Smooth Walls & Smarter Offices With TargetBox’s Shipping Container Offices

TargetBox doesn’t just sell shipping containers, we reinvent them! What once hauled Walmart stock across the Pacific Ocean can now be the HQ for your growing business or even your dream workspace. 

Covering the interior of TargetBox’s offices isn’t plain wood or dusty dusty, damage-prone drywall; we use Canadian-made pre-finished wall and ceiling panels by Trusscore.

Let’s dig into what makes Trusscore the secret weapon for TargetBox’s modification team, and learn how they’re changing the way Canadians work, one container office at a time.

 

What is a Trusscore Panel, Anyway?

Trusscore PVC wall and ceiling panels are lightweight, easy to install, durable and cleanable. In many applications, they have replaced drywall and fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) in spaces where toughness and cleanliness matter.

Whether you’re finishing a garage, outfitting a storage room, installing a new restaurant kitchen, or (in the case of this article) crafting the perfect mobile office in a TargetBox shipping container, Trusscore delivers a premium finish that not only looks amazing but will last for decades.

Trusscore Panel Options

Trusscore has expanded far beyond the basic smooth panel. Depending on what you need in your container office, TargetBox can also install these Trusscore panels:

SlatWall – Add function to form by mounting shelves, tools and gear directly to the wall.

NorLock – A free-standing divider system ideal for creating temporary or permanent room partitions in your container office.

DockDeck – If your container office includes a deck or entryway, this high-performance flooring solution is weatherproof and slip-resistant.

RibCore – For industrial-strength needs and extreme Canadian environments.

Trusscore manufactures in Palmerston, Ontario, and Calgary, Alberta.

 

What’s the Big Deal With Trusscore Panels?

We could go on forever, but here’s why builders (and container modifiers like TargetBox) can’t get enough of these panels.

1. Hygienic & Easy to Clean

Trusscore panels have a smooth, non-porous surface. That means no grime, no mold and no weird smells after a year of coffee spills. A simple wipe-down keeps them looking brand new.

2. Tough as Nails

These panels are resistant to bumps, dents and general wear-and-tear. Whether it’s a storage room for equipment or a busy office of caffeine-fuelled interns, Trusscore handles it.

3. Installs 4x Faster Than Drywall

No taping, mudding, sanding or painting. That means your Targetbox container office can be finished in far less time.

4. Works Great with Insulation

Behind those beautiful panels? High-efficiency spray foam insulation. Trusscore also recommends an intumescent coating.

5. A Bright and Cheerful Space

The glossy white finish bounces light around, making for a brighter workspace and potentially fewer lights to install.

6. Eco-Friendly & Recyclable

Made from PVC and designed to last a lifetime, Trusscore panels don’t end up in landfills like damaged drywall. And when they do retire (after decades), they can be fully recycled.

7. Low Maintenance

Once installed, you can basically forget about them. They don’t warp, crack, or chip, and there’s no need for ongoing painting or repairs.

How a TargetBox Shipping Container Becomes a Dream Office With Trusscore Panels

Check out the video here or read over the stops below to get an idea of what it takes to make a shipping container office with Trusscore panels.

 

 

Step One: Metal Fabrication

We cut window and door openings and reinforce the structure with custom steel framing. This turns a shipping container into a building-ready shell.

Step Two: Interior Wood Framing

Wood studs are added to support electrical wiring, insulation and interior finishes.

Step Three: Spray-Foam Insulation

The inside is sealed with spray foam insulation, keeping the office warm in Canadian winters and cool in the summer heat. Trusscore also recommends using intumescent coatings, which provide an effective alternative to traditional gypsum board thermal barriers and offer several advantages for container office applications:

  • Code-compliant: Meet 15-minute thermal barrier requirements
  • Easy application: Spray-applied directly over spray foam
  • Space-efficient: No additional framing or drywall needed
  • Versatile: Compatible with Trusscore panels when applied correctly

Step Four: Trusscore Wall Panel Installation

Here’s where the magic happens. We install Trusscore Wall&CeilingBoard (and any other of their products you wish to use) to create bright, durable walls that look sleek and modern. It looks like drywall, but better in every way.

Step Five: Trusscore Ceiling Panels

We complete the ceiling using matching Trusscore panels, giving the entire space a polished, unified appearance. No mudding or tapping needed!

The result? A beautiful new container office that looks and feels like a traditional office, without any of the headaches.

The Future of Container Offices is With Trusscore

We believe the future of offices is flexible. And modular. And made from durable steel boxes that can be modified to your liking in only a few weeks. But it’s the details that matter: the insulation, the windows, the access. And for the walls that work, Trusscore is where it’s at.

If you’re dreaming about building your own ‘smarter’ shipping container office, there’s never been a better time. Contact our team today and ask about how we can transform your shipping container with Trusscore panels.