Skylight Windows in Shipping Containers
Reasons to Choose Skylight Windows
Skylights are an attractive and secure way of bringing extra light into your shipping container conversion. Light from above creates a light and airy space inside containers, making it feel more open, less "claustrophobic" and larger. Suitable for most conversions, especially offices and welfare units.
- Reduced energy consumption - less dependency on artificial lighting reduces the use of electricity by as much as 10% and lower heating bills.
- More light - the skylights we fit have a generous glazing area that lets in up to a third more natural daylight than standard windows.
- Reduction in mold and mildew - shipping containers can be prone to condensation but sunlight is proven to lessen the production of these damaging and unsightly organisms.
- Good for the mind and body - studies show significant improvements in well-being and performance where there is plenty of exposure to natural light
- Security - tamper proof security fixings and impact resistant polycarbonate deliver the highest security levels
- Contemporary style - an attractive skylight both inside and out, as the compact low-rise profile blends in with the container roofline
Fitting skylight windows in shipping containers
After cutting the correct sized aperture into the roof, we need to build two frames to hold the skylight, the first from 75mm x 50mm box section, the second, to fit on top of the first, from 50mm x 25mm box section. Once fitting is complete, we seal and test for watertightness.
Request a Quick Quote!
Contact our sales team for your no obligation quote, including delivery!Examples of skylight windows in shipping containers
Take a look at our fantastic conversion with skylights completed for Dorset County Council's community project, featuring separate spaces over three containers, for storage, workshop and cafe. The skylights feature in both the workshop and kitchen spaces.
We also fit:
- Anti vandal windows
- UPVC windows
- UPVC Patio doors
- UPVC Sliding doors
- UPVC Bi-folding doors
- Extra large/full length windows
- Port hole windows
For more details see our page Shipping Container Windows
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.
"I would just like to say great service and the driver who delivered it was just brilliant. Nothing was to much trouble, thanks again."Nigel Burnham
20th March 2025
order - a Used 10ft Container
"The purchase was simple; the follow up emails confirming the purchase and delivery date were excellent and the delivery driver was extremely helpful. Overall, I would definitely recommend Containers Direct, thank you!"Bimeda
13th March 2025
order - a Used 8ft Container
"Excellent communication and support from Cory and Hannah. The drivers were brilliant with delivery and offload too. Thank you very much."Moor Wood Farm
26th February 2025
order - three Used 20ft Containers
"You clearly run an extremely professional business. Every element went as planned and you were on hand to answer any questions or queries. Thank you."Mab Lane Primary School
14th February 2025
order - a 'Once-Used' 20ft Container
"The overall experience of ordering and specifying the container was very good. The sales and transport staff kept me informed at all times."Cura-Terrae
11th February 2025
order - a 20ft DryBox Container
"Cory was very helpful, as was Hannah with the delivery details. The delivery driver also took time to ensure the container was in the correct position - very helpful!"Ben Halliday, 24-7 Electrical services
4th February 2025
order - a New 'Once-Used' 16ft Container
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Committed to Quality
We are ISOQAR Approved; certified to the ISO standard relating to Quality Management Systems, demonstrating our Company's commitment to quality. We are also members of MakeUK who champion and celebrate British manufacturing and manufacturers, and member of the Container Self Storage and Traders Association; an international organisation representing the interests of Container Self-Storage Operators, Traders and Innovators.
ISO Cert No. 13586-QNS-001
ISO 9001:2015
