Second Hand Containers For Sale UK
Buying a container is often financially and environmentally prudent. It's usually cheaper than building a new one, and you can move from lorry-to-work area in a matter of days.
We have both new and used shipping containers. Our used containers are usually 9-14 years old, with a few scuffs, scratches and dents but in good shape.
Stores
A storage unit is a perfect solution if space is at a premium or you need to protect expensive items from the elements. It's usually a choice between buying a brand new container or an existing one. Many new containers come flat-packed which can cut down on delivery costs and assembly time. They're still sturdy and secure, as well as man-portable in this format. These cubes are available in standard sizes of 20ft or 40ft and can be used in conjunction to create larger storage areas.
Many people believe that second-hand modal containers are damaged beyond repair. This is not the case. The majority of our used storage containers have years of use remaining and are in good structural condition. They do not have major rust or holes.
Containers Direct work with a network of suppliers who supply quality containers in the UK and offers different sizes of containers including custom lengths. The containers are inspected prior to leaving their depots to make sure they're watertight and that there aren't any large holes or dents and that the doors are in good working order. These are top quality containers and are a great choice for businesses and homeowners alike.
Shipping containers are strong and durable products that can be used multiple times throughout their lifetime. 10ft Storage Containers can be sold as storage units, but increasingly, people prefer to customize the containers following purchase to maximize their potential. Some of the most sought-after uses include a shed for the garden, a home-gym or a workshop to store tools and machinery.
Shipping containers are typically recycled at the end of their useful lives, but it's more environmentally friendly to repurpose them for other uses and keep these valuable steel pieces in use for as long as is possible. This can help reduce embodied carbon emissions and limit the need for further environmental damage through recycling or melting down.
Cafes
Cafes are restaurants that serve drinks and food. 8ft Shipping Containers are well-known for their cosy, casual environments and their flexible operating hours. Cafes, in contrast to restaurants, tend to offer casual meals like sandwiches and light meals. Art exhibits and other cultural events can be held to promote community involvement. The term is distinct from the sterile "Coffee Shop that has an older connotation in Australia and the UK.
Offices
When you buy a container (unlike renting one) it's yours to do what you want with. After buying their containers, many of our customers decide to customize their containers. It could be as easy as painting or as complicated as adding internal walls and heating. Some people even transform them into recording studios or swimming pools!
Containers Direct is the leading provider of second-hand containers available for sale in the UK. We are also one of the few British manufacturers of bespoke shipping containers and specialists in conversions. Our nationwide depots stock a wide range of containers, including those for standard offices and gyms, schools, and many more.
Shipping containers have a lifespan of approximately twenty years, which is why it is essential to ensure they are properly 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 check all second-hand containers. We make sure they are wind and water sealed, that there are no large rust spots or holes, and that the doors are functioning. We also ensure that they are structurally sound and able to be able to withstand a voyage on the high seas.
The majority of our used containers in good working order, and we only sell the lowest 10-15%. Buying second-hand can save you money and the environment. Reusing a container from the past keeps it out of an empty scrap yard and also reduce emissions from its manufacturing. Additionally, you'll be reusing an item that has completed a journey through the high seas and could have served as a strong construction material throughout its time on the ship fleet.