Second Hand Containers For Sale UK
Containers are usually a good investment both environmentally and financially. It's typically cheaper than building, and you can move from lorry-to-work location in just a few days.
We offer both new and used shipping containers. Our second-hand containers are usually 9-14 years old, and have some scratches and scratches, but are still in good condition.
Stores
Storage units are an excellent solution for those looking to reduce space or protect expensive items from the elements. It is often a choice between purchasing a brand-new container or a used one. Many new containers come flat-packed and can help reduce the time to delivery and assembly. They're still strong, secure and man portable in this format. These cubes are also available in standard heights of 20ft or 40ft. They can be combined to create larger storage areas.
Many people believe that second-hand modal containers have been damaged beyond repair. This is not true. The majority of our storage containers used have years of use left in them, and are in good structural condition with no major holes or rust damage.
Containers Direct works with a network of containers that are of high quality in the UK. They offer a variety of sizes for containers, including bespoke lengths. They're inspected before leaving their depots to make sure they are water tight and there aren't any major holes or dents and the doors are in good working order. These containers are of top quality and are an excellent choice for both business and homeowners.
Shipping containers are a durable and versatile product which can be reused numerous times over the course of their life. They can be sold as storage units, but increasing numbers of people opt to customize the containers following purchase to maximize their capabilities. Some of the most sought-after uses are a shed for the garden, a gym for home use or a workshop for storing equipment and tools.
Shipping containers are often recycled at the end of their working lives, but it's far more sustainable to reuse them for other uses and keep these valuable pieces of steel in circulation for as long as is possible. Specialized Containers will reduce carbon emissions from carbon embodied and reduce the need to further damage the environment by recycling or melting.
Cafes
Cafes are a type of restaurant that serves food and beverages. Their relaxed, comfortable environments and flexible hours of operation make them very popular. Contrary to restaurants, which usually serve formal food cafes typically offer informal menu items, such as sandwiches and light meals. Art exhibits and other cultural events can be scheduled to promote community involvement. The term is distinct from the sterile "Coffee Shop', which has a more enduring meaning in Australia and the UK.
Offices
You can do whatever you would like with a container that you own (unlike when you rented one). After purchasing their containers, a lot of our customers opt to modify their containers. It could be as easy or as complex as adding heating and walls, or as easy as painting. Some even transform them into recording studios or swimming pools!
Containers Direct is the leading supplier of second-hand containers for sale in the UK. We are also among the few British manufacturers of custom shipping containers and experts in conversions. From standard offices to containers for schools, gyms and much more, our nationwide depots offer used, new and flat pack containers in different sizes.
Shipping containers can last for up to twenty years. It is crucial that they are maintained. It is essential to repair any dents, holes, or areas of corrosion before using the container. We conduct an extensive inspection of all of our second hand containers prior to leaving the depots. We check whether they are wind and water sealed, there aren't holes or large areas of rust and that the doors are functioning. We also check their structural stability and make sure that they are able to endure a voyage on high seas.
The majority of our used containers in good condition, and we only sell the bottom 10-15%. Buying second-hand will save you money and the environment. By reusing a container, you'll keep it out of the scrap yard and reducing the carbon emissions from its production. You'll also be reusing an existing unit that has completed a voyage on the high seas, and could have been used as a sturdy construction material during its lifetime in the shipping fleet.