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What are OOG Containers? Out of Gauge Cargo Explained

Date: August 31, 2025

But what happens when your items or equipment don’t quite fit? That’s when you’re dealing with out-of-gauge cargo — oversized loads that require a different approach.

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Can you Live in a Shipping Container? Our Guide to Container Living

Date: August 18, 2025

In recent years, shipping containers have taken the world by storm as a creative and practical solution for living spaces, gaining popularity even in the UK.

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backyard shipping container hangout

Creative Backyard Shipping Container Ideas to Transform your Outdoor Area

Date: July 27, 2025

You can use shipping containers for anything from home cinemas to hot tub enclosures, greenhouses, and games rooms. And getting started with a container conversion may be much easier than you think.

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How to Install a Door in a Shipping Container

Date: June 30, 2025

Did you know you can install a door pretty much anywhere on a shipping container? And it doesn’t have to be a standard door either; you can have custom doors made and fitted to your unit as well.

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floors inside a shipping container

Shipping Container Floors: Types, Benefits and Considerations

Date: June 17, 2025

With so many different types of shipping container floors to choose from, picking the right one can make a big difference. It not only helps keep the floor itself in great condition but also plays a big role in how long your container will last overall.

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Shipping container mushroom farm

Shipping Container Mushroom Farms: Everything to Know About Growing Mushrooms in a Shipping Container

Date: May 31, 2025

Shipping container farming is one of the cheapest and most versatile ways to try new farming methods. And mushrooms are one of the most popular crops to grow in containers. 

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Shipping container tack room

Shipping Container Tack Room: The Ultimate Storage Solution for Equestrians

Date: May 20, 2025

Tack rooms are an often underrated yet essential area for keeping your equipment in tip-top condition, and a shipping container provides the perfect solution.

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Shipping container converted into a she shed

She Shed Ideas to Inspire Your Creativity and Relaxation

Date: March 31, 2025

Most of us have heard the term “man cave”, but what about a homely escape for women? Enter the “she shed”. Whether used for relaxation, creative hobbies, or an inspiring workspace, shipping container she sheds are a great idea.

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Shipping Container Car Storage: What to Know About Storing a Car in a Shipping Container

Date: March 14, 2025

Instead of leaving your vehicles on the drive or taking up space in the garage, storing your car in a shipping container is a viable option for many, offering the opportunity for both short and long-term storage. 

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Buried shipping container

Buried Shipping Containers: Can You Do It and What Are They Used For?

Date: February 28, 2025

The biggest reason for shipping containers being so popular is because space is at a premium, especially in urban areas. More and more people are choosing to bury shipping containers for secure, weatherproof storage that doesn't take up space.

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