There’s something magical about a shipping container that allows for unlimited creativity. Empty steel shells can be converted into highly practical, off-grid, sustainable homes by considering storage, partitions, appliances, and furnishings—and they can look great while doing it. You generally have two options when it comes to making the interior of your shipping container home […]
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Everything You Need to Know About Shipping Container Foundation Preparation
Any structure will only be as solid and stable as the foundation upon which it sits. Buildings and homes need to have solid, flat foundations, but if you are going to place large shipping containers on a property, whether temporarily or permanently, you will also need to ensure that it has a solid, flat foundation. […]
Keep Your Shipping Container Safe and Secure With These 8 Lock Options
If you rent or own a shipping container, then protecting the contents from theft or vandalism should be a main priority. Shipping containers in Toronto are used for various purposes, from building a shipping container home to storing prized possessions. Even though shipping containers are made out of sturdy steel and metal, you might think […]
Things to Know When Working With a Container Modification Company
Are you looking to hire a container modification company for your business or personal project? At first, it might seem like an overwhelming process. But once you get prepared and do a little bit of legwork, working with a container modification company comes with many benefits. At Secure Container Solutions, we want to assure you […]
7 Ways to Keep Your Shipping Container Cool in the Summer
Whether you rent or own a shipping container, when summer comes around it can get mighty hot in there. Depending on the contents you have stored in your shipping container, the scorching weather could damage your items, causing you major costs and inconvenience. Since shipping containers are made out of steel, they absorb heat from […]
Shipping Container Repair and Maintenance 101
When you own a 20ft shipping container, your hope is that it lasts for many years to come. Although shipping containers look like unbreakable metal boxes, they do go through a series of knocks and harsh weather conditions, eventually leading to natural wear and tear. At Secure Container Solutions, we have a large selection of […]
What to Check for When Buying or Renting a Shipping Container
With the versatility and affordability of shipping containers, many businesses are planning to either purchase or rent one. Shipping containers in Ontario can be used for a range of applications, including transportation of commodities, short-term or long-term storage, refrigeration, mobile office or business spaces as modified structures, and many more. Although shipping containers are readily […]
What Can You Fit Inside a Shipping Container?
It’s quite easy to arrange for a storage container rental. Depending on the company you’re working with, you will likely have access to both new and used standard shipping containers with a length of either 20 feet or 40 feet. You may also opt for a high cube shipping container that offers greater height, or […]
How to Avoid Shipping Container Scams
Modified shipping containers have become an exciting trend introducing hundreds of possibilities for both residential and commercial use. With this rise in interest, the prospect of owning converted shipping containers shouldn’t be a cause for concern. However, according to the CBC, the shipping container business has become the target of increasing container fraud. These companies […]
Using a Shipping Container as a Pool: Pros and Cons
Over the last few years, modified shipping containers have become quite popular in modern architecture, including the design of swimming pools. Featuring massage jets, LED lighting, and a generally elegant appearance, a modular swimming pool can become the focal point of your backyard without the immense resources needed for an inground pool. Converting a shipping […]