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13 Creative Shipping Container Roof Ideas For Building Projects

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Apr 16, 2025

Shipping container roofs can transform simple steel containers into functional, durable, and stylish structures. Whether you’re repurposing a container for a home, garage, office, commercial space, or workshop, the correct roof design is essential. Here are few types of shipping container buildings with unique roof designs: Homes and cabins benefit from sloped or gable roofs […]

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Create a Container Conference Room With a Storage Container

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Dec 16, 2024

If you’re planning to modify a shipping container in Seattle, the possibilities are endless when you buy from a trusted provider. At Dry Box, we specialize in providing high-quality shipping containers tailored to the Seattle market, offering not only durable products but also a knowledgeable support team to guide your project from start to finish. […]

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Top Reasons to Choose Shipping Containers for Seasonal Overflow

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Dec 09, 2024

If you own a retail store, you know you don’t need all your inventory all the time. What do you do with all that excess inventory in the off-season? The solution is to rent a storage container or buy a shipping container to securely store the stuff you don’t need right now. You’re busy enough […]

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15 Creative Shipping Container Modifications You Need to Try

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Dec 06, 2024

Did you know there are a lot of creative shipping container modifications you can do? You probably think of freight transport when you think of shipping containers, right? As practical as shipping containers are within the freight industry, they’re also used in many innovative ways. Shipping containers are economical, sustainable, and affordable storage, entertainment, and […]

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Top 7 Benefits of Adding Roll Up Storage Doors to Your Shipping Container

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Dec 04, 2024

When it comes to storage solutions, shipping containers have become a go-to for their durability and versatility. But let’s face it. A standard container door isn’t always the easiest thing to handle, especially if you’re looking to get in and out quickly.  That’s where a roll up storage doors can make all the difference. Just […]

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How to Put Electricity In a Shipping Container: 4 Steps

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Nov 11, 2024

Do you want to know how to put electricity in a shipping container? Whether converting a shipping container into a cozy living space, office, or storage unit, you’ll need to understand how to put electricity in a shipping container. Proper electrical installation ensures you’ll have the power you need for lighting, appliances, and heating while […]

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Creating a Shipping Container Man Cave

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Nov 04, 2024

Ever dreamt of having your own personal space to relax, entertain, or escape? A shipping container man cave could be your answer! Forget costly renovations or bulky outdoor sheds—shipping containers offer a durable, customizable, and affordable alternative. At Dry Box, we specialize in transforming standard shipping containers into unique, private retreats tailored to your vision. […]

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How to Install Plumbing In a Shipping Container: 6 Steps

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Sep 21, 2023

Shipping container homes are a unique and sustainable housing option. However, installing plumbing correctly in a shipping container is crucial for functionality and comfort. Before interior construction begins, you must plan how to put plumbing in a shipping container. Properly installed plumbing in shipping container homes ensures freshwater supply and wastewater removal. When it comes […]

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A Guide to Shipping Container Lighting

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Jan 27, 2023

Whether you have purchased a shipping container for storage or as a mobile office, you will need adequate levels of lighting on the inside and outside. How much and what kind of lighting you choose will depend on the intended purpose of the container. While your first thoughts for modification may be of shelving, climate […]

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Why Are Shipping Containers in Spokane so Great For Home Storage?

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Mar 27, 2022

Are you looking for shipping containers in Spokane for your home storage? Is your home cluttered with stuff? Are your closets so packed with clothing and shoes that you can’t even close the door? Do you leave your car out in the driveway because you have too many things in the garage? Sounds like you […]

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7 Powerful Benefits of Opening a Retail Shipping Container

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Sep 30, 2021

So, you’re an entrepreneur looking to break out on your own, huh? Congratulations on embracing a new career of launching a retail store business. But you’re young, you’re new to the biz, and you don’t have much money to spend on renting a large space. This is a great reason to develop a retail shipping […]

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6 Reasons to Consider a Temporary Office Container

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Jun 28, 2021

With many people throughout the country still working from home at least part time, the need for office space on the home front is still on the rise. If you don’t have an extra room in your home, such as a guest room or finished basement, it can be tough getting any work done in […]

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