Second Hand Containers For Sale UK
Containers are usually a good investment both environmentally and financially. It's cheaper than building, and often a lot quicker - you can go from lorry to work area in just days.
We have new and used shipping containers. Confined Space Containers used containers are typically 9-14 years old and have a few scratches, scuffs and scratches but in good shape.
Storage
A storage unit is the ideal solution when space is at the limit or you want to protect expensive items from the elements. It is often a choice between purchasing a brand-new container or an existing one. It's worth noting that a lot of new containers are supplied in flat pack format which means you'll be able to reduce the cost of delivery and speed up assembly on site. They're still durable, secure and man portable in this design. They are also available in standard 20ft height or 40ft high cubes and are able to be joined to create larger storage spaces.
Many people believe that second-hand containers for modal have been damaged beyond repair. This is not the case. The majority of our used storage containers have a long time of service remaining and are in good structural condition. They do not have any significant holes or rust damage.
Containers Direct works with a network that provides quality containers in the UK. They can offer a wide range of sizes for containers, including bespoke lengths. Before leaving the depot, they are examined to ensure they are watertight, do not have large holes or dent and that their doors work. They are of the highest quality and are a great choice for businesses and homeowners alike.
Shipping containers are durable and versatile items that can be reused several times over their lifespan. While they can be sold as storage units, more and more customers are opting to personalize them after purchase to make maximum use of their potential. Some of the more popular uses include the garden shed and a home gym as well as an workshop to store tools and machinery.
Shipping containers are usually recycled at the end of their working lives, but it's far more eco-friendly to reuse containers for other purposes and keep these precious pieces of steel in circulation for as long as possible. This will reduce carbon dioxide emissions and limit the need to further harm the environment through recycling or melting.
Cafes
Cafes are an eatery that serves drinks and food. They are renowned for their cozy, casual environments and their flexible operating hours. In contrast to restaurants, which typically serve formal meals cafes are more likely to offer laid-back menu items such as sandwiches and light meals. Art exhibitions and other cultural events can be planned to encourage participation from the community. The term is distinct from the sterile "Coffee Shop', which has an older connotation in Australia and UK.
Offices
You can do anything you want with a container you own (unlike the case if you were renting one). A lot of our customers opt to personalize their containers after purchasing them. It could be as simple as painting or as complicated as adding internal walls and heating. Some people even turn them into recording studios or swimming pools!
Containers Direct is the leading provider of second-hand containers for sale in the UK. We are also among the few British manufacturers of customized shipping containers as well as specialists in conversions. From standard office spaces to containers for gyms, schools and more, our nationwide depots have new, used and flat pack containers in various sizes.
Shipping containers can last up to twenty years. It is crucial to ensure that they are maintained. This means that any dents, holes or areas of major corrosion should be repaired before being put to use. Before they leave our depots, we examine all containers that are second-hand. We make sure whether they are wind and water tight, there are no holes or large areas of rust, and that the doors are functioning. We also check their structural soundness and whether they can endure a voyage on high seas.
Most of our used containers are in good shape and we only sell a small portion of the lower 10-15% of our stock. Buying second hand will save you money and the environment. Reusing an existing container keeps it out of a scrap yard, and will reduce the emissions of embodied carbon from its manufacturing. Additionally you'll be reusing a unit that has already traveled on the high seas and is therefore likely to have been a sturdy building material in its time in the shipping fleet.