Shipping Container Brackets?

[jtcweb]

I recently got a 20’ shipping container and want to make it look less like a shipping container. Does anyone have any ideas on brackets that could be cut on a CFP to attach some wood studs and then some lattice or siding? I’m not opposed to welding something onto the top and bottom of the container, that way I wouldn’t penetrate the walls.

[ChelanJim]

This thread has a couple of ideas. What I like about the suggestions on this thread is that you don’t have to be so meticulous to aim for the mounting holes.

Hanger Suggestions

I’m trying to think of small, low profile ways to be able to hang signs to the wall without the nails/screws being visible. Other than making little L or U brackets with holes in them, do you all make any kind of hanger pieces that you can attach (epoxy or tig) to the back of signs that you make? If so, would you share what you normally do/use? How about a pic of the back of the final product? Thanks!

[ChelanJim]

You probably have already thought of using construction glue to attach pieces of wood to act like studs on the sides.

Keep in mind, these metal containers need lots of air circulation to limit the moisture that seems to be accumulate inside. Obviously, based on the humidity in your area, this may or may not be a problem. I have come across a number of people with these containers in western Washington state and they all complain of the moisture.