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Find the best containers for sale in the UK from a range of suppliers. Whether you're looking for standard cargo-worthy 20ft units or 40ft high cubes you'll find them here.
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Shipping Containers

Containers are durable and secure method of creating extra storage space for your home or office. They are available in a variety of sizes and can be connected with link kits to create larger storage spaces. They are also great for outdoor use and will protect goods from the rain and other weather elements. Be sure to check the condition of the shipping container and select the right size for your needs before buying. You can select a high-cube shipping container which is higher than standard containers and has more storage space.
Shipping containers are a popular choice because of their portability and flexibility. shipping container sizes uk are made from steel and are weatherproof and windproof, making them suitable for safe transportation on all types of transport. They can be loaded on the back of trucks in the Far East and then lifted onto trains to travel across the ocean. They can then be trucked to the customer's location which is where they can be unloaded and utilized as a shed workshop, office or whatever the owner would like them for.
Buyers can choose between buying a new container or a second-hand unit. The second-hand containers are less expensive and will provide years of service when kept in good condition. Alternatively, shipping container sizes uk can choose a brand new container with a warranty, which will give you peace of mind and will provide better value for your money. They also have a greater selling price and come with double doors that make it easier to get at your items.
Prices for containers vary, which is why it's crucial to keep abreast of the latest market trends. For instance, in London a 20ft container that is suitable for cargo costs approximately $2,000. You can also buy a 40ft high-cube container for around $1,820 in Leeds or PS1,775 in Southampton.
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Storage Containers
The enormous strength and durability of shipping containers makes them an excellent storage unit. They are also ideal for transformations, from container offices to gyms and bespoke homes. The team at Containers Direct work with second-hand shipping containers that have been reclaimed from their former lives on the international shipping fleet, giving them a new lease of life as storage units that have been repurposed and transformed into something totally different. Their warehouses are equipped with standard and high-cube shipping containers in the 'one-trip' state. They are all wind- and watertight and come with double doors at the other end. They are also checked to ensure they are in compliance with ISO standards and don't have major dents or dings.
Converted Containers
Shipping containers are being repurposed in many ways. Once destined for sea life, these robust and sturdy structures can be swiftly and easily modified to fit many new applications, with minimal impact on budgets. From an office in a shipping container, to a gym for your home, container conversions are a flexible alternative to traditional building projects.
Converted shipping containers are perfect for pop up shops and catering units, offering an affordable, attractive solution that can be transported to places where traditional cafes and bars cannot reach. These mobile retail spaces can be used by artisans or high-street favourites. They are simple to put up and move.
Containers Direct offers a variety of custom-built shipping containers that can satisfy your needs. Our team will work closely to bring your ideas to reality, whether it's a simple shell or a fully-fitted workshop that includes insulation, electrical wiring and welfare facilities. This is evident in our excellent customer service and the high percentage of repeat business. We employ the most modern CAD technology to design and create modifications in-house, meaning that you can be assured of rapid and cost-effective services.