How do you choose a trash can?
Choose a trash can
When choosing a trash can, you should keep a number of things in mind. Ask yourself the following questions before you choose a trash can:
- How do you want to separate trash?
- How do you want to open the lid of your trash can?
- How large is your household?
- Which trash bags do you need for your trash can?
How do you want to separate trash?
Trash can with 1 inner bucket
Are you looking for an extra large trash can? Or do you want to throw trash out in the bathroom too? Choose a trash can with 1 inner bucket. If you want to separate organic waste in the kitchen, a special organic waste container on the counter is a good option.
Trash can with 2 inner buckets
To separate trash, you can choose a trash can with more than one inner bucket. This is sometimes called a recycler or trash separator. By separating trash, you can contribute to a better environment. A trash can with 2 inner buckets makes it possible to separate general and plastic trash.
Trash can with 3 inner buckets
Do you want to throw away plastic and/or paper in the same trash can as your general waste and organic waste? Choose a trash can with 3 inner buckets. That way, you can separate these 3 types of trash. It also allows you to save room in your kitchen, because you won't have to buy 3 different trash cans.
How do you want to open the lid of your trash can?
Sensor
A trash can with a sensor works with a motion sensor. You move your hand over the sensor and the lid opens automatically. Thanks to this, you don't have to touch the trash can and your lid stays free from fingerprints.
Soft touch
You can open a trash can with a soft-touch lid via a soft tap on the lid. The lid stays open, in case you want to throw out larger amounts of trash. In most cases, you can take off the lid. This makes it easy to clean.
Pedal
You can open a trash can with a pedal using your foot. This is extra hygienic, because you won't use your hands and you won't leave any fingerprints. You'll also keep your hands free to throw out trash.
How big is your household?
2 to 3 people
For a household of 2 to 3 people, you should choose a trash can with 21 to 30L capacity. Keep in mind that these trash cans only have 1 inner bucket. You'll have to buy an extra trash can to separate trash.
3 to 5 people
A trash can with a capacity of 31 to 50L is ideal for a household of 3 to 5 people. These trash cans often have 2 inner buckets. That way, you can easily separate your general trash from your plastic.
5 people or more
Do you live with 5 people or more? Choose a trash can with a capacity of 51L or more. That way, you'll have enough room for the trash of your family or roommates in the trash can and you won't have to replace the trash bags often.
Which trash bags do you need for your trash can?
When you've chosen a trash can, you'll just need trash bags. Keep in mind that some trash cans need a specific type of trash bag. For example, the trash cans by Simplehuman and Brabantia have a code that indicates the right trash bag. Universal trash bags fit in any trash can.
