Kitchen Trash Cans

Kitchen Trash Cans

Description
Description

Kitchen trash cans are essential household items designed for waste disposal in the kitchen. They come in various types to suit different needs. Standard trash cans are simple, open-top containers, while step cans have a foot pedal to open the lid hands-free, promoting hygiene. Swing-top and touch-top models provide easy access with minimal effort. Some cans are designed with space-saving in mind, fitting neatly under counters or in corners.

Materials range from durable plastics to stainless steel, each offering different aesthetic and practical benefits. They're often equipped with removable liners for easy cleaning. You'll find kitchen trash cans in homes, offices, and commercial kitchens, playing a vital role in waste management and maintaining cleanliness.

History
History

Kitchen trash cans have evolved significantly since their inception. Originally, waste was often discarded outside or in simple bins without concern for hygiene or odor. As indoor plumbing and modern kitchens developed, so did the need for better waste disposal methods. In the early 20th century, metal trash cans became common in households. These were simple, durable, but not always the most hygienic.

The introduction of plastic in the mid-20th century revolutionized trash cans, making them lighter, more affordable, and easier to clean. Features like foot pedals for hands-free opening and sealed lids to contain odors were introduced, enhancing functionality and hygiene. Over time, kitchen trash cans have become a blend of practicality and design, fitting seamlessly into modern kitchen aesthetics.

Future
Future

Kitchen trash cans are adapting to modern lifestyles and environmental concerns. A key trend is the integration of technology, with smart trash cans that can automatically open and close, and even compact trash to save space and reduce bag usage. Eco-friendly designs are gaining traction, with cans made from recycled materials and those designed for easy sorting of recyclables and compost.

In terms of design, minimalist and sleek cans that blend with contemporary kitchen decor are becoming popular. Touchless models, operated by motion sensors for hygiene, are also on the rise. These advancements enhance both the functionality and aesthetic appeal of kitchen trash cans, making waste management more efficient and kitchen spaces more pleasant.

Common Questions
Common Questions
Where should you place a trash can in the kitchen?

Decide where to place a trash can in the kitchen by considering the layout of the kitchen space and designating cooking and cleaning zones for the kitchen by considering the household needs. A trash can also be placed in a clear place allowing users to use it after being done with the cooking area.

How large is a standard kitchen trash can?

The standard kitchen trash size is typically between 12 to 16 gallons, but the most popular standard kitchen trash can size is 13 gallons. Kitchen trash cans vary in size depending on the needs of the space. Kitchen trash cans need to hold enough trash without taking up too much space.

What are garbage bags made of?

Garbage bags are typically made of polyethylene and can range from low-density polyethylene to high-density polyethylene. Trash bags are made from these materials to create strong surfaces that are resistant to wear and tears. Trash bags are made in a range of sizes and colors to accommodate the needs of their users.

