In this article, we’ve compiled a huge assortment of shipping container statistics related not only to container houses but the equipment, companies, and processes used to build and move them. Let’s dig in! Shipping Container Home Statistics Container homes are often the most popular application of shipping containers, so it’s a great place to start […]| Discover Containers
The true genius shown by the invention of shipping containers is their standardization. Containers made at different times, by different companies, in different places can still fit together perfectly. And this is no accident. The shipping container ecosystem is governed by requirements that determine almost everything about them. In a previous article, we covered all […]| Discover Containers
Let’s face it, the fact that a website like Discover Containers exists is evidence that containers are unique! Whether you want to do something different just to stand out, or because you believe there is a better way, shipping container architecture can help. We divide the idea of uniqueness into style and layout. Style is the […]| Discover Containers
A key advantage of shipping containers is their toughness, stability, and longevity, which together we call strength. This strength is noticeably different from most conventional construction methods. Depending on your design and intended usage, increased strength may not seem very important to you. But for many potential container-based homeowners, this strength is an important differentiator. […]| Discover Containers
We’re often asked about refrigerated shipping containers, commonly known in the shipping industry as reefer containers. As we’ve already discussed, one of the primary issues encountered when building a container home is adding insulation. Without insulation, your container will be noisy and, more importantly, uncomfortably warm or cold depending on your climate. Refrigerated shipping containers […]| Discover Containers
One of the most important steps in a container project is purchasing the right shipping containers. Cargo containers form the backbone of your building, serving as the walls, floor, roof, and overall structural support. While you may think that containers are so strong and interchangeable, any of them will work, the decision of what quality […]| Discover Containers
One of the most often asked questions that we receive is “Should I remove the floor in my shipping container?” When converting shipping containers into a home or office, one of the easiest ways to save money is to keep the container’s original flooring. However, the main concern with using the existing floor is safety. Typically the […]| Discover Containers
With shipping container homes, seeing is often believing. By showcasing a wide variety of custom container home designs, we hope you will better understand what’s possible with container homes across sizes and price levels. This article is our chance to highlight the creativity and craftsmanship you’ll find in the best shipping container houses around the […]| Discover Containers
Most people take the existence of shipping containers for granted. Yes, you occasionally see them stacked up at ports, but it’s easy to forget that almost every consumer product you use was probably moved via shipping containers. You only need to go back a few decades to find a time when there were no shipping […]| Discover Containers
Insulation is the material that separates you and your comfortable room of conditioned air from the extreme temperatures outdoors. When thinking through how to insulate a shipping container, there are quite a few options with their own pros and cons. You likely need insulation for your shipping container home, but what kind of insulation is […]| Discover Containers
Figuring out how to find and purchase shipping containers is a unique challenge, even if you already know what kind of containers you want. For first-time container buyers, the difficulty is only magnified. Shipping container prices are often difficult to find online without some extra legwork, and there are many different kinds of sellers with […]| Discover Containers
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