A4 paper measures 21 x 29.7 cm, so the inside base of a basket or crate must be larger than that. Most baskets are wider at the top than at the base, so outer dimensions alone are not enough. The LWNLife team placed A4 paper and A4 files in each model to test, and summarised the results here.
Note: the file used in testing was a standard A4 display book (clear-pocket folder). Large wide-spine lever arch files may not fit; ask our admin to check the size before ordering.
Dedicated document crates: 462, 463, 464
Models 462, 463 and 464 are designed for documents and hold both A4 paper and A4 files. The inside base is 26 x 34.5 cm. All three share the same footprint and differ only in height, so they stack together. They all use the same lid 461: buy the crate alone, or add the lid to keep out dust.
| Model | Outer size (cm) | Inner size (cm) | Capacity | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 462 | 29x38x13.5 | 26×34.5×12 | 10 L | Desk document tray |
| 463 | 29x38x19.5 | 26×34.5×18 | 16 L | Files and general documents |
| 464 | 29x38x25 | 26x34x24.7 | 22 L | Many files, yearly archives |
| Lid 461 | Fits all 3 models, dustproof, stackable | 462 / 463 / 464 + Lid 461 | ||
- Long-term, dust-free storage: crate with lid 461
- Documents used every day: crate only, no lid
Plastic baskets that fit A4 (tested)
| Model | Outer size (cm) | Inside base (cm) | A4 paper | A4 display book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 141A | 35x50x16 | 26×40 | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| 188A | 35x49x17.5 | 26.4×38 | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| 138A | 36.5x53x19 | 27×43 | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| 144A | 33x45x15 | 24×36 | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Envelope folders only |
| 142A | 27x39x12.5 | 20×32 | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| 135A | 31x46x18 | 21.5×36.5 | ❌ No | ❌ No |
- Fits paper and display books: 141A, 188A, 138A
- Fits paper, not display books: 144A, good for loose A4 sheets and envelope-style document folders (ask our admin to check your folder size)
- Does not fit A4: 142A and 135A, better for small items
Which should I choose?
- Offices and accounts, monthly files: crate 463 or 464 (add lid 461 for archives)
- Desk in/out tray: crate 462 or basket 144A
- Schools, workbooks and student files: baskets 141A, 188A, 138A
- Shops, receipts and delivery notes: crate 462 + lid 461
See more in plastic baskets and storage boxes.
FAQ
Which baskets fit A4 paper?
Baskets 141A, 188A, 138A and 144A, plus all document crates 462, 463 and 464.
Which baskets fit A4 files?
A4 display books fit baskets 141A, 188A, 138A and crates 462, 463, 464. Basket 144A fits envelope-style folders. For large wide-spine files, ask our admin to check the size first.
Is there a document crate with a lid?
Yes. Lid 461 is sold separately and fits 462, 463 and 464.
Can offices or schools order in bulk?
Yes. Contact our sales team for wholesale prices and minimum order quantities.
