Second Hand Containers For Sale UK
Containers are often a good investment both in terms of environmental and financial. It's cheaper than building and often a lot quicker - you can go from lorry to workplace in a matter of days.
We have new and used shipping containers. Our used containers are usually 9-14 years old and have a few scratches, scuffs and scratches but in good condition.
Stores
Storage units are an excellent option for those who want to store space or protect expensive objects from the elements. It's often a matter of choosing between buying a brand new container or an existing one. A lot of new containers are flat-packed which can cut down on the cost of delivery and assembly. They're still durable and secure, as well as man-portable in this form. Get the facts are available in standard heights of 20ft and 40ft, and can be combined to create larger storage areas.
Many people believe that second-hand modal containers are battered beyond repair, but this could not be further from the reality. The majority of our used storage containers have many years of service remaining and are in good structural condition. They don't have significant holes or rust damage.
Containers Direct work with a network of suppliers who provide quality containers in the UK and offers various sizes of containers including bespoke lengths. Before leaving the depot, the containers are inspected to ensure that they are watertight, do not have large holes or dents and that their doors function. These are top-quality containers and are an excellent choice for homeowners and businesses alike.
Shipping containers are durable and versatile products that can be reused multiple times throughout their lifetime. While they can be sold on as storage units, more and more people are choosing to customise them after purchase to make full use of their potential. Some of the more popular uses are the garden shed, a home gym or a workshop for storing tools and machinery.
Shipping containers are usually recycled at the end their use however it is much more sustainable to reuse them and keep these valuable steel pieces in circulation for as long as it is feasible. 10ft Storage Containers can reduce carbon emissions from embodied and limit the need to further environmental damage through recycling or melting down.
Cafes
Cafes are an restaurant that serves food and beverages. Their cozy, casual atmospheres and flexible operating hours make them popular. Cafes, in contrast to restaurants, typically serve food that is casual, such as sandwiches and lighter meals. Art exhibits and other cultural events can be held to encourage participation from the community. The term is distinct from the sterile 'Coffee Shop', which has a more enduring meaning in Australia and UK.
Offices
You can do anything you would like with a container that you own (unlike when you rented one). After buying their containers, a lot of our customers decide to personalize them. It could be as easy as painting or as complicated as installing internal walls and heating. Some even turn them into recording studios or swimming pools!
Containers Direct are the leading supplier of second hand containers for sale in the United Kingdom. We are one of the few British manufacturers that produce brand new shipping containers that are bespoke and conversions. Our nationwide depots stock a wide range of containers that include those for standard branded offices and schools, gyms, and many more.
Shipping containers can last for up to twenty years. It is essential that they are maintained. This means that any dents, holes or areas of major corrosion must be fixed prior to being used. Before they leave our depots we check all second-hand containers. We check whether they are water and wind sealed, there aren't holes or large areas of rust and that the doors function. We also test their structural stability and make sure that they can be able to withstand a voyage over the high seas.
Most of our used containers are in good working order and we only sell a small percentage of the bottom 10-15% of our stock. The purchase of used containers can save you money and help protect the environment. Reusing an old container, you'll be keeping it out of the scrap yard and reducing the carbon emissions resulting from its manufacturing. In addition you'll be reusing an item that's traveled through the high seas and will therefore have served as a strong construction material throughout its time in the shipping fleet.