What Size Bin Bags Do I Need?

To make the most of the space in your bins, it’s important that you find the correct size bag. 

Choosing too big a bin bag will result in an unsightly overhang and needless added costs. Choosing too small a bag means it may not fit the bin at all or leave insufficient room for tying and carrying. With this in mind, we have come up with a simple guide to finding the right bin liners for your needs.

What size bin bag for my round bins?

To find the correct size bin bag for your round bins, there are two simple steps you need to take. 

Measure the circumference of your bin. The circumference is the length of the edge around a circle in this case the length all the way around the rim. Then divide the circumference by two. The resulting number is the open-width dimension you need for your bin bag.

Measure the height of your bin from top to bottom. Add approximately 10cm to the height to find the length of the bin bag you need. The extra 10cm allows for an overhang which stops the bag from falling into the bin and gives you plenty of room for tying.

For example, if your bin has a 100cm circumference, you must divide this by two giving you 50cm. Therefore, the open width of your bin bag should be 50cm. If your bin is 70cm tall, you will require a bin bag with an 80cm length.

1. Rim circumference = 100cm 

2. Open width of bag required 100 ÷ 2 = 50cm

3. Length of the bag required is 70cm + 10cm = 80cm