Curver Metal Effect 70% Recycled Kitchen One Touch Deco Bin, Silver, 40 Litre

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An unsuitable rubbish receptacle can be surprisingly irritating, so a bin that’s both functional and stylish may soon become your new favourite kitchen item. And just one word of warning: once you buy this bin, you’re likely to be tempted by matching items from Swan’s Retro range, which includes everything from mugs and microwaves to fridge freezers. Also available in a multitude of other appealing shades. Available in shades from Metallic Mint to Terracotta Pink, you won’t need to worry if something goes wrong with this durable bin – Brabantia has a reputation for excellent customer service and this product comes with a decade-long guarantee. How we chose our recommendations I’ve just got one. The kids think it’s great – they call it the magic bin. To me it’s a fancy bin; it’s just a bit of a novelty.” (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user icebearforpresident) Our verdict Waste separation: Models that allow you to separate your rubbish into general waste and recycling can greatly simplify the disposal and sorting of household refuse.

Shape and size: Work out where you will position your kitchen bin and ensure there’s sufficient space to use it. More compact homes will need one that’s space-efficient and with a small footprint – slim or semi-circular models are worth considering here. Simplehuman. I cannot recommend it highly enough. It’s my favourite thing in my kitchen. The bins are just brilliantly designed and super-practical.” (Tried and tested by Mumsnetter jeremypaxo) In these times of increased hygiene awareness, touch-free bins are unsurprisingly surging in popularity. Make a style statement with this retro-inspired model from Swan, which adds a touch of vintage to your kitchen and automatically opens when it detects objects 5cm to 15cm away – particularly useful when your hands are full. A kitchen bin that’s right for one home may be unsuitable for the next, so it’s vital to determine which features matter most to you. And remember that just because a model looks good, it doesn’t necessarily mean it’ll be practical for your home.I have the Brabantia Bo. Ridiculous price for a bin – however, it’s a thing of total beauty and has enormous capacity, so actually worth every penny.” PomPomWrong Our verdict I love my Joseph Joseph Totem bin. Works really well for me – the top section is for general rubbish and the bottom section holds almost a week’s worth of recycling. Having a decent bin has made a huge difference to my kitchen.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user opinionatedfreak) Pedal-operated: This type of bin keeps your hands free when you’re cooking and negates the need for constant handwashing, making it ideal when hygiene is the priority. Most have tight-fitting lids to prevent smells, but can be smaller and slimmer than other types of bin, and may not be the best choice for those who are less mobile.

I have the Brabantia Bo Touch Bin on legs. It has two 30-litre compartments, which I use for general waste and recycling. It can, however, also be bought with one large 60-litre compartment and without the legs.” Spanglybangles Price: Ranging in price from around a tenner into the hundreds of pounds, select a bin that suits your budget. Bins are hard to keep clean. Probably the best advice is to get a good bin with an easily-opening lid. Curver are good.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user Yusanaim) Our verdictI have this Brabantia bin and I really do love it. It was a crazy amount to spend on a bin, but I do feel it was worth it. Doesn’t take much at all to keep it clean.” Bubblesbath I’ve spent more time than I want to admit researching kitchen bins. In the end, we went for a Simplehuman bin, which I’m very happy with.” (Vetted by Mumsnet user Neolara) Our verdict Why is it so hard to find a good kitchen bin? I just need a chunky, solid, rectangular metal bin that opens easily, will agree to release the bin bag from its casing when full and can be wiped clean – 70 litres or 80 litres ideally.” (Question posed by Mumsnet user dolphinpose) Our verdict

While most of us try to keep our kitchen bin as concealed as possible, owners of the stylish Brabantia Bo display theirs with pride. More of a furniture centrepiece than a waste receptacle, this beautiful, leggy model is a joy to behold. In fact, oodles of Mumsnetters can’t speak highly enough of this tall bin, which is the perfect height for most people.

Where should the bin be positioned in the kitchen?

Simplehuman is a name that crops up time after time on the Mumsnet forums for all the right reasons. While the brand’s bins generally sit at the higher end of the price scale, this popular slimline model is one exception and a firm favourite of those with smaller kitchens or limited floor space. I have a Brabantia – it’s just a white, fairly inoffensive pedal bin. It wasn’t cheap, but it’s lasted well and cleans easily.” (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user emmathedilemma) I’ve had a bin like this for 11 years – it’s still doing fine. Many other colours are available.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user GiantKitten) I have a Joseph Joseph Totem bin, which has two compartments – one for rubbish and one for recycling. There’s also a removable food waste/ compost bin. I love it!” (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user dressingdrown)