Second Hand Containers For Sale UK
A container purchase is usually economically and environmentally sustainable. It's typically 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 second-hand containers are typically 9-14 years old, with a few scuffs and scratches, but are still in good shape.
Stores
A storage unit is a perfect solution if space is the limit or you want to shield expensive items from the elements. It's often a matter of choosing between purchasing a brand new container or an existing one. Many new containers are delivered flat and can help reduce delivery costs and assembly time. In this format they're still sturdy and secure. They are also portable. They're also available in 20ft standard height or 40ft high cubes and are able to be joined to create larger storage spaces.
Many people think that second-hand modal containers are battered beyond repair However, this couldn't be further from the reality. Offshore Containers of our used storage containers have years of service left in them and are in a good structural state with no major holes or rust damage.
Containers Direct work with a network of suppliers who provide high-quality containers in the UK and offer a variety of container sizes including bespoke lengths. They're inspected before leaving their depots to make sure they're water-tight, there are no large holes or dents and the doors are in good working order. They are of the highest quality and a great option for businesses and homeowners alike.
Shipping containers are a versatile and long-lasting product which can be reused many times over their lifetime. While they can be used as storage units however, 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 and a home gym as well as an workshop to store tools and machinery.
Shipping containers are often recycled at the end of their operational lives, but it's far more sustainable to reuse containers for other purposes and keep these valuable steel pieces in use for as long as possible. This can reduce carbon dioxide emissions and reduce the need to further damage the environment by recycling or melting.
Cafes
Cafes are eateries that serve food and drinks. Their cozy, casual spaces and flexible hours make them very popular. Cafes, in contrast to restaurants, tend to offer casual meals like sandwiches and lighter meals. Art exhibits and other cultural events may 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 the UK.
Offices
When you buy the container (unlike renting one) you own it to do whatever you want with. A lot of our customers opt to personalize their containers after they have purchased them. It can be as easy or complex as adding heating and internal walls, or even as simple 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 United Kingdom. We are also among the few British manufacturers of brand new custom shipping containers and experts in conversions. Our nationwide depots have a variety of containers, including those for standard branded offices schools, gyms, and more.
Shipping containers last a period of approximately twenty years, which is why it is essential to ensure they are well looked after. It is important to repair any holes, dents, or areas of corrosion before using the container. We carry out an extensive inspection of all of our second hand containers before they leave our depots. We ensure that they are water and wind secure, that there aren't holes or large areas of rust and that the doors function. We also check that they are structurally sound and can endure a trip on the high seas.
The majority of our used containers are in good working order and we only sell a tiny portion of the bottom 10% of our inventory. Buy used to save money and help protect the environment. Reusing an existing container will keep it from a scrap yard, and also reduce emissions from its production. You'll also be reusing an old unit that has completed a voyage on the high seas and could be used as a sturdy construction material throughout its life in the shipping fleet.