Shipping containers can be more than just what they are. Their versatility is mostly due to the sufficient space within their modular shape. They are easily stackable, refurbished, and even arranged into buildings with fascinating geometric patterns. To someone with a creative eye, shipping containers tend to look like giant pieces of Lego blocks that can be arranged to form useful structures.
This novelty is also another reason why many folks have been enticed to look for used storage containers for sale on a quest to repurpose them into something else. It’s not just a simple fad too, because those who have jumped on this repurposing trend have so far proven its viability and practicality. If you want to get on board, here are some ideas you can consider for the project.
Garage
Storage containers have enough space to actually fit a couple of cars. This should be a great alternative solution to building a separate structure in your property just so you can have a safe and secure place to put your vehicles in. This is going to be a much better setup than just leaving your cars outside at the mercy of the outdoor elements and inclement weather.
It’s up to you if you’re going to customize the container inside to further dress it up for functionality. You can add in shelves so you’ll have additional space to organize your garage things in, such as spare tires and other work tools. Lights, vent systems, and insulation are options you can take too, especially if you intend to put in a workspace inside. If you like it simple with no other installations whatsoever, then you can just leave it as is.
Mobile Garden
It can be difficult to leave a property and move into a new one especially when you’ve invested precious time and energy nurturing your own garden. If you use a storage container, however, it may be possible for you to be able to take it with you. Using a shipping container for a garden is also perfect for those who live in the city and do not have the luxury of a yard to work on.
You can grow herbs, vegetables, or even fresh flowers in your container shed. You will need to do some serious modifications for it, though, such as adding in LED lights and plumbing to help facilitate the growth of the plants. There are contractors who are familiar with this process anyway, so it shouldn’t be too hard to find help for it. You can DIY it too if you think you’ve got the skills to pull it off.
Swimming Pool
Thanks to their modular shape, shipping containers can easily be converted into a swimming pool. Don’t worry too much about your pool being too deep because you can have the containers modified and adjusted accordingly to your preferences anyway. The important thing is that you already have a ready structure to have your pool.
You can choose between putting it above-ground or in-ground. Each would have their own pros and cons, of course, details of which you can sort out with your contractor.
Personal Gym
If you’ve got the resources but not the space for an indoor gym, why not take it outside? Storage containers can be fitted to become your very own workout haven. Insulation, lighting, and ventilation are all going to be important elements to make it a viable location for you to sweat it out. It shouldn’t take much fussing, though, because you’ll only really need to put your workout equipment inside. You can even add artificial turf down the length of the container so you can keep doing your running exercises even when the weather wouldn’t permit it.
These are just some of the creative things you can do to make use of shipping containers. Find a reputable supplier to work with, such as Equipment Management Services, so you can get the one most suited for your needs.
Sources:
Top 26 Innovative uses of Shipping Containers. MarineInsight.com.
Shipping Container Garage Ideas & Photos. Houzz.com.
