Shipping containers are strong by design, but careless cuts can weaken them fast. This CMW Mod College lesson explains where containers get their strength, which modifications put it at risk, and how to reinforce your build safely.
Cutting doors, windows, or vents into a shipping container isn’t like framing wood; it changes the structure. This CMW Mod College lesson explains how to cut safely, reinforce openings, and seal them for strength, durability, and a professional finish...
Shipping containers are made to stack, but modifications change the rules. This CMW Mod College lesson explains safe stacking practices, when to reinforce, and how to use the right hardware and foundations for secure multi-level builds.
Turning two 40-foot high cube containers into a seamless 16-foot-wide space takes more than cutting out sidewalls. This guide walks through floor reinforcement, weldless headers, spray foam, and finishing systems that make double-wide builds strong, insulated...
Should you frame your container with wood or steel studs? This CMW Mod College lesson compares both options, breaking down costs, durability, insulation compatibility, and code considerations, plus how CMW’s framing kits simplify the process.
