Sheds are the ultimate storage accessory. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor space to house equipment on your jobsite or you’re in need of a commercial storage space with room to repair equipment and work on machinery, sheds offer a versatile, functional area just steps from your work area.
But how do you determine the right shed for your needs? In today’s shed market, prefabricated wood and plastic models reign supreme, but allow us to introduce another option: converting a shipping container into a storage shed.
At first glance, shipping containers seem like an odd choice for a shed, but nothing could be further from the truth. Let’s explore the reasons why shipping container sheds are the ultimate outdoor storage and space solution.
Shipping Container Storage Sheds
Sheds made from shipping containers are more stable than wooden and plastic models and offer endless customization opportunities.
In another life, container buildings transported some of the world’s heaviest cargo across oceans and through deserts, so they have the strength and durability required to keep your most valuable items safe and sound.
Shipping container sheds are portable, which makes them easy to transport. They’re also designed for easy loading and unloadingoJust think of container buildings as the MVPs of the commercial storage world.
What Are Container Buildings?
Container buildings, also referred to as container sheds, are storage units made from converted shipping containers. Yes, those shipping containers! In another life, container buildings transported some of the world’s heaviest cargo across oceans and through deserts, giving them the strength and durability required to keep your most valuable items safe and sound.
Container buildings are portable, which make them easy to transport. They’re also designed for easy loading and unloading. Just think of container buildings as the MVPs of the commercial storage world.
Sheds are the ultimate storage accessory. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor space to house equipment on your jobsite or you’re in need of a commercial storage space with room to repair equipment and work on machinery, sheds offer a versatile, functional area just steps from your work area.
But how do you determine the right shed for your needs? In today’s shed market, prefabricated wood and plastic models reign supreme, but allow us to introduce another option: converting a shipping container into a storage shed.
At first glance, shipping containers seem like an odd choice for a shed, but nothing could be further from the truth. Let’s explore the reasons why shipping container sheds are the ultimate outdoor storage and space solution.
Shipping Container Storage Sheds
Sheds made from shipping containers are more stable than wooden and plastic models and offer endless customization opportunities.
In another life, container buildings transported some of the world’s heaviest cargo across oceans and through deserts, so they have the strength and durability required to keep your most valuable items safe and sound.
Shipping container sheds are portable, which makes them easy to transport. They’re also designed for easy loading and unloadingoJust think of container buildings as the MVPs of the commercial storage world.
What Can You Store in a Storage Container Shed?
Mobile Mini sources shipping container sheds that are versatile and flexible enough to tackle any and all of your commercial storage needs. While our customers use these containers for various purposes, some of the more common items you’ll find inside include:
- Construction supplies
- Weather-sensitive items such as wood, stone, and brick
- High-value parts and supplies
- Excess retail inventory
- Small machinery
- Documents, records, and paperwork
- Sporting equipment
- Educational materials
- Computers and tech
One of the greatest benefits of our shipping container storage sheds is that they work for any and all industries. With their versatility and portability, these sheds are often used in:
- Agriculture
- Arts and Entertainment
- Construction
- Education
- Finance
- Healthcare
- Hospitality
- Retail
Whether you’re planning on using your shipping container storage shed to house documents, construction equipment, or medical supplies, these units give you the organization and security you need to keep your valuable items safe and sound 24/7/365.
Benefits of Shipping Container Buildings: The Only Storage Shed You Will Ever Need
Shipping containers almost always have an edge over storage sheds made of other materials. Here are a few reasons why shipping container sheds from Mobile Mini are the superior choice:
- Durability: Storage sheds are often made from wood or plastic, while shipping containers from Mobile Mini are constructed from 100% corrugated steel, one of the strongest metals on earth. It is naturally weatherproof and can withstand extreme temperatures and conditions without compromising its structural integrity. If you plan on using your shipping container storage shed on an active job site, this durability will really come into play and will help ensure the security of your materials and supplies.
- Stability: Mobile Mini container buildings are constructed from the world’s toughest steel, making them virtually weatherproof. It only takes one good storm to wreak havoc on a wooden or plastic shed; steel, on the other hand, says, “Bring it on, Mother Nature.”
- Protection from Bugs and Unwanted Visitors: Storage sheds are famously prone to mice, bugs, and other unwanted guests. This reality can become especially problematic when these pests start chewing through wires and wreaking havoc on expensive equipment. Since shipping containers are made from steel and feature sealed doors and seams, they are effective at keeping critters away from your belongings.
