Bathroom and cosmetic bins are indispensable furnishings in every bathroom and guest WC. They ensure order and cleanliness in the room and contribute to the inviting overall appearance.
Most of the time, you are not or only insufficiently involved in the room planning right from the start considered. At the latest when opening a package, the question arises, where to put it.
In this guide, we introduce you to various types of bathroom and cosmetic bins and provide helpful tips for choosing the perfect model.
Table of Contents
- Why a high-quality cosmetic bin is indispensable
- The most important criteria when choosing your perfect Bin (material, color, size, cleaning)
- Find the ideal Bin for your bathroom
- The different types of bath and cosmetic bins
- Which is the best Bin for me?
Why a high-quality bathroom & cosmetic bin is important
Since the Bin is used daily, it is worth paying attention to quality and functionality. High-quality materials and thoughtful features provide:
- Durability and resistance
- Easy handling and cleaning
- Aesthetics and harmony with the bathroom interior
What you should pay attention to when choosing
Material & Quality
Since the Bin is used very regularly or even daily, it makes sense to place great value on high-quality materials, good quality, and suitable functionality when selecting the model. The right choice here determines a long service life and lasting enjoyment of the product.
When choosing the material for your bathroom or cosmetic bin, you have various options, each with its own advantages:
- Stainless steel & brass: Robust, easy to care for, and durable. Fits many bathroom styles.
- Corian: High-quality White matt mineral material that seamlessly integrates into modern bathrooms.
- Rattan: Natural, lightweight material that creates a cozy atmosphere.
- Plastic: Affordable, lightweight, and available in many colors. Ideal for smaller budgets.
Size & capacity
The size of the Bin should match the expected waste volume and the available space:
- Small cosmetic Bins (approx. 3 liters): for little waste, such as paper rolls or toothpaste tubes
- Medium-sized Bins (up to 6 liters): for most households, with sufficient reserves
- Large Bins (up to 10 liters): for more space and infrequent emptying
Also consider the positioning in the room - the Bin should harmoniously blend into the overall picture without appearing too dominant.
Also make sure that filling the Bin is easy to handle due to its size. Ideally, it should be placed so that you don't have to pull it out first to put something in. This facilitates daily use and contributes to cleanliness in the bathroom.
For very small items, such as cotton pads, there are also mini table cosmetic waste containers with a capacity of about 0.5 liters. These can serve as a practical addition to the existing Bin and help organize your bathroom area even better.
Easy emptying and cleaning
Attention should also be paid to easy emptying of the bath and cosmetic Bin.
The question arises whether I need plastic Trash Bags for emptying the Bin, whether it has a removable inner container, or if I need a Bin without additional equipment for my bathroom that I simply empty occasionally as needed.
A light cleaning should be a basic requirement of such a Bin. This feature is already taken into account in most cases by the well-known manufacturers.
Surfaces & Colors
Besides the material, the surface or color of the bin also influences the look of your bathroom. In our range, you will find a wide variety of finishes:
- Metallic Surfaces: Bronze, Chrome, Stainless steel (brushed, matt or polished), Gold (brushed, glossy or matt), Copper (brushed or glossy)
- Solid Color Versions: Gray, Black (matt, brushed or glossy), White (matt or glossy), White leather
- Natural Look: Rattan (dark or light)
- Corian: High-quality mineral material in modern minimalist design
Choose the surface or color to match your bathroom style and personal preferences. Also consider that dark colors tend to make spaces look smaller, while light colors visually enlarge the room.
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The different types of bath and cosmetic bins
Pedal bins
A common and very popular variant of bath and cosmetic bins are the so-called pedal bins. These offer several advantages:
- Hygienic Operation: Thanks to the integrated pedal, the bins can be easily and hygienically opened with a foot tap.
- Concealed Content: The lid prevents the view of the bin's contents, ensuring an always elegant appearance.
- Soft-Close Function: High-quality pedal bins often feature a "Soft Close" function that allows the lid to close slowly and almost silently on its own. This is especially advantageous during nighttime hours, as massive pedal bin lids can otherwise slam shut very loudly.
When placing the pedal bin in the bathroom, make sure that the lid can open wide enough without hitting other bathroom fixtures. This ensures unhindered use.
A small disadvantage of pedal bins is that as a host you always have to operate the pedal first to check the fill level of the bin.
Open bins
Open bins score especially in terms of quick and easy use. No vulnerable mechanical built-in components, easy overview of the fill level, and usually they also ensure quick and easy cleaning of the entire bin. The fill level is always visible.
Swing lid bins
Cosmetic bins with swing lids impress with their timeless and straightforward design. They offer the following advantages:
- Easy filling: Filling is done by pushing the swing lid aside. Afterwards, the bin closes by the lid swinging back on its own.
- Easy emptying: Usually, the lid can be removed for emptying, so the contents can be easily poured out.
One aspect to consider with swing lid bins is the size of the opening. Due to the centrally mounted swing lid, this is smaller than with open bins or pedal bins. This can limit the size of the packaging and other waste to be disposed of. In this case, it is advisable to choose one size larger to have enough space for bathroom waste.
The advantages of a bath and cosmetic bin
The integration of a bath and cosmetic bin in your own bathroom or guest WC is nowadays both necessary and practical due to the high amount of packaging in which hygienic and cosmetic bath items are packed. A bin offers the following advantages:
- Adaptable to your needs: Due to the wide selection regarding capacity, design, and various types of operation, the bath and cosmetic bin can be optimally adapted to your own needs as well as the size of the bathroom.
- Durability and aesthetics: High-quality materials in the field of bath hygiene are characterized by the fact that the bath and cosmetic bin has a long service life, fits optimally into the interior, and brings much joy.
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Our shop offers a wide selection of high-quality bath and cosmetic bins from renowned manufacturers for every need and room size. Benefit from our many years of experience and our focus on quality and design.
We hope that our little guide has made your selection a bit easier.
If you still need support with your decision, do not hesitate to contact us – whether by email or phone. Our expert team will gladly advise you personally to find the ideal bath or cosmetic bin for you and your room concept.
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