Second Hand Containers For Sale UK
Containers are often a good investment both environmentally and financially. It's cheaper than building, and usually a lot faster it can be moved from lorry to work in just days.
We offer both new and used shipping containers. Our used containers are usually 9-14 years old, with a few scratches, scuffs and scratches but in good shape.
Storage
Storage units are an excellent option for those who want to reduce space or shield expensive items against the elements. It's often a matter of choosing between purchasing a brand new container or an existing one. Many new containers come flat-packed, which can reduce delivery costs and assembly time. In this configuration, they are still strong and secure. They are also portable for man. These cubes are also available in standard heights of 20ft or 40ft and can be combined to create larger storage areas.
Many people believe that second hand modal containers are battered beyond repair however this could not be any further from the reality. 30ft Shipping Containers of our storage containers used have years of service left in them and are in a good structural condition with no major holes or damage from rust.
Containers Direct works with a network that provides quality containers in the UK. They can offer a wide range of container sizes and lengths, including custom lengths. Before leaving the depot, the containers are inspected to ensure that they are watertight, don't have large holes or dents and that the doors are functional. These containers are of high quality and a great choice for both businesses and homeowners.
Shipping containers are a durable and versatile product that can be reused multiple times throughout their lifespan. Although they can be sold on as storage units, increasing numbers of people are opting to customize the containers after purchase to make the most use of their potential. Some of the most popular uses include a garden shed, the garden, a home-gym or a workshop for storing tools and machinery.
Shipping containers are generally recycled at the end of their lifespan However, it is more environmentally friendly to reuse them and keep these precious steel pieces in circulation for as long as is feasible. This can reduce carbon dioxide emissions and reduce the need to further damage the environment by recycling or melting.
Cafes
Cafes are restaurants that serve drinks and food. Their relaxed, comfortable spaces and flexible hours make them popular. Contrary to restaurants, which usually serve formal food, cafes tend to have laid-back menu items such as sandwiches and light meals. They also may have art exhibits and other cultural events that encourage community involvement. The term is distinct from the sterile "Coffee Shop that has a more enduring meaning in Australia and the UK.
Offices
You can do anything you want with a container you own (unlike if you were renting one). After buying their containers, a lot of our customers choose to modify them to their own specifications. It can be as easy or as complicated as adding heating and walls, or even as easy 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 uk. We are also among the few British manufacturers of custom shipping containers and experts in conversions. Our depots across the country stock a wide range of containers that can be used for standard office spaces and schools, gyms and many more.
Shipping containers can last for up to twenty years. It is crucial to ensure that they are maintained. Catering And Hospitality Containers means that any holes, dents or other major areas of corrosion must be fixed prior to being used. We carry out a thorough inspection on all of our second-hand containers before they leave our depots. We ensure that they are wind and water secure, that there aren't holes or large areas of rust and that the doors work. We also check their structural soundness and 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, and we only sell the bottom 10-15%. The purchase of used containers can save you money and also help the environment. By reusing an existing container, you'll be keeping it out of the scrap yard and reducing embodied carbon emissions resulting from its manufacturing. Additionally you'll be using an item that has been across the oceans and is therefore likely to have served as a strong construction material throughout its time on the ship fleet.