- Convenience: When you order your storage container from Mobile Mini, you get free delivery and an award-winning customer support team that ensures your unit is everything you need it to be. Free delivery means no trips to the store, no renting a vehicle large enough to accommodate materials or a prefabricated shed, and most importantly, no stress. We will bring your shipping container right to your door and make sure everything is exactly where you want it to be. If you have questions, our customer support team is always ready to help. It doesn’t get much better than that.
- No Installation: One of the biggest perks of using a shipping container storage shed is that they require no installation. While traditional sheds have installation times that range from a few hours to a few days, these units are simply placed where they’re needed and are immediately ready to use. This feature makes shipping containers a great choice for businesses that want to use their storage container right away instead of wasting time on installation.
- Space: Shipping containers tend to be more spacious than most storage sheds. At Mobile Mini, our shipping containers come in 10-foot to 40-foot options, with standard and extra-wide containers available. With such a wide range of sizes, you're guaranteed to find the dimensions that make the most sense for your business and storage needs. The shape of our shipping containers also comes into play here. With high ceilings all around, our containers make it easy to load and unload large and cumbersome items while giving you and your team plenty of space to move around. If you’re looking to store large or heavy equipment, storage container sheds are going to be your best bet. These containers are stronger than wood, making them suitable for housing industrial equipment and other heavy-duty items. Steel is also impenetrable, so you don’t have to worry about a rogue crane attachment or saw blade falling and cracking the floor.
- Security: When it comes to the security of your stored items, our shipping containers are as secure as they come. All of our premium storage units come standard with our tri-cam locking system. These patented security bars interlock and hinge in multiple places, providing virtually theft-proof security. We also offer a wide range of locks for rent alongside your order.
- Customization Options: You may be wondering how one converts a shipping container into a shed. It’s easier than you think, and the renovation process leaves a lot of room to make your new shed your own. When you buy a wooden or plastic shed, the design is pretty much decided for you. Container buildings can be configured in numerous ways to suit your needs:
- Storage Shed: If you plan to use your shipping container shed for commercial storage space, all you need are some partitions and shelving. Unlike prefabricated sheds, a storage container building gives you the option of placing your shelving or storage system(s) wherever you like, utilizing the space as you see fit. If you are using your shed to store large equipment and machinery, you can remove your installed shelves to create more room.
- Combination Repair Space/Storage Area: This is where storage container sheds really shine. Due to their size (standard units start at 10’ and extra-wide units start at 18’) and their bare-bones construction, shipping containers are easily customized. If you’re looking for a storage shed that provides space to work on broken or old equipment or to fix machinery, shipping container sheds are a great option. If you want to create a more comfortable workspace, you can install vinyl flooring with some cushion to protect knees and joints when you’re under a crane or plow. If you’re looking for some entertainment while you work, it’s easy to add furniture, radios, and even televisions, giving you everything you could need (or want!) in a workspace.
Need more space? Try stacking two shipping containers on top of each other to create a multilevel shed, or put two next to each other to double your space!
More Essential Than Ever
When we started this company in 1983, our goal was to be the best. After several decades, we think we’re doing pretty well in achieving that mission. We’re continuously looking for ways to improve the customer experience. To that end, we introduced the Mobile Mini Essentials program. With Essentials, you can select the add-ons and materials you need to get the most out of your storage unit. Our packages include:
- Storage Essentials: Lighting, shelving, and locks to enhance the utility, safety, and organization of your unit.
- Mobile Office Essentials: Office supplies, furniture, and appliances ensure that you have a work-ready mobile office from the moment you step foot in the door.
The best part of Essentials is that we make it easy to order these packages right alongside the rest of your storage, job site, and mobile office units. Just think of us as the one-stop shop your business has dreamed about.
More and more people are looking to shipping containers in the search for affordable, sustainable, and reliable space solutions. Storage container sheds offer stability and convenience that wooden and plastic structures just can’t compete with. We assure you that once you enter the world of shipping container sheds, your only question will be why you didn’t get one sooner.
As an added bonus, when it comes to commercial storage needs, Mobile Mini is hard to beat. Our entire business model is designed to get you what you need faster than our competitors and with less stress and headache. We work to deliver equipment as fast as humanly possible. Need your shed moved to another worksite? No problem; with Mobile Mini, it’s easy to coordinate relocation, pickup, and any other service you may need throughout your rental.
Mobile Mini: Built Different. Designed Better.
