Used Shipping Containers
Why Choose Second Hand?
Good quality second hand shipping containers are financially and environmentally prudent.
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.
S1 and S2 doors - £2095
S2 doors - £2995
S1 and S2 doors - £3295
S1 and S2 doors, repainted - £2025
S1 and S2 doors, repainted - £1895
S1 and S2 doors, repainted - £1995
S1 and S2 doors, repainted - £2350
S1 and S2 doors, repainted - £2495
S1 and S2 doors, repainted - £2495
S1 and S2 doors - £2895
S1 and S2 doors - £2895
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Contact our sales team for your no obligation quote, including delivery!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.
Shipping container delivery
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 remembered when we purchased two containers from you a couple of years ago that I was pleased with the service then and this time was no exception, every thing was fantastic from start to finish. I will certainly be in touch should we need further containers, please pass my thanks to all who were involved as it a pleasure to do business with you."Ray Watkins, Broxbourne Sports Club
10th April 2024
order - a 3m Flat Pack Container
"Delivery was simple and efficient. Driver/crane operator knew exactly what he was doing.Delivery was simple and efficient. Driver/crane operator knew exactly what he was doing."Clare Spencer
2nd April 2024
order - a 4m Flat Pack Container
"Excellent service, i've had 8 containers from you now and never had any issues."Q3 Langley Academy
28th March 2024
order - a 10ft Used Shipping Container
"The container is very high standard."Bushcraft Company
20th March 2024
order - a New Once-Used 20ft Container
"Overall, an excellent service and product. Now that our container is built, it is proving to be vital for our needs at present. Thank you."Andrew Black
20th March 2024
order - a 3m Flat Pack Container
"Cory and the team were very friendly and efficient. Thank you"R B Cooke & Son
21st February 2024
order - a New 20ft Shipping Container
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
