Professional Shipping Container Painting and Repainting 

Give your container a new lease of life with our expert shipping container painting services. Whether you’re refreshing a single unit or respraying a full fleet, our purpose-built spray booth and professional coatings deliver a smooth, durable finish that stands the test of time.

Why Choose Container Painting?

A professional paint job does more than improve appearance – it’s an investment in protection and performance. Our service helps you:

  • Prevent rust and corrosion caused by rain and condensation.
  • Protect against sun damage, fading, and peeling.
  • Extend the lifespan of both new and used containers.
  • Create a smart, professional look for events, retail, or branded business use.
  • Add resale value by restoring containers to a high standard.
Weathered red steel shipping container with visible rust marks and white printed text including weight specifications and the brand name ‘K Line.’ The container has double doors with metal locking bars and is placed on an outdoor gravel surface near an industrial area with fencing and stacked containers in the background under a cloudy sky.
A person wearing protective gear and a respirator using a power tool to sand or grind the surface of a red shipping container door. The container has visible vertical locking bars and faded text reading ‘K LINE’ at the top. Bright sunlight illuminates the scene, with parts of other containers visible in the background.
A person wearing protective gear and a respirator spray-painting a green shipping container door with visible weight and capacity markings in white text.
Green steel shipping container with corrugated sides and closed double doors, placed on a gravel surface outdoors with other containers visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

Industry-Standard Spray Booth 

Our facility includes one of the UK’s few large spray painting booths built specifically for containers. With filtered air circulation, heated application, and temperature-controlled baking cycles, we provide consistent, long-lasting results across 20ft, 40ft, and custom-built units. 

Freshly spray-painted green shipping container inside a paint booth, with both the main door and double cargo doors open, showing a clean interior. The booth walls are covered with protective sheets, and the floor has green overspray.
A person wearing a white protective suit, orange gloves, and a respirator is sanding the surface of a green shipping container inside a paint booth.
A person wearing protective coveralls, gloves, and a respirator is spraying paint onto a vertical surface inside a paint booth. A red ladder and bright work lights are visible in the background, along with green protective sheets covering the walls.

Custom Paint Finishes

Every project is different. That’s why we offer a wide range of options, including: 

  • RAL and BS colour-matched resprays for precision branding. 
  • Single-pack and two-pack coatings to suit durability and budget. 
  • Marine-grade and protective finishes for demanding environments. 
  • Custom colour schemes and logo applications for brand visibility. 
Bright turquoise steel shipping container with corrugated sides and closed double doors featuring silver locking bars. The container is placed indoors on a concrete floor within a large industrial workshop with corrugated metal walls and overhead lighting.
Vibrantly painted shipping container café with multicolored geometric and wavy patterns, featuring an open serving hatch and door, located in an urban outdoor setting.
Six bright yellow shipping containers lined up side by side in front of a matching yellow industrial building, placed on a black asphalt surface.

Container Branding & Vinyl Stickers  

A freshly painted container creates the perfect base for branding. We offer a full container branding service, helping you turn your unit into a professional, customer-facing asset. 

Our branding options include: 

  • Vinyl stickers and decals – Durable, weatherproof graphics applied to containers for logos, slogans, or contact details. 
  • Full or partial vinyl wraps – Ideal for event containers, retail units, and promotional spaces that need maximum visual impact. 
  • Custom paint and branding combinations – Match your paint colour to your brand palette, then add vinyl graphics for a professional finish. 
  • Vinyl container branding is cost-effective, long-lasting, and easy to update if your business changes its look in the future. Combined with our high-quality paint finishes, it ensures your container not only performs well but also represents your brand to the highest standard. 
Black steel shipping container with large white ‘UNDO’ branding on the side, featuring two windows and external air conditioning units mounted on brackets. The container is placed outdoors on a concrete surface, with other stacked containers visible in the background under a clear sky.
Bright orange shipping container converted into a café with open double doors featuring decorative panels, set up outdoors at an event with people entering and sitting nearby.
White 20ft shipping container with ‘Direct Air’ branding, placed inside an industrial warehouse with corrugated metal walls and concrete flooring.
Large pink 40ft shipping container with ‘Drop & Grow from LettUs Grow’ branding, positioned outdoors on concrete blocks near a building with trees in the background.

Container Painting in the Midlands & Beyond

Based in the West Midlands, we provide specialist container painting and repainting across Great Britain through our dedicated paint booth and nationwide depot network. 

Whether you’re purchasing a new container or refreshing an existing unit, our team will recommend the best paintwork option to suit your budget and your container’s intended use.  

Pink shipping container with ‘Powered by Drop & Grow’ branding being lifted by a red hydraulic crane mounted on a white flatbed truck. A worker in high-visibility orange safety gear stands nearby on a gravel surface during container delivery.

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Simply enter your details below, and you’ll receive a price quote on the shipping container that’s right for you. With a range of single trip (new) and used shipping containers for sale, we provide quality storage solutions for all budgets and needs.

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FAQs

How much does it cost to paint a shipping container in the UK?

The cost of container painting depends on the size of the container, the type of paint system used, and whether you need a standard respray or a specialist finish such as marine-grade coatings. As a guide, prices usually start from a few hundred pounds for a basic 20ft container respray. Contact us for a tailored, no-obligation quote.

What paint is best for shipping containers?

For long-lasting protection, we recommend industrial-grade coatings designed for steel surfaces. Options include single-pack systems for cost-effective coverage, or two-pack and marine-grade paints for enhanced durability against corrosion, UV rays, and harsh environments.

Can you paint containers in custom colours?

Yes, we can respray your container in almost any RAL or BS colour. This is ideal if you want your container to match your company branding, stand out at an event, or achieve a professional look for retail or customer-facing use.

Do painted shipping containers last longer?

Absolutely. A professionally painted container is better protected against rust, weathering, and sun damage, which significantly extends its lifespan. A respray can also improve resale value if you plan to sell or repurpose your container in the future.

Where do you offer container painting services?

Our purpose-built spray booth is based in the West Midlands, allowing us to provide quick turnaround services for businesses in Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Sutton Coldfield and Walsall. In addition, through our wider depot network, we can often arrange container painting services closer to your location. If you need work carried out near you, it’s always worth giving us a call – our team will be happy to help.

How long does it take to paint a container?

Turnaround times vary depending on the size of the job and the type of paint system required. Standard resprays can often be completed in a few days, while larger projects or specialist finishes may take longer. We’ll always provide accurate lead times with your quote.