Shipping and Storage Container RAL Colour Chart
RAL Colours
We strongly recommend repainting the exterior of used shipping containers. We re-spray containers using rubberised marine paint, as this can considerably improve the cosmetic appearance of the container (although please note, indentations and flakes will still be visible in outline). Repainting the outside of your second hand container also gives long term value for money as it can extend the useful life of the container by up to five years. We can also offer an interior respray to improve the inside appearance of your container. Please enquire about costs.
Popular paint colours - Used Containers
We would recommend any of the below RAL colours for used shipping containers:
- Blue (RAL 5010 or RAL 5013)
- Green (RAL 6005, RAL 6007 or RAL6028)
- Grey (RAL 7004 or RAL 7016)
- Brown (RAL 8008)
- Black (RAL 9005)
Please note: When a container is being repainted, the shipping decals are not removed but get painted over. Additional charges will apply for containers where decals need removing prior to repainting and then replacing, and where CSC Plates, external door seals and/or locking arms require masking. There are also supplementary charges for very light or bright paint options (e.g. white, yellow, red, orange etc.) over standard repainting rates. Please discuss your paint requirements with your Sales Representative.
Once-Used Containers
Once-used shipping containers are all painted externally in either green or blue using a specialist rubberised container paint with rust inhibitors. Please note that any cut down containers will be 'flashed' in a similar colour to the original, the exact shade may not be accurate. If you require a specific colour, please ask a member of our sales team for repainting costs.
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The colours shown on this site are for reference purposes only and should not be viewed as being true accurate representations of a given RAL paint colour.Different computer monitors may visually render the same colour significantly differently from one another, and normal desktop printers can also show variance between colours.
The colour chart is available as a PDF Format download
The chart is provided as a guide only.
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.
"The container is in situ and it is as new, just perfect. Your driver was amazing and made sure everything was spot on before he left. A company opposite us has four on site and ours makes them look very secondhand indeed. Thanks again. We have already had so really good comments and without doubt, if asked, we will give them your details."Alligator Dynamic Drapes
9th October 2024
order - a New 'once used' 16ft Container
"Friendly, supporting, knowledgeable and kept us up to date."Aurora Severnside
6th September 2024
order - a 4m Flat Pack Containers
"No issues from our order. From initial enquiry, drawings and plans to delivery, all went perfectly. Sales Team were very helpful and made changes from the original concept design to meet our own requirements without hesitation, would highly recommend to others."Bob Gardner, North Air
4th September 2024
order - a 10ft ModiBox Office
"The flat packs we purchased (4 in total over two purchases) are very good quality, solid, spacious and blend into our outdoor space nicely."From The Vineyard School
28th August 2024
order - a 2m Flat Pack Containers
"The delivery driver was excellent - courteous and professional. As it said on the website, our container was fully in place in under an hour after starting its installation - excellent."Torthorwald Community Council
25th August 2024
order - a 4m Flat Pack Container
"I was very pleased with all the aspects of your service and will use you again."Sample Building Services Ltd
26th July 2024
order - a 20ft builders grade container from our Clearance page.
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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.
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