Second Hand Containers For Sale UK

Containers are often a great investment both in terms of environmental and financial. It's typically cheaper than building a new one, 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 a few scuffs and scratches, but they are in good condition.

Stores

Storage units are an excellent solution for those who need to store space or protect expensive objects from the elements. It's usually a choice between buying a brand new container or a pre-owned one. It's worth noting that many new containers are available in flat packs, which means you'll save on shipping costs and reduce onsite assembly time. In this form they're still sturdy, secure, and portable for man. They are also available in standard 20ft height or 40ft high cubes and can be joined together to create larger storage areas.

Many people believe that second-hand containers are damaged beyond repair, but this could not be any further from the truth. The majority of our used storage containers have years of service left in them and are in good structural state with no major holes or rust damage.

Containers Direct work with a group of suppliers that provide quality containers in the UK and offers various sizes of containers including bespoke lengths. Before leaving the depot, the containers are examined to ensure they are watertight, do not have large holes or dents and that their doors function. These containers for sale middlesbrough are of top quality and are an excellent choice for both business and homeowners.

Shipping Biomass Boiler Housings Containers are a versatile and long-lasting product which can be reused numerous times over the course of their life. They can be used as storage units, but more and more people choose to modify the containers after purchase to maximize their potential. Some of the most sought-after uses are a shed for the garden, a home-gym or a workshop for storing equipment and tools.

Shipping containers are usually recycled at the end of their operational lives, but it's more environmentally friendly to repurpose containers for different uses and keep these valuable steel objects in circulation for as long as it is possible. This can reduce carbon dioxide emissions and limit the need to further damage the environment through recycling or melting.

Cafes

Cafes are eateries that serve drinks and food. They 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 lighter meals. Art exhibitions and other cultural events can be planned to promote community involvement. The term is distinct from the sterile "Coffee Shop" which has an older connotation both in Australia and the UK.

Offices

You can do whatever you would like with a container that you own (unlike the case if you were renting one). After you've purchased their containers, many of our customers opt to personalize them. It could be as simple or as complex as adding heating and internal walls, or as easy as painting. Some even turn them into swimming pools or recording studios!

Containers Direct is the leading provider of second-hand containers for sale in the UK. We are also one of the few British manufacturers of customized shipping containers as well as specialists in conversions. From standard offices to containers for gyms, schools and much more, our depots across the country have new, used and flat pack containers for sale middlesbrough in different sizes.

Shipping containers last a period of approximately twenty years, which is why it's important to make sure they are maintained. This means that any dents, holes or other major areas of corrosion must be fixed prior to being used. We carry out an extensive inspection of all of our second hand containers before they leave our depots. We make sure that they are wind and water secure, that there aren't holes or large areas of rust, and that the doors work. We also verify their structural stability and make sure that they can endure a voyage on high seas.

The majority of our used containers are are in good condition and we only offer the top 10% of them. buying second-hand containers can save you money and the environment. Reusing an old container, you'll keep it out of the scrapyard and reducing embodied carbon emissions from its production. You'll also be reusing an old unit that has already completed an adventure on high seas and could be used as a strong construction material during its lifetime in the shipping fleet.