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15ft Shipping Containers - New and Used

We specialise in supplying 15ft shipping containers - the perfect in between size to 10ft and 20ft containers

As these containers are cut down containers, they are no longer restricted by traditional ISO regulations, making them the ideal storage unit. Many of our customers find a 10ft container often gets crammed to the rafters over time, but are reluctant to buy a 20ft container as it takes up too much space. To meet the demand for a size in between, we keep a regular supply of second hand and refurbished 15 foot containers in stock, available at prices that reflect both quality and value, as well as new 15 ft containers. We deliver nationwide to give you the cheapest rates available. We always hold stock in store if you're in a hurry!

15ft shipping containers are fabricated in our in-house workshop. Using our years of knowledge and experience, we are able to produce a quality container that combines all the advantages and strength of a shipping container with the convenient features of a storage container, and offer these with a choice of 4 door types to suit the different needs of our customers. Shipping containers are a preferred choice for storage units as they are designed to be strong, watertight, and with high weight tolerances and to keep the contents of the container dry and safe from break-ins.
Made from high density Corten steel with anti-rusting qualities, using a shipping container for storage will guarantee you a quality product that will last many years. 15ft shipping containers are popular to buy as an alternative to a traditional garden shed, as they offer better security and are small enough to be used in allotments, back gardens and school playing fields. A number of simple, low cost procedures, such as side doors, wood cladding and a sloping roof, can convert your metal box into an attractive unit that disguises the fact it's a shipping container! These features can also help with planning permission regulations.
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Used 15ft Containers

15ft used container S1 doors
15ft container S2 doors
15ft container S3 doors
15ft container S4 doors

New 15ft Containers

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

15 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 15 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 15ft shipping containers

Secure

Shipping containers are manufactured from 16 guage 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!

Popular Optional Extras

Free with ALL 15ft Shipping Containers

Lockbox

All 15ft containers come with a steel lockbox, which protects the padlock from tampering (usual retail price £75).

Repainting

The price of our 15ft 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.

15ft Container Dimensions

Container Type Length Width Height
15ft DV 15ft 8ft 8ft6
15ft High Cube 15ft 8ft 9ft6

If you are seeking exact dimensions and specifications for all sizes of containers, visit our Shipping and Storage Container Dimension Charts page.

See how adaptable the 15ft can be!

Converted

The 15ft makes a sound basis for container conversion projects. They can be easily modified to give you a decent sized portable office, catering unit or even a small retail outlet. We carry out a broad range of conversions to convert containers for any use!

15ft pop up stage

Flat pack option

Limited space or tricky access? flat pack containers start from 2m long and by joining this modular product together, you can create storage spaces of any size in any location.

Flat pack container 15ft long

Bespoke sizes

For wider units than 8ft, see our extra wide range. We can custom build containers of widths 10ft . Or if it's a narrow container you require, see our SlimLine® range range for widths below 8ft. Don't forget we can cut down to any length too. The choice is yours!

15ft extra wide container

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.
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"Excellent, friendly staff & very easy ordering process. EXCELLENT, thank you!"StairBox
22nd October 2024
order - a Used 40ft Container
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"All excellent for me, thanks."Nicholas B Poskitt, Osprey Caravan Park
17th October 2024
order - six Flat Pack Containers
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"The container is in situ and it is as new, just perfect. Your driver was amazing and made sure everything was spot on before he left. A company opposite us has four on site and ours makes them look very secondhand indeed. Thanks again. We have already had so really good comments and without doubt, if asked, we will give them your details."Alligator Dynamic Drapes
9th October 2024
order - a New 'once used' 16ft Container
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"Friendly, supporting, knowledgeable and kept us up to date."Aurora Severnside
6th September 2024
order - a 4m Flat Pack Containers
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"No issues from our order. From initial enquiry, drawings and plans to delivery, all went perfectly. Sales Team were very helpful and made changes from the original concept design to meet our own requirements without hesitation, would highly recommend to others."Bob Gardner, North Air
4th September 2024
order - a 10ft ModiBox Office
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"The flat packs we purchased (4 in total over two purchases) are very good quality, solid, spacious and blend into our outdoor space nicely."From The Vineyard School
28th August 2024
order - a 2m Flat Pack Containers
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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.
ISOQAR Approved
ISO Cert No. 13586-QNS-001
ISO 9001:2015
Member of MakeUK
Member of the Container Self Storage and Traders Association

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