Speak "Yes" To These 5 Containers For Sale UK Tips

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Speak "Yes" To These 5 Containers For Sale UK Tips

Containers For Sale - Find the Best Deals on Shipping Containers

Find the top containers for sale in the UK from a range of suppliers. Find the best containers for sale in the UK, whether you are seeking 20ft high cubes, or standard cargo-worthy units.

The all-in-one container trading platform xChange connects you to sellers in over 2,500+ locations across the globe. Search for prices and availability now.

Shipping Containers

Containers for sale are sturdy, secure and offer a cost-effective way of creating more storage space for your home or business. They are available in different sizes and can be linked together with link kits to create larger storage areas. They are also great for outdoor use, and can shield your items from the rain and other elements of the weather. Before buying a shipping container, check its condition and select the right size to meet your needs. You can select the high-cube container which is taller than standard containers and has more space for storage.

Shipping containers have become the most popular choice for a wide range of purposes due to their flexibility and portability. They are made of steel and are waterproof and wind-proof, making them suitable for safe transport across all kinds of transport. They can be loaded with cargo on the back of trucks in the Far East, lifted onto a train and transported across the sea to arrive at their destination on UK shores. They can then be trucked to the customer's location which is where they can be unloaded and utilized as a shed workshop, office or whatever the owner wants them to be used for.

When it comes to choosing a container buyers can choose between of buying new or second-hand units. The second-hand containers are less expensive and will last for years of service if kept in good condition. If you prefer, you can choose a brand new container with a guarantee that will provide you with peace of mind and will provide better value for your money. They also have a higher resale price and are fitted with double doors, making it easier to access your items.

small shipping containers for sale  for containers vary, so it's important to keep up-to-date with the current market trends. For example, in London a 20ft cargo-worthy container costs around $2,000. You can also purchase 40ft high cube containers for $1,820 in Leeds or PS1,775 in Southampton.

Container xChange lets you connect with sellers around the world to compare offers and locate the container that best meets your needs. Our one-stop trading platform has more than 100,000 containers spread across over 2,500 locations including the UK. Compare prices, browse offers and trade for no commission!

Storage Containers


The enormous strength and durability of shipping containers makes them an excellent storage unit. They are also great for transformations, from container office to gyms and custom homes. Containers Direct's team Containers Direct work with second-hand shipping containers that have been reclaimed from their working lives on the international shipping fleet, giving them a new lease on life as storage containers that have been repurposed or converted into something completely different. Their depots include standard and high-cube shipping containers, both in a 'one-trip' condition. They are all wind- and watertight and have a pair of double doors at one end. They are also checked to ensure they comply with ISO standards and do not have any major dents or dings.

Converted Containers

Shipping containers are being used for a wide range of new applications. These robust and secure structures originally designed for life at sea, can be swiftly and easily adapted to fit an array of new applications while minimizing the cost to budgets. From a shipping container office to a gym for your home, container conversions provide an alternative to traditional building projects.

Converted shipping containers are great for pop-up shops and catering units. They are a low-cost and eye-catching alternative that can be taken to places that traditional cafes and bars aren't able to. From high street favourites to artisanal sellers, these mobile retail spaces are quick to set up and easy to move.

Containers Direct can create a large variety of custom-built containers to meet your requirements. Our team will work with you to bring your ideas to life whether it's a basic shell or a fully-fitted workshop with insulation, electricals, and welfare facilities. This is evident in the high percentage of repeat business and excellent customer service that we provide. We employ the most modern CAD technology to design and build modifications on our own, so you can count on a rapid and cost-effective services.