Objects

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17.72” | 45 cm
8.66” | 22 cm
13.78” | 35 cm
.44 lb | .2 kg
IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag
45.000
22.000
35.000
0.200
10
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IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag3D model of the IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag viewed in perspective3D model of the IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag viewed in perspective
21.65” | 55 cm
11.42” | 29 cm
15” | 38.1 cm
3.94 lb | 1.79 kg
IKEA Filur Bin
55.000
29.000
38.100
1.790
50
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IKEA Filur BinPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Filur BinPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Filur Bin
25.38” | 64.5 cm
15.75” | 40 cm
15.75” | 40 cm
11.62 lb | 5.27 kg
IKEA Gigantisk Trash Can
64.500
40.000
40.000
5.270
30
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IKEA Gigantisk Trash CanView of the IKEA Gigantisk Trash Can in 3D available for downloadView of the IKEA Gigantisk Trash Can in 3D available for download
21.65” | 55 cm
9.88” | 25.1 cm
15.28” | 38.8 cm
4.44 lb | 2.01 kg
IKEA Hållbar Bin (Large)
55.000
25.100
38.800
2.010
180
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IKEA Hållbar Bin (Large)3D model of the IKEA Hållbar Bin (Large) viewed in perspective3D model of the IKEA Hållbar Bin (Large) viewed in perspective
12.83” | 32.6 cm
10.35” | 26.3 cm
15.28” | 38.8 cm
2.94 lb | 1.33 kg
IKEA Hållbar Bin (Medium)
32.600
26.300
38.800
1.330
180
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IKEA Hållbar Bin (Medium)Perspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Hållbar Bin (Medium)Perspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Hållbar Bin (Medium)
12.83” | 32.6 cm
10.35” | 26.3 cm
8.35” | 21.2 cm
1.81 lb | .82 kg
IKEA Hållbar Bin (Small)
32.600
26.300
21.200
0.820
180
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IKEA Hållbar Bin (Small)View of the IKEA Hållbar Bin (Small) in 3D available for downloadView of the IKEA Hållbar Bin (Small) in 3D available for download
6.73” | 17.1 cm
7.83” | 19.9 cm
16.06” | 15.4 cm
.75 lb | .34 kg
IKEA Hållbar Bin (X-Small)
17.100
19.900
15.400
0.340
180
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IKEA Hållbar Bin (X-Small)3D model of the IKEA Hållbar Bin (X-Small) viewed in perspective3D model of the IKEA Hållbar Bin (X-Small) viewed in perspective
26.75” | 68 cm
12.5” | 31.8 cm (Diameter)
14.25” | 36.2 cm
9.75 lb | 4.42 kg
IKEA Kallgrin Pedal Bin
68.000
31.800
36.200
4.420
0
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IKEA Kallgrin Pedal BinPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Kallgrin Pedal BinPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Kallgrin Pedal Bin
20.47” | 52 cm
17.5” | 44.5 cm
16.14” | 41 cm (Diameter)
6.38 lb | 2.89 kg
IKEA Knodd Bin (Large)
52.000
44.500
41.000
2.890
250
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IKEA Knodd Bin (Large)View of the IKEA Knodd Bin (Large) in 3D available for downloadView of the IKEA Knodd Bin (Large) in 3D available for download
14” | 35.6 cm
14.88” | 37.8 cm
13.5” | 34.3 cm (Diameter)
3.25 lb | 1.47 kg
IKEA Knodd Bin (Small)
35.600
37.800
34.300
1.470
250
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IKEA Knodd Bin (Small)3D model of the IKEA Knodd Bin (Small) viewed in perspective3D model of the IKEA Knodd Bin (Small) viewed in perspective
26.77” | 68 cm
13.19” | 33.5 cm (Diameter)
13.5” | 34.3 cm
9.75 lb | 4.42 kg
IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Large)
68.000
33.500
34.300
4.420
5
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IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Large)Perspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Large)Perspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Large)
17.91” | 45.5 cm
11.22” | 28.5 cm (Diameter)
11.5” | 29.2 cm
5.88 lb | 2.67 kg
IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Small)
45.500
28.500
29.200
2.670
5
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IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Small)View of the IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Small) in 3D available for downloadView of the IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Small) in 3D available for download
17.72” | 45 cm
16.14” | 41 cm
21.65” | 55 cm
6.13 lb | 2.78 kg
IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Large)
45.000
41.000
55.000
2.780
0
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IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Large)3D model of the IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Large) viewed in perspective3D model of the IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Large) viewed in perspective
11” | 28 cm
16.14” | 41 cm
21.65” | 55 cm
4.75 lb | 2.15 kg
IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Medium)
28.000
41.000
55.000
2.150
0
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IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Medium)Perspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Medium)Perspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Medium)
18.13” | 46 cm
10.63” | 27 cm
6.25” | 15.9 cm
.94 lb | .43 kg
IKEA Variera Trash Can
46.000
27.000
15.900
0.430
10
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IKEA Variera Trash CanView of the IKEA Variera Trash Can in 3D available for downloadView of the IKEA Variera Trash Can in 3D available for download
IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Large)
Scale illustrations of the IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Large) compared to other kitchen trash cans

The IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin comes in a matte finish of gray shade. It is composed of a soft-closing lid, a handle for easy moving, and an inner bucket that can easily be taken out when emptying the bin. The body is of stainless steel while the lid holder is polypropylene plastic.

The IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Large) has an overall height of 26.77” (68 cm), diameter of 13.19” (33.5 cm), and total depth of 13.5” (34.3 cm). The IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Large) can hold 8 Gallons (30 L) of waste.

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Large) with height, width, and depth dimensions
The IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin comes in a matte finish of gray shade. It is composed of a soft-closing lid, a handle for easy moving, and an inner bucket that can easily be taken out when emptying the bin. The body is of stainless steel while the lid holder is polypropylene plastic.

The IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Large) has an overall height of 26.77” (68 cm), diameter of 13.19” (33.5 cm), and total depth of 13.5” (34.3 cm). The IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Large) can hold 8 Gallons (30 L) of waste.

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Large) with height, width, and depth dimensions
IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Large)
Height:
26.77” | 68 cm
Width:
13.19” | 33.5 cm (Diameter)
Length:
Depth:
13.5” | 34.3 cm
Weight:
9.75 lb | 4.42 kg
Area:
Materials
Powder-coated steel body; polypropylene connector
Designer
IKEA

Drawings include:
IKEA Mjösa Pedal Bin (Large) front elevation, side, plan

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IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Large)
Collection of drawings of the IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Large) compared to other kitchen trash cans

The biggest selling point in the IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin is that it is stackable and the design of the foldable lid makes one easily access the content inside without unstacking what is on top. It is made of polypropylene with a flat profile that makes it stable wherever placed.

The IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Large) has an overall height of 17.72” (45 cm), width of 16.14” (41 cm), and depth of 21.65” (55 cm). The IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Large) can hold 16 Gallons (60 L) of waste.

Series of measured drawings of the IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Large) labeled with height, width, and depth
The biggest selling point in the IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin is that it is stackable and the design of the foldable lid makes one easily access the content inside without unstacking what is on top. It is made of polypropylene with a flat profile that makes it stable wherever placed.

The IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Large) has an overall height of 17.72” (45 cm), width of 16.14” (41 cm), and depth of 21.65” (55 cm). The IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Large) can hold 16 Gallons (60 L) of waste.

Series of measured drawings of the IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Large) labeled with height, width, and depth
IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Large)
Height:
17.72” | 45 cm
Width:
16.14” | 41 cm
Length:
Depth:
21.65” | 55 cm
Weight:
6.13 lb | 2.78 kg
Area:
Materials
Polypropylene
Designer
IKEA

Drawings include:
IKEA Sortera Recycling Bin (Large) front elevation, side, plan

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IKEA Knodd Bin (Small)
Collection of drawings of the IKEA Knodd Bin (Small) compared to other kitchen trash cans

The IKEA Knodd Bin has a bucket-shaped mouth that is nice and wide and this makes it easy to stack items or remove items from it. It has two handles that make it haulable, a flared shape, and a white finish that makes it look impressive. It also comes with a lid made of stainless steel.

The IKEA Knodd Bin (Small) has a height of 14” (35.6 cm), total width of 14.88” (37.8 cm), and diameter of 13.5” (34.3 cm). The IKEA Knodd Bin (Small) can hold 4 Gallons (15 L) of waste.

Series of measured drawings of the IKEA Knodd Bin (Small) labeled with height, width, and depth in plan and elevation
The IKEA Knodd Bin has a bucket-shaped mouth that is nice and wide and this makes it easy to stack items or remove items from it. It has two handles that make it haulable, a flared shape, and a white finish that makes it look impressive. It also comes with a lid made of stainless steel.

