Second Hand Containers For Sale UK
Buying a container is often financially and environmentally prudent. It's less expensive than building and often a lot quicker it can be moved 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 condition.
Storage
A storage unit is a perfect solution if space is an all-time low or you need to protect expensive objects from the elements. The choice is usually between purchasing a new container or a second hand one. Many new containers are delivered flat and can help reduce delivery costs and assembly time. In this format, they are still strong and secure, as well as portable. These cubes are also available in standard heights of 20ft or 40ft and can be combined to create larger storage spaces.
Many people believe that second-hand containers are damaged beyond repair however this could not be more far from the reality. The majority of our storage containers used have years of use left in them, and are in good structural state with no major holes or corrosion.
Containers Direct works with a network of quality containers in the UK. They can offer a wide range of sizes for containers, including bespoke lengths. They're inspected before leaving their depots to make sure they are water tight and that there aren't any large holes or dents and that doors are functioning. They are of the highest quality and are an excellent choice for homeowners and businesses alike.
Shipping containers are durable and flexible items that can be reused many times over the course of their life. Although they can be sold on as storage units but increasing numbers of customers are opting to personalize their containers after purchase to make maximum use of their potential. Some of the most popular uses include a garden shed, the garden, a gym for home use or a workshop for storing tools and machinery.
Shipping containers are usually recycled at the end of their working lives, but it's more environmentally friendly to repurpose them for other uses and keep these precious pieces of steel in circulation for as long as it is possible. This can reduce the embodied emissions of carbon and limit the need to further damage the environment through recycling or melting.
Cafes
Cafes are restaurants that serve food and drinks. Their cozy, casual atmospheres and flexible operating hours make them very popular. Cafes, in contrast to restaurants, typically serve food that is casual, such as sandwiches and lighter meals. They may also feature exhibitions of art and other cultural events to encourage the community's involvement. The term is different from the neutral "Coffee Shop", which has a broader meaning in Australia and in the UK.
Offices
If you purchase a container (unlike renting one), it's yours to do what you want with. A lot of our customers opt to personalize their containers after purchasing them. It could be as simple or as complex as adding heating and internal walls, or even as simple as painting. Some people even transform 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 one of the few British manufacturers that manufacture new bespoke shipping container and conversions. From standard office spaces to containers for schools, gyms and more, our depots across the country offer used, new and flat-pack containers in different sizes.
Shipping containers can last of approximately twenty years, so it is essential to ensure they are well looked after. It is essential to repair any holes, dents or areas of corrosion prior using the container. We carry out a thorough inspection 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 function. We also check their structural soundness and that they are able to withstand a voyage on the high seas.
The majority of our used containers are in good condition and we only sell a tiny portion of the lower 10% of our inventory. buying second-hand containers will save you money and the environment. By reusing a container, you'll be keeping it from the scrap yard and reducing the carbon emissions from its manufacture. Additionally, Conversions Containers 'll be reusing a unit that has already been through the high seas and will therefore have served as a strong building material in its time on the shipping fleet.