{"id":9829,"date":"2026-04-27T15:25:09","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T15:25:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/total-locker-service.com\/blog\/?p=9829"},"modified":"2026-10-05T08:49:36","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T08:49:36","slug":"key-cabinet-sizes-capacity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/total-locker-service.com\/blog\/key-cabinet-sizes-capacity\/","title":{"rendered":"Key Cabinet Sizes and Capacity UK: How Many Keys Do You Need to Store? (2026 Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"key-cabinet-sizes-capacity\"><strong>The right key cabinet size depends on how many keys you need to store, how bulky those keys are and how much the key estate is likely to grow.<\/strong> A cabinet that is technically large enough today can still become difficult to use if every hook is immediately filled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Small offices may only need a compact cabinet for a few dozen keys, while schools, workplaces, estates teams, warehouses and fleet operators may need 100, 200 or more key positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide focuses specifically on <strong>physical key cabinet capacity<\/strong>: current key count, spare keys, duplicates, bulky fobs, key bunches, future growth and the practical difference between advertised hook capacity and usable space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For cabinet types, use <a href=\"\/blog\/key-cabinets-explained\/\"><strong>Key Cabinets Explained<\/strong><\/a>. For mechanical versus electronic access, use <a href=\"\/blog\/mechanical-vs-digital-key-cabinets\/\"><strong>Mechanical vs Digital Key Cabinets UK<\/strong><\/a>. For large multi-building key estates, use <a href=\"\/blog\/large-key-security-how-to-ensure-large-quantities-of-keys-are-secure\/\"><strong>Managing Large Key Estates UK<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"key-cabinet-size-quick-answer\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Answer: What Size Key Cabinet Do You Need?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start by counting every key or key set that needs a permanent storage position, then add enough spare capacity for expected growth, duplicates, replacements and bulky keys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Do not choose a cabinet that exactly matches today&#8217;s key count.<\/strong> A cabinet with no spare positions can become overcrowded as soon as a new door, locker, vehicle or spare key is added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Current requirement<\/th><th>Capacity approach<\/th><th>Typical situation<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Up to around 20 positions<\/td><td>Small cabinet with some spare capacity<\/td><td>Small office, cupboard keys, limited spares<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Around 20\u201340 positions<\/td><td>Often worth considering a 50-position cabinet<\/td><td>Small workplace, retail or local business<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Around 40\u201380 positions<\/td><td>Consider a cabinet around the 100-position range<\/td><td>Medium workplace, school office or maintenance team<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Around 80\u2013150 positions<\/td><td>Look at higher-capacity cabinets with room for growth<\/td><td>Larger workplace, warehouse or estates team<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>150+ positions<\/td><td>Large cabinet or structured multiple-cabinet arrangement<\/td><td>Large sites, fleets and substantial key estates<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are planning examples rather than fixed rules. The correct size depends on the physical keys, the cabinet layout and how much spare capacity the organisation actually needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"why-key-cabinet-capacity-matters\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Key Cabinet Capacity Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Capacity affects usability as well as storage quantity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a cabinet is completely full:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>key tags can overlap;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>large bunches can obstruct neighbouring positions;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>vehicle fobs can become difficult to remove;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>staff may double keys onto one hook;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>new keys may be stored outside the intended system;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and the cabinet can become harder to check visually.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A well-sized cabinet gives keys a clear physical position and leaves enough working room for staff to remove and return them without unnecessary congestion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"count-current-keys\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Count Every Key Before Choosing a Cabinet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start with a complete physical count rather than estimating from the keys used most frequently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>external door keys;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>internal room keys;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>locker keys;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>desk and cabinet keys;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>store-room keys;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>gate and shutter keys;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>plant-room keys;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>vehicle keys;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>master and sub-master keys;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>spare keys;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>duplicate keys;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and keys retained for occasional or emergency use.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Businesses frequently underestimate capacity because spare, rarely used and duplicate keys are forgotten during the initial count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"count-positions-not-only-individual-keys\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Count Storage Positions, Not Only Individual Keys<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cabinet capacity is usually expressed as a number of key positions, but the physical storage requirement may not match the number of individual metal keys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a bunch containing five related keys may occupy one cabinet position;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a vehicle key and remote fob may require substantially more room than a small door key;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>one hook may carry a tagged key set rather than a single key;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and some large tags can interfere with adjacent positions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Count the way keys will actually be stored inside the cabinet, not simply the number of keys on the estate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"allow-spare-key-cabinet-capacity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Allow Spare Capacity for Future Growth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most workplaces gain keys over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>new doors may be added;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>additional lockers or cupboards may be installed;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>vehicles may be added to a fleet;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>departments may expand;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>spare keys may be created;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>replacement key sets may be introduced;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and new buildings or areas may become part of the site.