Refuse Sacks and Bin Bags: Sizes, Strength and Colours
The DiscountTillRolls.ie TeamFor most commercial bins, a 26x44 inch refuse sack is the standard size. Choose a special grade sack for light office waste, a hi grade sack for kitchens, and a heavy duty sack like the SuperSack for glass, bones and sharp or heavy waste. Clear sacks let you or your waste collector see what's inside, which helps with recycling. Compactor sacks are for waste compactors, and swing bin liners fit smaller kitchen and washroom bins.
A split bin bag on the way to the yard is a special kind of bad day. Buying the right strength stops it.
In this guide
Which strength do I need?
| Grade | Good for | Options |
|---|---|---|
| Special | Offices, paper and light waste | Black 26x42, clear 26x42 |
| Hi grade | Kitchens, shops, general waste | Black 26x44, clear 26x44 |
| Heavy duty | Glass, bones, heavy or sharp waste | SuperSack black, SuperSack clear |
Strong everyday sacks for kitchens and shops.
Black or clear?
- Black: hides the contents. Good for general waste and anything you'd rather not look at.
- Clear: shows the contents. Useful for recycling and dry mixed waste, and some waste collectors prefer or ask for clear bags. Check with yours.
Sizes and special sacks
- 26x42 and 26x44 inch: the standard size for most commercial wheelie bin inserts and large bins.
- 29x39 inch clear recycled sacks: 40 micron sacks made with recycled content, for wider bins.
- 38x42 inch compactor sacks: extra strong sacks made for waste compactors.
- 30 inch swing bin liners: for kitchen, office and washroom swing bins.
Strong clear sacks on rolls of 25.
Tips
- Don't overfill. Tie the sack when it is about three quarters full.
- Double bag sharp or wet waste, or use a heavy duty sack.
- Keep a roll by every bin so staff aren't tempted to skip lining it.
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Frequently asked questions
What size refuse sack fits a commercial bin?
26x44 inch sacks fit most large commercial bins. Swing bins take smaller liners.
What is the difference between special and hi grade sacks?
Hi grade sacks are stronger. Special grade suits light waste such as office paper.
Why use clear refuse sacks?
They show the contents, which helps with recycling. Some waste collectors prefer clear bags.
What is a compactor sack?
An extra strong, larger sack made to line a waste compactor.
Sacks that make it to the yard.
Refuse sacks, compactor sacks and bin liners, dispatched from Dublin 12.
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