, access events and individual key transactions. Check the specification for audit trails, reporting and key accountability before purchasing.
What is the difference between a key cabinet and a key control cabinet?
A standard key cabinet primarily stores and organises keys. A key control cabinet provides additional arrangements for managing key issue and return. Depending on the system, control may be physical, administrative or electronic.
View our key control cabinets for managed key storage.
Are key cabinets secure enough for master and restricted keys?
The appropriate security level depends on the importance of the keys, the areas they access and the consequences of unauthorised use. Master keys, restricted-area keys and important vehicle keys may require reinforced construction, stronger locking and more tightly controlled access.
Compare our high-security key cabinets for higher-risk applications.
Do key cabinets include numbered hooks and key tags?
Many key cabinets include numbered hook positions, key indexes, identification labels or key tags. However, accessories and numbering arrangements vary between manufacturers and models. Check the individual product specification to confirm what is supplied.