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no universal percentage of spare capacity that suits every organisation. A stable small office may need relatively little additional room, while a growing estate, school, warehouse or vehicle fleet may justify substantially more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The important point is to leave <strong>meaningful usable capacity<\/strong> rather than filling the cabinet immediately after installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"key-type-affects-capacity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Type Affects Usable Cabinet Capacity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Advertised capacity does not always equal comfortable usable capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Key type<\/th><th>Capacity consideration<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Small single door keys<\/td><td>Usually make efficient use of standard hook spacing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Keys with large tags<\/td><td>May overlap adjacent positions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vehicle keys and remote fobs<\/td><td>Require more physical depth and spacing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Key bunches<\/td><td>Often need one position per bunch rather than per individual key<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Large access or security keys<\/td><td>May require greater spacing than ordinary cylinder keys<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Master and restricted key sets<\/td><td>Physical capacity may be affected if these are stored separately<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Capacity is therefore not just a hook count.<\/strong> It also depends on key size, bunch size, fobs, tags and how easily staff can reach the required position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"vehicle-key-cabinet-capacity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vehicle Keys and Fobs Need More Space<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vehicle keys are one of the clearest examples of why nominal cabinet capacity can be misleading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Modern vehicle sets may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a large remote fob;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a physical emergency key;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>fleet identification tags;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>fuel or access fobs;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and other keys on the same ring.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A cabinet that comfortably stores 100 small door keys may feel much more crowded if a large proportion of those positions contain vehicle sets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fleet operators should therefore assess the actual size of representative key sets before choosing capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"key-bunches-capacity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Bunches Can Reduce Practical Capacity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some workplaces store several related keys together as one bunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a maintenance key set;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a building-opening set;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a cleaning set;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a vehicle and equipment set;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>or a group of keys for one department or area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In capacity planning, one bunch normally needs to be treated as one physical storage item even though it contains several individual keys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heavy or bulky bunches may also need additional clearance from neighbouring hooks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"duplicate-spare-key-capacity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remember Duplicate and Spare Keys<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Duplicate and spare keys can add significant volume to a key estate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>emergency spares;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>maintenance duplicates;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>manager copies;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>replacement keys held in reserve;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>spare vehicle keys;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and keys retained during building or tenancy changes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Decide whether these duplicates need positions in the main cabinet or whether they are intentionally stored separately. Either way, they should be included when calculating total storage requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"key-cabinet-capacity-by-site\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Cabinet Capacity by Site Type<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Site type can help indicate the likely scale of the key estate, but it should not replace a physical key count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"small-office-key-capacity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Small Offices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A small office may only need positions for entrance doors, internal rooms, filing cabinets, cupboards and a limited number of spare keys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Compact cabinets can work well where the key estate is stable, but a slightly larger cabinet may be worthwhile if new rooms or staff areas are likely to be added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"retail-key-capacity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Retail and Local Businesses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Retail key estates may include shutters, stock rooms, tills, offices, display cabinets, external doors and spare keys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The physical count should include keys that are only used during opening, closing, deliveries or maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"school-key-capacity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Schools and Colleges<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Education sites can accumulate large numbers of classroom, office, gate, store, locker, maintenance and contractor keys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Campus size and the number of separate buildings can quickly increase capacity requirements. For the wider sector-specific storage approach, see <a href=\"\/blog\/key-storage-schools-hospitals-facilities\/\"><strong>Key Storage for Schools, Healthcare and Facilities Management UK<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"industrial-key-capacity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warehouses and Industrial Sites<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Industrial key estates may include offices, stores, plant rooms, cages, gates, vehicles and equipment areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bulky equipment and vehicle keys can reduce usable capacity even where the advertised hook count appears sufficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"fleet-key-capacity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fleet and Vehicle Sites<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fleet key storage should be sized around actual fobs and key sets rather than simply the number of vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spare vehicle keys and associated tags should also be counted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"when-one-key-cabinet-is-full\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens When One Key Cabinet Is No Longer Large Enough?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the required key estate exceeds the practical capacity of one cabinet, there are several physical options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>move to a larger-capacity cabinet;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>add a second cabinet;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>separate particularly bulky key groups;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>or divide storage by building, department or function where the wider control structure supports that approach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This page does not decide whether the organisation should operate one central key point or several local control points. That is a wider key-control and estate-management decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the overall operating model, see <a href=\"\/blog\/key-control-systems-uk\/\"><strong>Key Control Systems UK<\/strong><\/a>. For hundreds of keys across multiple buildings or sites, see <a href=\"\/blog\/large-key-security-how-to-ensure-large-quantities-of-keys-are-secure\/\"><strong>Managing Large Key Estates UK<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"capacity-does-not-decide-security\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Capacity Does Not Decide Security Level<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A larger cabinet is not automatically a more secure cabinet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Capacity answers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How many physical key positions do we need?