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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
You may have heard about cool roof coatings or cool roof paint as a way to noticeably lower the temperature of your container. But what exactly are these coatings, how do they work, and how are they different than normal paint? As you might already know, one of the challenging parts of living or working […]| Discover Containers
If you’ve done any research into shipping container homes, you know that condensation is a common concern for a lot of people. It can even go by a few names, like container rain, container sweating, wall moisture, and others. It’s a technical topic that can be confusing, but our intention is to pull back the […]| Discover Containers
One of the most energy consuming processes affecting your shipping container home energy usage is the transfer of heat into and out of the building. Sometimes you want to purposefully move heat, and sometimes you want to slow its movement. Both cases are important and deserve your attention and planning when designing and building a […]| 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
There are a few unique characteristics to shipping container home construction when compared to more traditional construction techniques. One area where this is most apparent is the distinctive set of tools required to modify them. We receive a lot of questions about which tools, both power and hand operated, are needed when building your own shipping […]| Discover Containers
If you’ve been interested in shipping container homes for any length of time, you have probably noticed that there is a tremendous amount of information online. Unfortunately, not all of that information is helpful or even factual, despite what are probably good intentions from the people who write it. We’ve spotted and been asked about […]| Discover Containers
Many people are under the false belief that shipping containers are bulletproof and rustproof. While many general purpose shipping containers are made from Cor-ten steel, this does not mean that they are rustproof. Failing to protect your shipping containers from rust can spell big trouble when using them to construct a shipping container home. In […]| 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
Shipping container homes have really increased in popularity over the last few years. From tiny container homes to large 5 bedroom homes, it is quite interesting to watch this evolution. With this interest, there has also been a rise in the number of people offering advice. Unfortunately, we have read some poor advice and some inadequate […]| 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
It’s been several years since we first published an article on constructing with shipping containers. Since then we’ve grown in size and are now fortunate enough to have readers from all around the world. It’s a rare day now when a reader doesn’t get in touch to ask us a question or just to say […]| Discover Containers
This trend of constructing with shipping containers isn’t surprising considering that container homes are Eco-friendly, affordable, and incredibly strong. When you look at examples of shipping container homes, you find homes that were built extremely fast and for a small amount of money. However, there are also examples of container homes that have failed because […]| Discover Containers
Lots of people come to our site and see shipping container homes and fall in love with how incredible they look and also how affordable they are. But they always want to know if living in a shipping container home is safe. We get emails from mothers asking if a shipping container home is safe […]| Discover Containers
Ventilating your container home goes almost hand-in-hand with adequate insulation. Without proper ventilation, your shipping container may experience a variety of liveability issues. including stale air, rust, and condensation. Ventilation is even more important when we consider tiny shipping container homes which are less than 600 square feet because any ventilation issue is enhanced due […]| 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
The choice of whether to add a roof to your container or not is made up of both personal preference for the style and also the cost. Clearly, not roofing your container will save you money initially. However, in the long run installing a roof and insulating it could save you money in energy bills. […]| Discover Containers
You may have seen our previous post about strategies to keep your shipping container home cool during the summer. Now we will look at how to heat your shipping container home during the winter. Although shipping container homes are awesome, they aren’t magical. During the winter, just like any other building, they can get cold. Here […]| Discover Containers
If you are fortunate enough to live in a warm climate then during the summer months you may find your shipping container home gets a little too warm, just like any other home. What can you do about this? You could always just install air conditioning. But we have put together a list of other […]| Discover Containers
Almost every container project design is going to require cutting a container in some form or fashion. Whether you're adding windows, doors, or just expanding| Discover Containers
Shipping container building codes differ around the world. Learn how to navigate the confusion by understanding who controls what and what things are important.| Discover Containers
Shipping container dimensions and sizes for normal 40ft and 20ft containers, plus the more rare sizes and varieties like pallet-wide and 48ft| Discover Containers