Second Hand Containers For Sale UK
Containers are often a good investment both environmentally and financially. 20ft shipping container for sale uk 's often cheaper than building, and you can move from lorry to work area in a matter of days.
We offer new and used shipping containers. Our second-hand containers are generally 9-14 years old, with a few scuffs and scratches, but they are in good condition.
Storage
Storage units are a great solution for those looking to store space or protect expensive items from the elements. It's usually a choice between purchasing a brand-new container or a used one. A lot of new containers are flat-packed which can cut down on delivery costs and assembly time. They're still sturdy, secure and man portable in this design. 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 are damaged beyond repair. This is not true. 20ft shipping container for sale uk of our used storage containers have years of use in them, and are in good structural condition, 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, they are checked to ensure that they are watertight, do not have big holes or dents, and that their doors work. They are of premium quality and are an excellent choice for both businesses and homeowners.
Shipping 6ft Shipping Containers are durable and versatile products that can be reused multiple times throughout their lifetime. Although they can be sold on as storage units however, more and more people are choosing to customise the containers after purchase to make full use of their potential. Some of the most sought-after uses are a shed for the garden, a home-gym or a workshop for storing tools and machinery.
Shipping containers are generally recycled at the end their use, but it is much more sustainable to reuse them and keep these precious steel pieces for as long as is possible. This can reduce embodied carbon emissions and reduce the need to further environmental damage via recycling or melting down.
Cafes
Cafes are a kind of eatery which serves food and drinks. Their relaxed, comfortable spaces and flexible hours make them very popular. In contrast to restaurants, which typically serve formal food, cafes tend to have informal menu items, such as sandwiches and light meals. Art displays and other cultural events can be scheduled to promote community involvement. The term is distinct from the sterile 'Coffee Shop", which has a more enduring meaning in Australia and the UK.
Offices
When you buy containers (unlike renting one) it's yours to do whatever you like with. After buying their containers, many of our customers opt to personalize their containers. It could be as simple as painting, or as complex as adding 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 customized shipping containers as well as specialists in conversions. From standard office spaces to containers for schools, gyms and more, our nationwide depots offer used, new and flat pack containers in various sizes.
Shipping containers last a period of around twenty years, which is why it's important to make sure they are properly maintained. This means that any dents, holes or other major areas of corrosion must be fixed prior to being put to use. 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 sealed, that there aren't any large rusty areas or holes, and that the doors are working. We also test their structural soundness and whether they can be able to withstand a voyage over the high seas.
Most of our used containers are in good working order and we only sell a tiny portion of the lower 10-15% of our stock. Buying second-hand can help you save money as well as the environment. Reusing an old container will keep it from a scrap yard, and will reduce the emissions of embodied carbon generated by its manufacturing. You'll also be reusing an older container that has been used for a voyage on the high seas, and is likely to have been used as a sturdy construction material over its lifetime in the shipping fleet.