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It does not answer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>how resistant the cabinet should be to attack;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>which users should have access;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>whether the cabinet should use mechanical or electronic access;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>how key movements should be recorded;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>or whether several cabinets should be distributed around the estate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For stronger physical construction, see <a href=\"\/blog\/key-security-cabinets\/\"><strong>High-Security Key Cabinets UK<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"key-cabinet-sizing-checklist\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Cabinet Sizing Checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Count all active keys.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Include spare and duplicate keys.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Count key bunches as physical storage items.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check the size of vehicle keys and remote fobs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allow room for identification tags.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify any keys that will intentionally be stored separately.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consider expected future growth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid choosing a cabinet that will be full immediately.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check whether the cabinet has enough physical depth for bulky key sets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consider whether neighbouring hooks remain usable when large keys are fitted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review capacity again if the site, fleet or building estate changes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"related-key-cabinet-guides\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related Key Cabinet Guides<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Question<\/th><th>Guide<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>How many key positions do I need?<\/td><td><strong>This guide<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>What types of key cabinet are available?<\/td><td><a href=\"\/blog\/key-cabinets-explained\/\">Key Cabinets Explained<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mechanical or electronic access?<\/td><td><a href=\"\/blog\/mechanical-vs-digital-key-cabinets\/\">Mechanical vs Digital Key Cabinets UK<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Where should the cabinet be installed?<\/td><td><a href=\"\/blog\/where-to-install-key-cabinets\/\">Where to Install Key Cabinets UK<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>When is reinforced physical protection needed?<\/td><td><a href=\"\/blog\/key-security-cabinets\/\">High-Security Key Cabinets UK<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>How should a large estate of hundreds of keys be structured?<\/td><td><a href=\"\/blog\/large-key-security-how-to-ensure-large-quantities-of-keys-are-secure\/\">Managing Large Key Estates UK<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>What overall key-control model should we use?<\/td><td><a href=\"\/blog\/key-control-systems-uk\/\">Key Control Systems UK<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"commercial-key-cabinets\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">View Commercial Key Cabinets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Total Locker Service supplies <a href=\"\/Key-Cabinets.php\"><strong>commercial key cabinets<\/strong><\/a> for workplaces, schools, facilities teams, warehouses, fleet operators and other organisations managing physical keys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before ordering, count the actual keys and key sets that need storage and consider whether bulky fobs, bunches or future growth will reduce the practical capacity you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"key-cabinet-capacity-faq\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Cabinet Sizes and Capacity FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\">\n\n<div itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h3 itemprop=\"name\">What size key cabinet do I need?<\/h3>\n<div itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<p itemprop=\"text\">Count every key or key set that needs a storage position, then choose a cabinet with enough additional capacity for expected growth, spare keys, duplicates and bulky fobs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h3 itemprop=\"name\">Should I buy a larger key cabinet than I currently need?<\/h3>\n<div itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<p itemprop=\"text\">Usually some spare capacity is sensible because key estates can grow over time. The amount depends on the site, expected changes and the physical size of the stored keys.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h3 itemprop=\"name\">Do vehicle keys need more space in a key cabinet?<\/h3>\n<div itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<p itemprop=\"text\">Yes. Vehicle keys and remote fobs are usually bulkier than ordinary door keys and can reduce the practical capacity of a cabinet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h3 itemprop=\"name\">Should a key bunch count as one key position?<\/h3>\n<div itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<p itemprop=\"text\">For cabinet sizing, a bunch of related keys is normally treated as one physical storage item if the complete bunch is stored on one hook or position.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h3 itemprop=\"name\">Is advertised key capacity always the same as usable capacity?<\/h3>\n<div itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<p itemprop=\"text\">Not necessarily. Large tags, vehicle fobs and bulky key bunches can overlap neighbouring positions, so the practical capacity may be lower than the nominal hook count.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h3 itemprop=\"name\">How much spare capacity should a key cabinet have?<\/h3>\n<div itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<p itemprop=\"text\">There is no universal percentage suitable for every site. Allow enough spare capacity for realistic future growth, duplicates, replacements and any bulky keys that reduce usable space.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h3 itemprop=\"name\">What should I do if one cabinet is not large enough?<\/h3>\n<div itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<p itemprop=\"text\">You may need a larger cabinet, an additional cabinet or separate storage for particular key groups. The wider decision about central or distributed key control should be considered separately.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"summary-key-cabinet-sizes\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Cabinet Capacity Is More Than a Hook Count<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The right key cabinet size is the one that stores the real key estate comfortably while leaving enough usable space for future changes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Count active keys, spares, duplicates, key bunches and vehicle fobs. Consider the physical size of the items as well as the advertised capacity of the cabinet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep the sizing decision separate from access technology, security construction and wider key-control architecture. Those questions have their own dedicated guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key cabinet size should be based on the number of keys you need to store now, the type of keys you manage and the extra capacity your site may need in future. 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