Second Hand Containers For Sale UK

The purchase of a container is typically financially and environmentally prudent. It's less expensive than building and usually a lot faster and you can move from lorry to workplace in just days.

We have new and used shipping containers. Our second-hand containers are generally 9-14 years old and may have some scratches and scratches, but they are in good condition.

Storage

Storage units are an excellent option for those who want to store space or protect expensive objects from the elements. The choice is usually between buying a new container or an old one. A lot of new containers are flat-packed and can help reduce delivery costs and assembly time. They're still durable and secure, as well as man-portable in this form. They're also available in standard height 20ft or 40ft high cube options and can be joined together to create larger areas of storage.

Many people think 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 do not have any significant holes or rust damage.

Containers Direct work with a network of suppliers who provide high-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, have no large holes or dent and that their doors work. They are of premium quality and are an excellent choice for both businesses and homeowners.

Shipping containers are strong and durable products that can be used several times over their lifespan. Although they can be sold as storage units, increasing numbers of people are choosing to customise their containers after purchase to make maximum use of their potential. Some of the most sought-after uses include a shed for the garden, a home gym or a workshop for storing equipment and tools.

Shipping containers are typically reused at the end of their working life However, it is much more sustainable to reuse them and keep these valuable steel pieces in circulation for as long as is possible. This will help reduce carbon emissions from the embodied part and minimize the need for further environmental damage via recycling or melting down.

Construction Containers are eateries that serve drinks and food. They are renowned for their cozy, casual spaces and their flexible operating hours. In contrast to restaurants, which typically serve formal meals cafes typically offer informal menu items, such as sandwiches and light meals. Art displays and other cultural activities may be held 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

You can do anything you want with a container you own (unlike if you were renting one). Many of our clients choose to customize their containers following purchase. This could be as simple as painting, or as intricate as adding internal walls and heating. Some transform them into recording studios or swimming pools!

Containers Direct are the leading supplier of second hand containers for sale in the UK. We are also among the few British manufacturers of brand new bespoke shipping containers and specialists in conversions. From standard office spaces to containers for gyms, schools and much more, our depots across the country offer used, new and flat pack containers in various sizes.

Shipping containers can last for up to twenty years. It is crucial to ensure that they are maintained. It is essential to repair any holes, dents or areas of corrosion prior to using the container. We carry out an inspection thorough on all of our second-hand containers before they leave our depots. We ensure whether they are wind and water secure, that there aren't holes or large areas of rust and that the doors are functioning. We also check their structural soundness and that they can be able to withstand a voyage over the high seas.


Most of our used containers are in good condition and we only sell a small portion of the bottom 10% of our inventory. buying second-hand containers can help you save money as well as the environment. Reusing an old container, you'll be keeping it from the scrap yard and reducing embodied carbon emissions resulting from its manufacturing. You'll also be reusing an old unit that has already completed an adventure on high seas and is likely to be employed as a durable construction material throughout its life in the shipping fleet.