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Refurbished Containers

Used containers that have been repaired, treated and repainted to order. The structural value of a used unit with a considerably better finish.

What this condition means

Refurbishment sits between used and one trip. The container starts as a used unit, is repaired where necessary, treated for corrosion and then repainted, often in a colour of your choosing. Door seals and locking gear are checked and replaced where needed, and the interior is cleaned out.

The result is a container that looks presentable enough for a visible location without carrying the price of a one trip unit. It is the usual answer for managed sites, commercial premises, residential settings and anywhere a rusty box would attract complaints. Cosmetics are improved but not guaranteed to be perfect; the honest description is tidy rather than showroom.

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Applications

Where this condition class fits

Managed and commercial sites

Storage that has to look acceptable on a property with tenants or customers.

Retail and hospitality

Back-of-house storage in view of the public.

Residential settings

A container that will not become a neighbourhood dispute.

Branded site storage

A clean base coat for livery, signage or corporate colours.

Buying considerations

What to check

  • Confirm what the refurbishment actually includes. Repaint, seals, floor and door gear are all separate items.
  • Colour choice is often available. Check lead time, as painting to order takes longer than shipping stock.
  • Wind and watertight condition is the substance; paint is the finish. Confirm both.
  • Refurbished units are usually sold for storage rather than export use unless the product page states a valid CSC plate.

Questions

Frequently asked

What does refurbished include?

Typically repair of damage, treatment of corrosion and a full repaint, with door seals and locking gear checked. The specific scope for each unit is described on its product page.

Can I choose the colour?

Several refurbished products are painted to order in a colour of your choice. Where that applies it is stated on the product page, and it usually adds to the lead time.

Is a refurbished container as good as a one trip unit?

Structurally it is a used container, so it will carry the history of its service life. Cosmetically it will look far better than an untouched used unit and cost considerably less than one trip stock.

Next step

Still deciding on condition?

The buyer guide explains new, one trip, used and refurbished in detail, including what to inspect and what each grade costs to own over time.

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