Why Should You Use an Insulated Shipping Container?

Shipping container extensions for the home are in high demand, with "lockdown" proving that people can successfully work from home, along with enjoying leisure activities without having to actually go out! Containers Direct specialise in creating container conversions for gardens, including home offices, "man-caves" and "she-sheds" where you can unwind and engage in your favourite pastimes, have friends over for nights-in instead of out, or use as studio for crafting goods if you're lucky enough to have your own business doing something you enjoy.

The perils of cold and damp in your shipping container

While the idea of having an extra room in your garden sounds very appealing, and the set-up and decoration to your own liking is going to be fun, it's important to consider the practical side of things before your container arrives. So let's talk about why you need insulation. A shipping container is essentially a steel box, and as you will most likely be using your garden room all year round, it will be very cold inside during the winter months! Not only that, but the swings in temperature from day to night will cause condensation to form, which can be disastrous for the contents of your home extension. No one wants to create the perfect office, studio, or hang out in their garden only find it quickly starts to reek of mould and mildew and everything inside is damp.