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Dylan Cherko • Oct 12, 2022

Correct Garbage Can Sizes for Common Locations

Did you know that having the wrong size garbage can for your location can lead to decreased productivity, more messes, and unpleasant odors? It's true! Having the right size garbage can for the job at hand is essential to maintaining a clean and efficient space. So, what are the right sizes? Here's a quick rundown.

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In the Office:

Offices produce a lot of paper waste, so it's important to have a garbage can that can accommodate that. We recommend a 30-35 gallon garbage can for office spaces. This will give employees enough room to dispose of paper waste without having to make too many trips to the garbage cans. And, it will help cut down on overflowing garbage cans and associated messes.

At an Event:

No one wants their event to be remembered for being dirty and smelly. That's why it's important to have plenty of garbage cans on hand—and to make sure they're the right size. For events, we recommend using 44 to 55 gallon garbage cans. This will give guests enough room to dispose of their trash without creating an eyesore. Plus, it will help keep your event smelling fresh and clean.

Under the Desk:

Even though it might not seem like it, desk areas can produce a lot of trash. From food wrappers to coffee cups, there's always something that needs to be thrown away. That's why we recommend using a small, 10-15 gallon garbage can for under-desk areas. This will give employees enough room to dispose of their trash without taking up too much space. 

There you have it! The correct sizes for common locations. By using the right size garbage can for your needs, you can help maintain a clean and efficient space. And who doesn't want that? 


In addition to using the right size garbage can, it's also important to have a reliable waste management solution for junk removal. Waste Cost Solutions offers a range of dumpster sizes, including 2 yard dumpsters and 4 yard dumpsters, as well as junk removal services to help keep your space clean and clutter-free.

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