Used Shipping Containers for Sale
Why Choose Second Hand Shipping Containers?
Good quality second hand shipping containers for sale are a financially and environmentally prudent choice.
The disposal of a large amount of steel is not eco friendly, and the savings you can make reusing one are substantial. As shipping containers are built to be durable, withstanding numerous journeys across seas, often stacked up to eight high, they have a useful lifespan of around twenty years, so buying second hand is still a worthwhile economic investment. Many used shipping containers will go on to be used as dry land storage containers, but there is a fast growing trend to us them as the building blocks for shipping container conversion projects. Second hand shipping containers make excellent storage units as they are portable, secure and watertight.
If you are planning to get years of use out of a storage container, it is important to check the container is structurally sound with no holes or large areas of rusting. Containers Direct have good quality used containers for sale, and recondition them with a choice of four door types as standard, including flat panel doors which make opening and closing them a lot less hassle. Depending upon your requirements, secondhand shipping containers can either be purchased in their standard form, 20ft containers or 40ft containers long unmodified container, or bought as a modified unit, often cut down to more convenient sizes. Check out our range of second hand shipping containers from just 5ft long to 40ft long. Repainting second hand shipping containers dramatically improves the appearance of the container and extends its lifespan by giving an extra layer of protection. The good news is that we now give a FREE repaint to all used shipping containers under 20ft!
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An industry leading choice of optional extras
Our choice of upgrades can be used to adapt your container to make it fit for your particular purpose. For instance, wood cladding can help with planning permission requirements. Whether it's a steel ramp, ply lining or doors in the side, our range of modifications to second hand containers are carried out by our own skilled, in-house workforce and are offered at prices that reflect our commitment to giving our clients the best deals. When you buy a refurbished steel container from Containers Direct, you can be assured of quality and value by our 12 month guarantee.
Second hand shipping containers for conversion
Second hand shipping containers are an ideal base for shipping container conversions. At Containers Direct our dedicated conversion service has worked on everything from chemical stores to offices and classrooms, and everything in between. For example popular pop up shops and cafes can be created with the addition of a serving hatch (we offer three designs), melamine lining inside and vinyl flooring. We can even fit worktops and cabinets. Pop up shops can be fitted with patio style doors to entice customers inside. For conversions requiring larger areas of space widthwise we can join shipping containers together. This type of conversion is especially popular with containers converted into garages. Explore some of our conversion work below.
Certified second hand ISO containers
CSC Plated for Shipping
Containers Direct also stock second hand shipping containers which have been passed as fit for shipping. You will find these containers described as ISO containers, or as having a CSC plate. Without one of these your container won't be accepted as cargo by shipping lines, so we recommend you check this carefully before purchase. The sales team at Containers Direct are able to assist you in making a suitable choice.
Flat pack containers for value
Once-Used Shipping Containers
We also offer once-used shipping containers, also referred to as new shipping containers where a superior external aesthetic is required or where you want to ensure many years of hassle free use. Shipping containers can last up to 20 years, so purchasing a new container can be desirable where you want to maximise the lifespan of the unit.
New Build Containers
Our New Build Containers are our solution when an 8ft width is too much or too little. We are one of the leading manufacturers of new build shipping containers which can be used as large offices, classrooms or garages. We can also build to your own measurements where you have a specific amount of space you need to fit a unit into.
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Testimonials
As a long established and reputable shipping container company, we want to instil confidence in our customers that we can deliver on our promises, and provide high quality products and service.But don't just take our word for it, see for yourself what our past and present clients have to say about Containers Direct.
Committed to Quality
We are ISOQAR Approved and certified to ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems, demonstrating our commitment to excellence. We are also members of MakeUK, who champion British manufacturing, and the Container Self Storage and Traders Association (CSTA), representing global operators and innovators. In addition, we are registered members of JOSCAR, the Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register.
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