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Functional Shipping Container Shelving Ideas

Date: October 1, 2024

Shipping containers can be used for anything from storage to a home office, holiday home, or workshop. However you use your container, you'll want to maximise the space. Custom shelving means that you can store more in your container - as well as creating a unique look and ambience.

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4 Benefits of Shipping Containers For Various Uses

Date: September 28, 2024

The advantages of shipping containers have made them increasingly popular in recent years - and it’s easy to see why! These sturdy, versatile structures are no longer just for transporting goods across oceans; they’re now being repurposed for a wide array of applications.

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Unusual Uses for Shipping Containers: 43 Creative Shipping Container Ideas

Date: September 27, 2024

Offering incredible versatility, durability, and mobility, shipping containers have become hugely popular in recent times. Both businesses and individuals are using shipping containers in a variety of innovative ways.

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Connecting Shipping Containers: How to Join Shipping Containers Together

Date: September 20, 2024

Many container conversion projects start with joining two containers together. Connecting multiple containers gives you all the benefits of a conversion, with extra space for storage, work, or play. Before you go ahead and start welding containers together, here's everything you need to know about connecting containers for more space.

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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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