Roll-up doors for shipping containers give you convenient way by opening with one lift for you to access tools, supplies, and equipment without opening heavy cargo doors. At PAYLON, we design our galvanized steel doors to fit your exact opening, and we deliver them as a complete kit with the door curtain, side guides, spring barrel, and hardware.
- Perfect for tool storage, workshops, self-storage units, and construction site containers.
- Specifically designed to fit your opening, from small side doors to full end openings
- Comes with hand chain, push-up, or motor operation, depending on your door type.
- We ship most orders within 14 to 25 days
- Comes with a 2-year warranty on materials and a 40-year paint finish warranty for tan, gray, and white finishes.
Why Container Owners Add a Roll-Up Door
Where the Door Can Go
In the Long Side Wall
This installation method is the most popular. Here, a side door provides another entrance, usually close to the middle of the container, while still giving you access to the original cargo doors, which you can use to load larger items.
Replacing the Cargo Doors
You can use a roll-up door to replace the original swinging cargo doors if you open the door on a daily basis.
Several Doors for Storage Units
Add another door along the container’s side, assigning one door for each storage space. Each unit should have its own entrance and lock. This will make the setup useful for self-storage businesses and shared storage yards.
Steel Roll-Up Doors for Containers
All the container door we sell comes from our steel roll-up doors line. Choose the type you want depending on how frequently you open the door and what you keep inside.
| Standard | Heavy-Duty | Insulated | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best For | Tool and storage containers opened every day | Wide end openings, rough sites, wind-rated jobs | Heated or cooled workshops and site offices |
| Steel | 24 or 22 gauge galvanized | 24 to 18 gauge steel, stainless or aluminum | Foam-filled slats, R-7.2 |
| Operation | Hand chain | Hand chain, push-up or motor | Hand chain, push-up or motor |
| Max Size | 16 ft W x 16 ft H | 40 ft W x 20 ft H | 31 ft W x 20 ft H |
| Lead Time | About 14 to 25 days | About 14 to 25 days | About 14 to 25 days |
| Warranty | 2 years, 40-year paint | 2 years, 40-year paint | 2 years, 40-year paint |
What Your Door Kit Includes
Included With Your Door
- Galvanized steel curtain made to your opening.
- Steel guides that fit both sides of the opening
- A spring barrel and the mounting brackets
- A bottom bar and all necessary installation hardware
- Hand chain, push-up mechanism, or motor depending on the motor type
- An optional hood to cover the coil
Done by You or Your Fabricator
- Cutting the required opening into the container wall
- Welding a steel header and side frames around the opening
- Sealing and painting the cut edges to prevent rust
- Install the door onto the prepared frame
- Connecting the power supply to motorized doors
Will It Fit? Container Sizes and Clearances
Width is easy: you can place one wide door or several narrow ones by the side of a container.
Height is the limit: you need about 20 to 23 inches of headroom above the opening for the coil of our standard steel door. You also need about 7 to 10 inches beside it for the guides. This way, the clear opening is always well short of the container’s height. You will get about 12 more inches to work with by using high cube.
| Container | Outside Height | Inside Height |
|---|---|---|
| 20 ft standard | 8 ft 6 in | about 7 ft 10 in |
| 40 ft standard | 8 ft 6 in | about 7 ft 10 in |
| 40 ft high cube | 9 ft 6 in | about 8 ft 10 in |
For an opening that is already cut, measure the width between the side frames at the top, middle, and bottom, then use the largest measurement. Next, measure the height from the floor to the underside of the top frame. For an opening that is not cut, tell us the type of your container and your preferred door size so our expert team can confirm and recommend the tallest opening that will fit.
Price, Lead Time and Warranty
Price
Lead Time
Warranty
The cost of roll-up door kits for containers is sold between $600 and $1,900 online. Installed conversions that include cutting the frame start from $2,450. Meanwhile, the price of our commercial steel door at PAYLON depends on size, door type, finish, and operation.
In your quote, you will see what is included so that you can compare options accurately. There is a two-year warranty on materials and craftsmanship. Meanwhile, we have a 40-year finish warranty on gray, tan, and white paint against flaking, peeling, and cracking.
Common Questions
What size roll-up door for a shipping container?
The size depends on your container and the size that goes through the container. Most online container door kits sold online are usually between 6 and 8 feet wide. However, PAYLON can make a custom door that fits your exact door, whether you need it wider for equipment or narrower for individual storage. A 9 ft 6 in high cube allows for a taller opening compared to a standard 8 ft 6 in container.
How do I add a roll-up door to a shipping container?
To add a roll-up door to a shipping container, first cut the opening, frame it, then hang the door. A qualified welder or container fabricator can cut the wall, weld the top header and side frame into place, then seal the edges for protection against rust. When the frame is ready, attach the door guides and barrel brackets, then install the curtain.
How much does it cost to put a door in a shipping container?
The typical price for a basic roll-up door kit is around $600 to $1,900. The installed version that includes cutting the framing is about $2,450 or more. PAYLON doors are heavier commercial steel doors priced according to the opening and specifications. To get the actual price, request a quote with your measurements.
Where can I find a roll-up door kit for my shipping container?
You can find a roll-up door kit right here, at PAYLON. We guarantee the shipment of a complete steel roll-up door kit, customized to meet your opening, with the curtain, guides, spring barrel, and hardware. We ship our orders in 14 to 25 days. Fill out the quote form with your container specifications and where you intend to place the door.
What are the benefits of a shipping container with a roll-up door?
The benefits of a shipping container with a roll-up door are faster daily access, saving space, and giving you more options to enter the container. You can lift the door open in seconds without the need for swinging doors, and you can install them on the side for easy access to stored items without unloading everything from the end. You can also use several doors to demarcate the container into separate units.
Can you put a roll-up door on the side of a shipping container?
Yes, you can put a roll-up door on the side of a shipping container. The long side door is the most popular spot. However, you must first use steel header and side frames to reinforce the opening to support the door. With this setup, you can still keep the original cargo door positioned at the end for larger items.
What to Send for a Quote
- Container length (10, 20, or 40 ft) and whether it is standard height or high cube
- Where the door goes: side wall, end, or several doors in a row
- The clear opening width and height you want, or "not sure"
- How many doors you need
- Hand chain, push-up, or motor operation
- Your delivery ZIP code
- Photos of the container and the spot for the door
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