The IKEA Knodd Bin (Small) has a height of 14” (35.6 cm), total width of 14.88” (37.8 cm), and diameter of 13.5” (34.3 cm). The IKEA Knodd Bin (Small) can hold 4 Gallons (15 L) of waste.

Series of measured drawings of the IKEA Knodd Bin (Small) labeled with height, width, and depth in plan and elevation
IKEA Knodd Bin (Small)
Height:
14” | 35.6 cm
Width:
14.88” | 37.8 cm
Length:
Depth:
13.5” | 34.3 cm (Diameter)
Weight:
3.25 lb | 1.47 kg
Area:
Materials
Powder-coated steel body; galvanized steel handles
Designer
IKEA

Drawings include:
IKEA Knodd Bin (Small) front elevation, side, plan

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IKEA Hållbar Bin (Medium)
Scale illustrations of the IKEA Hållbar Bin (Medium) compared to other kitchen trash cans

The IKEA Hållbar Bin was designed by Henrik Preutz with several features that make it a great addition to any home. The handle makes it easy to carry as it can fold. The bin has a ring on the top of the edge to keep waste bags in place. The bin can be left in a freestanding position or mounted to a cabinet. Finally, its shape and size make it easily fit any place in a room or house.

The IKEA Hållbar Bin (Medium) has an overall height of 12.83” (32.6 cm), width of 10.35” (26.3 cm), and depth of 15.28” (38.8 cm). The IKEA Hållbar Bin (Medium) can hold 6 Gallons (23 L) of waste.

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the IKEA Hållbar Bin (Medium) with height, width, and depth dimensions
The IKEA Hållbar Bin was designed by Henrik Preutz with several features that make it a great addition to any home. The handle makes it easy to carry as it can fold. The bin has a ring on the top of the edge to keep waste bags in place. The bin can be left in a freestanding position or mounted.

The IKEA Hållbar Bin (Medium) has an overall height of 12.83” (32.6 cm), width of 10.35” (26.3 cm), and depth of 15.28” (38.8 cm). The IKEA Hållbar Bin (Medium) can hold 6 Gallons (23 L) of waste.

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the IKEA Hållbar Bin (Medium) with height, width, and depth dimensions
IKEA Hållbar Bin (Medium)
Height:
12.83” | 32.6 cm
Width:
10.35” | 26.3 cm
Length:
Depth:
15.28” | 38.8 cm
Weight:
2.94 lb | 1.33 kg
Area:
Materials
Polypropylene plastic
Designer
Henrik Preutz (IKEA)

Drawings include:
IKEA Hållbar Bin (Medium) front elevation, side, plan

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IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag
Collection of drawings of the IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag compared to other kitchen trash cans

The IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag is made of polypropylene, a recyclable material. It comes in three durable bags for paper, plastic, and glass jars. They are rectangular-shaped with handles on the side that make them easy to carry around. They were made by Sarah Fager and can be used indoors and outdoors.

The IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag has an overall height of 17.72” (45 cm), width of 8.66” (22 cm), and depth of 13.78” (35 cm). The IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag can hold 9 Gallons (34 L) of waste.

Series of measured drawings of the IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag labeled with height, width, and depth in plan and elevation
The IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag is made of polypropylene, a recyclable material. It comes in three durable bags for paper, plastic, and glass jars. They are rectangular-shaped with handles on the side that make them easy to carry around. They were made by Sarah Fager and can be used indoors or out.

The IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag has an overall height of 17.72” (45 cm), width of 8.66” (22 cm), and depth of 13.78” (35 cm). The IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag can hold 9 Gallons (34 L) of waste.

Series of measured drawings of the IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag labeled with height, width, and depth in plan and elevation
IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag
Height:
17.72” | 45 cm
Width:
8.66” | 22 cm
Length:
Depth:
13.78” | 35 cm
Weight:
.44 lb | .2 kg
Area:
Materials
Polypropylene
Designer
Sarah Fager (IKEA)

Drawings include:
IKEA Dimpa Recycling Bag front elevation, side, plan

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