A trash can, along with a stove or sink, is an integral part of any kitchen. Its absence will give the owners a lot of inconvenience, as food waste will simply have nowhere to go. And if several years ago in each house there were the same type of plastic buckets, today in the market you can find a huge number of designs in any price category.
Modern products are made in a variety of design solutions and are able to fit into any interior of the room.
Many manufacturers, in addition to conventional buckets, produce models with a motion sensor, touch panel or pedals. This article will describe the buckets that can be attached to the door.
Criterias of choice
The bucket mounted on the cabinet door has several advantages. But the main thing is that it never gets in the way.
Do not rush into the choice of retractable models - before buying, always pay attention to the points listed below.
- The size. If you have a large family and often have to cook a lot, it is recommended to opt for large-sized products, but do not forget to take into account the dimensions of the cabinet into which the bucket will be built. If there are not so many households, then there is no point in overpaying for a large structure.
- Product form. If you have a small kitchen, then it is advisable to opt for trash bins with right angles. They look good in any small nightstand. Round products are usually large in size.
- The material from which the bucket is made. If it is important for you that the design lasts for many years, then metal models will be the best option.They can not boast of additional features, but organically look in any kitchen design. Plastic products are the most common in the modern market. Manufacturers produce plastic products in a wide variety of shapes, colors and sizes. In addition, they are much cheaper than their metal competitors.
- Convenience of operation. If the budget allows, you can buy a product with an innovative system - proximity sensor, motion sensor, electromechanism, built-in press and any other additions.
Based on these parameters, any buyer will be able to purchase goods to taste, based on their budget.
Varieties
The shape, material of manufacture, ease of use and dimensions - far from all the characteristics that the owners must consider when choosing a bin in the kitchen.
A variety of designs is of great importance. Below we will consider the main types of bins installed on the cabinet door.
- Ordinary plastic buckets in the shape of a basketthat can be found in any office. They are perfect for installation on the door under the sink.
- Classic buckets with a retractable system. They are small in size and practical.
- Products with a pedal - the lid opens with a foot.
- Buckets with touchpad. The peculiarity is that the system itself determines when trash is brought to it, and opens the lid.
Each of the listed varieties has both positive and negative sides, which should be considered before buying a new kitchen attribute.
Plastic basket
One of the easiest and cheapest options on the market. Similar products can be found in almost every home. The design is usually intended for the disposal of paper products, packaging and bottles. Of the advantages it can be noted ease of operation, a wide range of products and small dimensions, so that the device is built into even the smallest cabinets.
Fastening is done with four bolts and hinges, thanks to which the bucket can be removed if necessary.
This solution also has drawbacks, the main one being the service life. Such a product cannot last for long; it easily ignites. It is not suitable for the disposal of food waste due to the lattice structure, therefore, the owners are forced to buy another bin. Based on the foregoing, it is important to note that cheapness in this case is not a big plus, since there is a need to spend money on a second ballot box.
Such products will be a good solution if you purchase a bucket for the office or bathroom.
With pedals and cover
Another popular type of garbage bin is litter bins. In today's market you can find both metal and plastic products. The main advantages are a wide range of products of various shapes and colors, small sizes, reasonable price.
The product is mounted on the cabinet door using brackets.
Of the negative aspects, buyers note the complexity of operation: you need to constantly put a new plastic bag inside, otherwise you will have to wash the bin after each use. In addition, the lid must always be opened with your hands, which is unhygienic.
Metal buckets with a lid also have an upgraded version - an urn with a pedal. A feature is that the lid is opened by pressing the pedal. The main advantage of such products is the odor blocking function, and garbage will not fall out, even if the bucket rolls over.
Of the minuses: such designs are inconvenient to place in the closet due to the presence of the pedal, so they are always placed in an accessible place.
With retractable mechanism
Such buckets are gaining more and more popularity every year. The product is mounted by means of a holder and a chassis, which, in turn, is installed along the edges of the cabinet.
If the dimensions allow, then in a similar way, several garbage cans can be fixed at once in order to maximize the use of free space inside. Drawers with a retractable mechanism have a large number of positive aspects:
- the ability to open the lid without touching the bucket, therefore, you do not have to wash your hands after each use;
- ease of use;
- on one door you can install several products at once - this technique allows you to sort the garbage;
- any owner will be able to establish the mechanism with his own hands, even without any experience in this field.
A large number of ballot boxes with a retractable mechanism are available on the modern market, but all of them are conditionally divided into two groups: those that are installed inside the cabinet and those that are mounted on the door are suspended. The latter, in turn, are less popular.
Before buying, it is important to know that built-in models may not be suitable for every kitchen, therefore, to be sure, experts recommend taking simple hanging bins in a cupboard.
There is another variation of the product - the lid is mounted on the wall of the cabinet under the sink, and the container itself is on its door. Therefore, when you open the cabinet, the bucket is already in the open position, and when the door is closed, the lid falls into place.
From the negative sides: such urns are quite expensive.
Innovative models
In the modern world, innovative models of buckets are gaining more and more popularity. Urns with a touch panel are the highest cost.
The system of such devices provides for the presence of special sensors that work if an object is brought too close to the ballot box. This system has much in common with proximity sensors installed in supermarkets.
The bins are made in a modern design and can be easily integrated into a cabinet or under a sink.
Among the negative aspects, users note the high cost and the need to constantly change batteries.
The most popular ballot boxes in Russia are the products of the following manufacturers: Hailo, Aladin Ekotech and Vauth Sagel.
Summarizing the above, we can confidently say that the buckets have become more than just a waste bin, - they allow you to make the owner’s life more comfortable. The modern market for such designs is very large, on it every owner will be able to choose a product based on their budget.
See below for how to install a pull-out bin.
