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Find the best containers on sale in the UK from a variety 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 a sturdy and secure method to create additional storage space in your office or home. They are available in various sizes and can be linked together by using link kits to create larger storage areas. Modular Buildings Containers are also great for outdoor use, and can protect your goods from the rain and other weather elements. Examine the condition of the shipping container and choose the best size for your needs before purchasing. You can even opt for a high cube shipping container which is higher and offers more storage space than standard containers.
Shipping containers have become the most popular choice for a variety of applications due to their flexibility and portability. Steel containers are both waterproof and wind-proof and can be transported safely on any type of transport. They can be loaded with cargo on the back of a truck in the Far East, lifted onto the train and then transported across the sea to arrive at their destination on UK shores. They can be then transported to the site of a customer which is where they can be unloaded and used as a shed, workshop, office or whatever the owner would like to use them for.
When it comes time to select the best container for their needs buyers can choose between of second-hand or new containers. Used containers are less costly and will last for years if they are maintained in good condition. You can also choose a brand new container that comes with a guarantee. This will provide you with greater value and peace of mind. They also have a better value for resales and come with double doors, making it easier to access 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 cargo-worthy container costs about $2,000. You can also buy a 40ft high-cube container for $1,820 in Leeds or PS1,775 in Southampton.
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Storage Containers
The immense durability and strength of shipping containers makes them an excellent storage unit. They are also the perfect structures to transform into everything from container offices and gyms to custom homes. Containers Direct works with used shipping containers that are no longer needed by the international shipping fleet. They can be reused for storage or transformed into something totally different. Their warehouses are stocked with both high and standard cube shipping containers that are available in new 'one trip' condition. They are all watertight and windproof and come with double doors that are fitted at one end and are inspected to ensure they are in compliance with ISO specifications with no major holes or dents.
Converted Containers
Shipping containers are being repurposed to serve a broad range of new applications. These robust and secure structures originally designed for life at sea, can be swiftly and easily adapted to fit an array of new applications, while minimizing the cost to budgets. From an office in a shipping container, to a gym for your home, container conversions are a flexible alternative to traditional construction projects.
Converted shipping containers can be used as pop-up shops and catering units. They are a low-cost and eye-catching option that can be transported to places that traditional cafes and bars can't. These mobile retail spaces can be used by artisans or high-street favourites. They are easy to install and move.
Containers Direct offers a variety of custom-built shipping containers to meet your needs. From a simple shell to a fully fitted workshop complete with insulation, electrical and other welfare facilities Our team will collaborate with you to ensure that your vision comes to life. This is evident in our excellent customer service and high rates of repeat business. We use the most up-to-date software for CAD to design and build every modification on our own. This means we can offer a fast and cost-effective service.