Second Hand Containers For Sale UK

A container purchase is usually economically and environmentally responsible. It's typically cheaper than building a house, and you can move from lorry to work area in a matter of days.

We offer used and new shipping containers. Our used containers are generally 9-14 years old, with a few scuffs, scratches and dents but in good shape.

Stores

Storage units are a great option for those who want to store space or protect expensive items from the elements. The choice is usually between purchasing a new container or a used one. Many new containers are delivered flat and can help reduce the time to delivery and assembly. In this form they're still sturdy and secure. They are also portable. They are also available in standard height 20ft or 40ft high cube options and are able to be joined to create larger storage spaces.

Many people believe that second-hand modal containers have been damaged beyond repair. It's not the case. The majority of our used storage containers have years of use left in them, and are in good structural state with no major holes or rust damage.

Containers Direct works with a network of Refrigerated Containers that are of high quality in the UK. They can offer a variety of sizes for containers, including bespoke lengths. Before leaving the depot, they are checked to ensure that they are watertight, don't have big holes or dents, and that their doors function. These are top quality containers and a great option for businesses and homeowners alike.

Shipping Modular Buildings Containers are durable and flexible products that can be used several times over their lifespan. Although they can be sold on as storage units, increasing numbers of customers are opting to personalize their containers after purchase to make the most use of their potential. Some of the most well-known uses include a garden shed, the garden, a home gym or a workshop for storing equipment and tools.

Shipping containers are generally recycled at the end their lifespan, but it is much more sustainable to reuse them and keep these valuable steel pieces for as long as is feasible. This can reduce the embodied emissions of carbon and reduce the need to further damage the environment through recycling or melting.

Cafes

Cafes are restaurants serving drinks and food. They are well-known due to their relaxed, cozy environments and their flexible operating hours. Cafes, in contrast to restaurants, tend to offer casual meals like sandwiches and lighter meals. Art exhibits and other cultural events can be scheduled to encourage community engagement. The term is distinct from the sterile "Coffee Shop', which has an older connotation in Australia and the UK.

Offices

When you buy a container (unlike renting one) you own it to do whatever you want with. Many of our customers choose to customise their containers after purchasing them. It could be as simple as painting, or as complex as installing internal walls and heating. Some even transform them into swimming pools or recording studios!

Containers Direct is the leading provider of second-hand containers available for sale in the UK. We are also among the few British manufacturers of custom shipping containers and experts in conversions. From standard offices to containers for schools, gyms and more, our depots across the country stock new, used and flat pack containers in different sizes.

Shipping containers have a lifespan of about twenty years, which is why it is essential to ensure they are well looked after. This means that any dents, holes or major areas of corrosion must be fixed prior to being used. We conduct a thorough inspection on every one of our second-hand containers prior to leaving the depots. We make sure whether they are wind and water tight, there are no holes or large areas of rust and that the doors are functioning. We also check their structural soundness and whether they can be able to withstand a voyage over the high seas.

The majority of our used containers are in good shape and we only sell a small shipping containers for sale percentage of the lower 10-15% of our stock. Buying second-hand can save you money and the environment. Reusing an old container keeps it out of a scrap yard, and also reduce emissions from its manufacturing. Additionally, you'll be reusing an item that's been across the oceans and could have served as a strong building material in its time on the ship fleet.