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9 Shipping Container Workshop Design Ideas

Date: August 30, 2024

With living space being at a premium, more and more people are looking for creative ways to expand their work and storage space. Enter the shipping container! Containers are built for efficiency and they're endlessly adaptable making them the perfect choice for a workshop.

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How Much Do Shipping Container Homes Cost?

Date: August 14, 2024

Shipping containers these days aren't just for shipping goods. They can become sports stadiums, event seating, shopping malls, pop-up venues — and homes.  More and more people are building container homes. They're low-cost, customisable, and even have a smaller carbon footprint on average than conventional homes.

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Benefits of Owning a Shipping Container Holiday Home

Date: July 19, 2024

A shipping container holiday home is made from a repurposed steel cargo carrier. Because shipping containers are designed to be portable, you can build your holiday home almost anywhere—and even move it around!

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Shipping Container Garage Benefits & Considerations

Date: June 27, 2024

A shipping container garage provides a flexible and affordable way to store and protect vehicles. These garages can be customised for any size, from a small single-car space to a large area for several of your cherished rides.

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How to Insulate a Shipping Container?

Date: June 13, 2024

It’s becoming increasingly important to insulate shipping containers, especially if they're being used as a place to live or work. Proper insulation helps make sure that the inside of the container stays comfortable, no matter the weather outside.

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Shipping Container Foundations: Getting the Base Right for Your Shipping Container

Date: May 22, 2024

It’s not enough to simply place your shipping container on the ground you intend to use. A stable and durable foundation is essential for ensuring your container remains secure with structural integrity. 

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Are Shipping Containers Safe to Live In?

Date: May 7, 2024

Many people are turning to shipping containers as affordable options to build a home. Not only can they be very cost-effective, but they are also durable and highly customisable. From structural integrity, to build quality, fire resistance, and more - we’ll cover all the bases to give you peace of mind. 

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Shipping Containers on Private Land: Can You Put a Shipping Container on Your Property?

Date: April 29, 2024

If you are lucky enough to have some spare land that you are looking to make use of, then a shipping container can be the perfect way to add another building to your property. This could be for extra storage, or perhaps an additional residential building that could be rented out. 

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What Is a Shipping Container Pool & How Much Does It Cost?

Date: April 16, 2024

People around the world transform shipping containers into incredible homes, functional office spaces and unusual entertainment venues. However, a new trend is beginning to take hold, with an increasing number of people using shipping containers to create their very own swimming pools.

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Shipping Container Sheds: Why Use a Shipping Container As a Shed

Date: February 29, 2024

In recent years, shipping containers have gained popularity as an alternative to traditional garden sheds for outdoor storage solutions. Many people are turning to buying shipping containers to use as sheds because of the issues they face with traditional sheds, such as weather damage and lack of space.  With a noticeable rise in interest and

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