Second Hand Containers For Sale UK
Buying a container is often financially and environmentally prudent. It's typically cheaper than building a house, and you can move from lorry to work area in a matter of days.
We offer both new and used shipping containers. Our used containers are generally 9-14 years old, with a few scuffs, scratches and dents but they are in good condition.
Storage
A storage unit is the ideal solution when space is at the limit or you want to protect expensive items from the elements. Often the choice is between purchasing a brand new container or a second hand one. It's important to note that a lot of new containers are supplied in flat packs, which means you'll be able to save on shipping costs and speed up assembly on site. They're still durable and secure, as well as man-portable in this design. They're also available in standard 20ft height or 40ft high cubes and are able to be joined to create larger storage areas.
Many people believe that second-hand modal containers have been damaged beyond repair. This is not true. Most of our used storage container have a long time of service remaining and are in good structural condition. They don't have major holes or rust damage.
Containers Direct works with a network of containers that are of high quality in the UK. They offer a wide range of sizes of containers and lengths, including custom lengths. Multistore Containers are inspected prior to leaving their depots to ensure they're water-tight, there are no large holes or dents, and that doors are functioning. These containers are of top quality and are a good option for both homeowners and businesses. homeowners.
Shipping containers are a versatile and long-lasting product which can be reused numerous times over the course of their life. While they can be sold as storage units however, more and more customers are opting to personalize them after purchase to make full use of their potential. Some of the more popular uses include the garden shed, a home gym or an workshop to store equipment and tools.
Shipping containers are typically recycled at the end of their working life, but it's more environmentally friendly to repurpose them for other uses and keep these valuable steel pieces in use for as long as possible. This will help reduce carbon emissions from the embodied part and reduce the need for further environmental damage via recycling or melting down.
Cafes
Cafes are restaurants that serve drinks and food. They are well-known for their cosy, casual atmospheres and the flexibility of their operating hours. Contrary to restaurants, which usually serve formal meals cafes are more likely to offer relaxed menu items like sandwiches and light meals. They can also have exhibitions of art and other cultural events that encourage community engagement. The term is different from the uninspiring "Coffee Shop", which has an older connotation both in Australia and UK.
Offices
When you buy containers (unlike renting one) you own it to do whatever you like with. Many of our clients choose to customise their containers following purchase. It could be as easy or as complicated as adding heating and walls, or even as easy as painting. Some people even turn them into recording studios or swimming pools!
Containers Direct are the leading provider of second-hand containers for sale in the UK. We are among the few British manufacturers who produce custom shipping containers and conversions. Our depots across the country stock a wide range of containers that include those for standard office spaces gyms, schools, and many more.
Shipping containers last a period of approximately twenty years, which is why it's important to make sure they are well looked after. This means that any holes, dents or major areas of corrosion must be fixed prior to being used. We conduct an inspection thorough on all of our second-hand containers prior to leaving the depots. We ensure that they are wind and water secure, and that there aren't large rust areas or holes, and that the doors are in good working order. We also check that they are structurally sound and will be able to withstand a voyage on the high seas.
The majority of our used containers are are in good condition, and we only sell the lowest 10-15%. Buying second hand will 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 production. In addition, you'll be reusing an item that has been through the high seas and is therefore likely to have been a sturdy building material during its lifetime on the ship fleet.