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Kitchen Bins Buying Guide

Whether you want to up your recycling game or ensure rubbish is tucked out of sight, this kitchen bins buying guide will help you choose the right waste storage for your home. It covers everything from easy-clean designs to space-saving sizes. We have also included planning considerations, such as installation and layout placement, so you can pick a style that will minimise mess and maximise style in any interior.

What types are available?

Integrated

Also known as built-in bins, integrated models are installed behind a front to create an uninterrupted design – great for minimal interiors. They offer an easy way to ensure waste is hidden from view and keeps a room looking clean and clutter-free. As it is fitted within a cupboard, it saves on floor space and is suited to compact layouts.

Pull-out

Fixed onto runners inside a base unit, pull-out waste storage slides out of a cupboard, making it easy to reach compartments at the back. With less need to bend or stretch, it is a practical choice that improves accessibility at all stages of life. As extra room is needed for the bin to be pulled out, this type is good for those with large layouts.

Small

Small bins fill up quickly, making them suited for those that like to clear out rubbish daily. Their streamlined design fits into areas with limited floor space, like boot rooms and utilities, so the whole home can be kept clean.

Medium

Medium-sized bins are a good option for small families and fit into most layouts. They offer ample room, reducing the number of times they need emptying – great for busy homes looking to cut down on daily chores.

Large

Larger models are a great choice for bigger households or those with spacious schemes. They have at least two compartments to help sort waste, and are a bulkier size than other designs, catering for family homes.

Room To Recycle

Our bins have multiple compartments for separating waste materials, such as glass, plastic, cardboard, and general waste. Some models include lids to prevent rubbish from falling into the back of the cupboard, making it easy to keep the inside clean. With capacities ranging from 15L to 88L, they are available in 3000mm to 1000mm, with integrated bins to help with recycling and food waste management.

What compartment options are there?

Single

Single bins are best used for general rubbish, as this requires minimal sorting. With a compact size, they are a practical choice for tight layouts. They only hold a few items at a time, making them lighter to lift.

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Hockley Super Matt Garnet Red Integrated Bin

Double

Double container bins have two areas, separating waste from recycling. Requiring the space of a whole unit, they are an ergonomic choice for large layouts. Able to hold more items, they can get quite heavy, so are best placed near waste areas.

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Triple

With three separate buckets, triple container bins are a versatile option that collects waste, recycling, and food scraps. Great for saving room and money on multiple models, they are a handy option for those with tight spaces.

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Planning considerations

Hockley Super Matt Black And Textures Concrete Waste Bin

Locations

Installing a bin in the right place ensures any space is easy to clean. Fitting next to cooking areas is a good idea, as scraps can be disposed of during meal prep. If positioned near exit points, there is less need to carry heavy bags long distances.

Space

Your designer will work with you to find the best space in your kitchen for a bin, and ensure it is located near to food preparation or cleaning areas. The right bin will also maximise the space and hold more rubbish, so you can go longer between collections.

Materials

Bins need to stand up to mess and wear and tear, so it's important to choose materials that are easy to clean and provide long-lasting use. Plastic containers are durable and have a non-porous surface that makes it hard for germs to grow.

Cleaning

Washing or wiping down bins with hot water and soap keeps grime at bay. Our cabinetry has anti-bacterial properties, and our integrated bins can go in the dishwasher, making it easy to maintain a hygienic area.