Second Hand containers for sale uk (Click On this page)
Containers are often a good investment both environmentally and financially. It’s cheaper than building, and often a lot quicker and you can move from lorry to work in just days.
We offer new and used shipping containers. Our used containers are typically 9-14 years old with some scratches, scuffs and dents but in good condition.
Stores
A storage unit is a perfect solution if space is a premium or you need to shield expensive items from the elements. Often the choice is between purchasing a new container or an old one. Many new containers come flat-packed, which can reduce the cost of delivery and assembly. In this configuration they’re still durable, secure, and portable. They are also available in standard sizes of 20ft or 40ft and can be combined to create larger storage areas.
Many people think that second hand modal containers are battered beyond repair however this could not be further from the truth. The majority of our storage containers used have years of use left in them, and are in good structural condition, with no major holes or rust damage.
Containers Direct works with a network of quality containers in the UK. They are able to provide a wide range of sizes for containers as well as custom lengths. The Modular Buildings Containers are inspected prior to leaving their depots to ensure they’re water-tight and that there aren’t any large holes or dents and the doors are working. These containers are of top quality and are an excellent choice for both business and homeowners.
Shipping containers are durable and flexible products that can be used many times over the course of their life. They can be used as storage units, however increasing numbers of people opt to customize the containers following purchase to maximize their potential. Some of the most popular uses include an outdoor shed, a home gym or an workshop to store machinery and tools.
Shipping containers are usually recycled at the end of their operational life, but it’s more eco-friendly to reuse them for other uses and keep these precious steel pieces in use for as long as it is possible. This can reduce carbon emissions from carbon embodied and minimize the need to further harm the environment through recycling or melting.
Cafes
Cafes are eateries serving drinks and food. Their relaxed, comfortable spaces and flexible hours make them popular. In contrast to restaurants, which typically serve formal meals, cafes tend to have laid-back menu items such as sandwiches and light meals. They also may have art exhibits and other cultural events to foster the community’s involvement. The term is distinct from the sterile ‘Coffee Shop’, which has a more enduring meaning in Australia and the UK.
Offices
You can do anything you would like with a container that you own (unlike when you rented one). After you’ve purchased their containers, many of our customers decide to modify them. It can be as easy or complex as adding heating and walls, or as simple as painting. Some even 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 one of the few British manufacturers of new custom 30ft shipping container containers and experts in Conversions Containers. Our depots across the nation have a variety of containers that can be used for standard branded offices and schools, gyms and more.
30ft shipping container containers can last up to twenty years. It is crucial that they are well maintained. This means that any holes, dents or major areas of corrosion must be fixed prior to being used. We conduct a thorough inspection on all of our second-hand containers before they leave the depots. We make sure they are water and wind secure, and that there aren’t large rust areas or holes and that the doors are in good working order. We also test their structural stability and make sure that they are able to be able to withstand a voyage over the high seas.
The majority of our used containers in good working order We only sell the lowest 10-15%. Buy used to save money and also help the environment. Reusing an old container, you’ll keep it out of the scrapyard and reducing embodied carbon emissions resulting from its manufacturing. You’ll also be reusing an older unit that has completed an adventure on high seas, and was likely to have been used as a sturdy construction material throughout its life in the shipping fleet.