New dry storage shed shipping container?

[Demkog]

As we all know the hunt for more room is on going, and I have started to wish I had more room. Their are defiantly things that could be in a cold storage for the winter I just want them to be safe and dry. I have a friend that uses a shipping container the only problem is, it is ugly and i don't think i could sell the better half on it, with out making it look better.

I was thinking some thing like this
http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/pole-barn-ideas-suggestions-please.851792/page-2
post 34

put some solar panels onto for battery charging and lights and maybe a vent fan in the summer.

have any of you done a container garage/shed and made them look good. I remember seeing one that was very big on GJ.

 

[kbs2244]

A roof with eves will do a lot to change the box shape of a shipping container.
(It will also make it more rain tight.)

 

[Jlarson]

We do that on long term construction sites, we paint the containers a light tan and then build a shade cover between them. Doing the same thing but with a nice wood and shingled or metal roof should make it visually acceptable.

 

[Cyberbear]

A shipping container is a very easy way to obtain needed extra space and a little imagination can make all the difference. Try searching online for examples.

 

[R6 Racer]

Some pics 4 ya!
I think they're fairly easy to disguise, even cheaper if all you want it for is storage.
The floors will "off gas" ** toxic fumes, & should not be used for plant or food storage or for prolonged stays by living beings (like pets & people)!
**(I think off gassing is the correct term, correct me if I'm wrong & you know)

The floors can be sealed on the inside & all the off gassing will happen outside & underneath. That can be a little costly but they can be made into sweet little guest houses or even better a nice secluded little workshop. If you make it into guest accommodations, don't put in a bathroom. If your guests have to go from one building to another to use the facilities they wont be to tempted to overstay their welcome

You should (I think) do something for the roof. Without something they cam be stupid hot inside on a hot summer day.. Hot enough to ruin some things.

I found a site that gives, what I think, is the best breakdown on container building out there. http://www.tincancabin.com/ Check it out, let me knowwhat you think.

Steve

 

[matt_i]

I can see the potential for clashing with a local building inspector, just being non-traditional. That said, a few conversations up front would save a lot of headache later. Attaching the wood framing to the metal structure would be one detail to plan carefully on.

I think the roof would be great, basically a radiant barrier during summer. But I would think also cold in the winter due to metal = fast conduction. Fine for storage, not as good for a working area.