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5 Best Shipping Container Home Doors

5 Best Shipping Container Home Doors

Are you planning on building your dream shipping container home? Take a look at these shipping container home doors to start narrowing down your perfect design scheme.

Over the years, shipping containers have evolved from being used as transport storage to being converted into a trendy home alternative. Shipping container homeowners may aim to maximize the efficiency of every square inch of their property, reduce their carbon footprint, or simply enjoy having a home that is truly one-of-a-kind. An eco-friendly and sustainable way to live, the shipping container home is also relatively affordable.

Shipping container homes provide a great deal of versatility and can be customized in countless ways. But to get you started, here are the best shipping container home doors to get the creative juices flowing.

 
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Shipping Container Home Doors You will Love

1. Double-Door Entryway

Double-door entryways are a popular option for homeowners because the dramatic openness provides a sense of grandeur. It may also be applied to a shipping container home for the same reason, fulfilling multiple functions at the same time.

Not only will your home get an instant boost in curb appeal, but a double-door entryway will‌ also provide a large access point that will welcome a larger number of guests, as well as provide an easy way for you to move furniture in and out of the house.

You will also be able to let in natural light more easily, with better ventilation. Opening the doors on a sunny day will provide a wonderful sense of connection with the outside world, especially if you have a porch. By seamlessly integrating your outdoor living space with the inside of your house, you can create an additional indoor-outdoor area that is inviting and relaxing.

2. Sliding Door Entryway

For a sleek and modern look for your home, consider a sliding door entryway. Check out this stunning “A Simple Life” container home, created and named by Container Built, which features a sliding door designed to emphasize the simplicity of everyday life while keeping things minimal.

The simplicity of a sliding door allows other elements of the home to stand out. In this case, wooden elements are used to add a sense of depth and natural materials to the shipping container home. Sliding doors are also more convenient than hinged doors, as they allow for easier movement inside and outside the house while saving the space that a hinged door would occupy.

If you’re looking for an elegant and functional way to improve your home’s appearance, consider a sliding door entryway.

3. Personal Door Entryway

The most straightforward of all doors, the personal door entryway provides easier access on a day-to-day basis than a cargo door would. This no-frills approach to an entryway will provide secure and safe access to your home.

This Modern Multi-Level Lincoln, Nebraska, Container Home by Josh Nix offers an excellent example of this kind of door. The door provides a black contrast to the primarily white exterior while maintaining a sleek and stylish look.

As this type of door is similar to the exterior doors found in most traditional houses, it is highly customizable, allowing you to use different materials such as wood and steel, add windows to let in natural light, or add security locks for increased protection.

4. Roll-Up Door Entryway

Although more common in commercial structures, a roll-up door entryway can provide safety, security, and long-term reliability for your home. You can even use it as a container for storing equipment that would otherwise not fit in your main living space.

A roll-up door can also be a great entryway for your workshop. Aside from offering security to your valuables, these doors are generally more durable and provide great insulation. Because of their energy-saving properties, insulated doors are popular for both home and commercial garages.

Moreover, roll-up doors can be customized to fit any size you desire, so they can be installed on either the front or side of the container. Aesthetically, you can further enhance the industrial appeal of your shipping container by adding a roll-up door.

5. Open-side Entryway

There is nothing more dramatic than an open-side entryway. It provides stunning open-plan living space for the majority of the house, letting the outside and inside of the house flow casually together. This is an excellent option for homes with breathtaking views of greeneries and landscapes that complement the interior decor.

For this type of entryway, you can use a variety of door designs, such as folding shutters and panels or minimalist sliding door mechanisms, which won’t distract too much from the openness of the outdoor and indoor spaces.

Using the right combination of style and functionality, you can achieve an entryway that provides a striking design while offering privacy and protection against the outdoor elements when needed.

Best Shipping Container Home Doors: Final Thoughts

We hope that this collection of unique door options will inspire you to build your dream shipping container home, allowing you to customize your home in a variety of styles.

Whether it is security, functionality, or dramatic flair, there are endless possibilities. Our open floor plans will help you get started building your shipping container home, and you can customize them however you like.

Is your mind still pondering? Our guide on the 6 Big Reasons To Build A Container Home might help you out.

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