14ft Shipping Containers - New and Used
Containers Direct produce odd sized containers, with a wide range of product options and extras to make storage a smoother task.
Standard sized shipping containers are 20ft or 40ft long, and make excellent storage units, but will require cutting down if you need any other size. For more information on this process, see our article Cut Down Containers. 14ft containers are a good 'in between' size, as they are roomy enough to store a good quantity, but won't take up too much space in situ. After we have made the cut to produce a 14ft container, we then offer a choice of doors to complete your container, specifically designed to meet different requirements.Please note cut down containers are not suitable for shipping, stacking or lifting when loaded. They can be modified upon request if these conditions are required.
Second Hand Containers
Used shipping containers generally have over 10 years of service on shipping lines which results in considerable evidence of use, plenty of surface rust and knocks and dents. Containers Direct specialise in upcycling used shipping containers to give them new lease of life. The manufacturing process for a shipping container is very carbon intensive so the longer useful life we can give them, the better!
Once-Used Containers
New shipping containers, sometimes called once-used containers, are manufactured in factories in China and shipped to the UK with cargo inside. New containers are often the choice for projects where a longer lifespan is required.
The Build Process
14 foot containers with S2 doors can be delivered direct from our depots across the UK. This means our customers get the quickest and cheapest delivery rates from strategic locations to cover all areas including: London, Southampton, Glasgow, Birmingham, Newport, Manchester and Felixstowe.Built by us - new doors and cut downs
Containers requiring work before delivery are dispatched from our own fabrication depot. Work includes any optional extras or fitting new doors from our range, which involves the cutting down process. For example 40ft shipping containers cut down into two 14 ft long sections are completed using high gauge steel formed into corrugated metal panels which are fully seam welded on to create two new containers. For customers needing something smaller, the same process also yields a 10ft shipping containers for sale.Our production methods are second to none! Learn more about how cut down containers are made. Learn More
Benefits of 14ft shipping containers
Secure
Shipping containers are manufactured from 16 gauge Corten steel making them strong and secure.
Versatile
Our in-house depot can modify and convert shipping containers for a variety of different uses.
Portable
Shipping containers benefit from being portable, meaning you can move them when needed.
Customisable
With an extensive range of optional extras to choose from, have your container modified to suit you.
Guarantee
We offer all our shipping containers with a 12 month guarantee for your peace of mind.
Request a Quick Quote!
Contact our sales team for your no obligation quote, including delivery!Our quality guarantee
All our new and used 15ft shipping containers for sale are quality checked or refurbished to ensure they are structurally sound and watertight before they are released for sale at a competitive price. To further assure our customers of the highest standards in the industry, we only select good quality containers, and all of our 15ft second hand shipping containers come with a 12 month warranty and our new 15ft containers with a 3 year warranty.An industry leading range of optional extras to choose from
In an industry dominated by re-sellers and agents, we are lucky to have our own in-house production facilities. This enables us to offer an industry leading range of useful upgrades and optional extras. Used shipping containers can vary in terms of cosmetic appearance, however our recommended exterior repaint will help cover any cosmetic damage and wear and tear. New 15ft shipping containers will have less cosmetic wear and tear, but can still be repainted if a specific colour is required or desired!
Free with ALL 14ft Shipping Containers
Lockbox
All 14ft containers come with a steel lockbox, which protects the padlock from tampering (usual retail price £75).
Repainting
The price of our 14ft used containers includes exterior repainting with specialist rubberised container paint, in a choice of standard RAL colours. Please note, for very light or bright paint options there is a supplementary charge.
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.
"Excellent Customer Service from the enquiry to delivery. Thank you!"Paul Vaines Engineering Services
30th June 2025
order - a New 'Once-Used' 20ft Container and a New 'Once-Used' 40ft Container
"The container was in excellent condition and the delivery driver was really helpful. The sales team processed my sale quickly and were efficient."Getting Better Together
25th June 2025
order - two Used 20ft Containers
"All was great, from initial contact to delivery. Fantastic driver who navigated our limited access brilliantly. Very professional."Nakedesign Packaging Solutions Ltd
16th June 2025
order - a Used 10ft Container
"Always informative and look to achieve our requirements and lead times. Great communicators and they keep you updated on progress etc. Highly recommended by us!"Georgina Grace Limited
6th June 2025
order - six 3m and 4m Flat Pack Store Containers
"Excellent communication and great delivery drivers. Good product at a fair price."FM Conway Ltd
5th June 2025
order - a 'Once-Used' 10ft Container
"Excellent service from point of order. Communication was great on delivery and a thorough search of the area to make sure delivery was possible without unexpected problems. The driver was great, he rang an hour before and was pleasant and cheery on the phone."Red Kite Special Academy
29th May 2025
order - a 20ft ModiBox® Container
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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
