Storing Train/Accessory Manuals

I have a four drawer file cabinet with hanging folders. Train papers such as catalogs, instruction sheets, and pamphlets (instruction manuals) are place in a manila folder, which is then placed in a hanging folder.
I usually use one mania folder per catalog, and three folders per hanging folders.
I usually put multiple instruction sheets per manila folder.

I also use the file cabinet to hold papers on my tools and household infrastructure (things like the furnace and roof).

Mine is letter sized, if I was buying one today, I'd go for legal.

I do keep my Lionel service station papers in "D" ring binders. Most are not in any sort of page protectors. Some of the papers, mostly items that aren't three hole punched, are in page protectors.

I keep the manual in the plastic tool caring/storage box that each locomotive is in. Thus, when I'm running THAT model, I always have the manual handy.

Thanks, good suggestions. 

I use Staples 5.5 x 8.5 3 ring binders and Avery sleeves. One for locos, one for accessories and one for rolling stock

Thanks. That may be exactly what I have in mind. I'll visit Staples tomorrow. Thanks. 

I second the motion for 3 ring binders with sheet protector's. Use colored index tabs to separate the items: locomotives, accessories, rolling stock, track/power.

Just my two cents. Good luck!

I want to inhibit the silverfish without peesing off my animal lover spouse.

I keep mine in a filing cabinet built into my layout tablework,so that they are very accessible.

Mike

DaveP posted:

I use Staples 5.5 x 8.5 3 ring binders and Avery sleeves. One for locos, one for accessories and one for rolling stock

Sounds like a good idea, I may also try that. I think I may have a couple of the smaller binders, might just need some sheet protectors. I currently use the letter size binders for everything, not ideal for some things as has been mentioned already.